Polytrol is a deep penetrating oil which restores the original colour and appearance of dull or tarnished plastics, gelcoats, metals, and other surfaces.
It penetrates the surface, re-wetting the pigments to restore their lustre and colour which has been lost through exposure to sunlight, rain, and pollution and it also gives corrosion protection. Â When used on tarnished metals, it brings back the shine and gives long-term protection against corrosion.
Simple to apply using a cloth or soft brush, it’s ready to wipe off in just 10 minutes! It can be used on both horizontal and vertical surfaces and can even be used on fibreglass (GRP). Polytrol dries to a tough and long-lasting flexible finish which does not leave a film – so it won’t peel or flake.
Polytrol is now available in a handy 250ml spray can, great for quick application and difficult to reach areas. Please see the directions for use to find out how to apply it.
Ideal Uses for Polytrol Colour Restorer
- Brightening faded car bumpers
- Reviving the gelcoat on your boat
- Restoring the shine to metal fixtures
- Rejuvenating flat or chalky paint dulled by weathering
- Brightening the surface of tiles in stone, terracotta, marble, slate, etc.
- Reviving the colour of faded garage doors
Restrictions
DO NOT use Polytrol on white surfaces, it will not work as Polytrol is designed to restore pigments.
Surface Preparation
All surfaces must be clean, dry and free of dirt, grease, grime and mildew. All waxes, polishes, silicone etc. should be completely and thoroughly removed. Treat any mildew with a 50:50 bleach and water solution. Scrub the solution on to the surface and allow it to stand for 10-15 minutes then rinse thoroughly.
Using Polytrol on plastic, gelcoat, tiles, painted surfaces etc.
Clean the surface with warm soapy water or Net-Trol, rinse thoroughly and allow it to dry for a minimum of 24 hours depending on surface.
Using Polytrol on stone, brick, etc.
Clean the surface with Net-Trol, rinse thoroughly and allow it to dry for a minimum of 24 hours depending on the surface.
Using Polytrol on metal
Clean the surface with warm soapy water and rinse thoroughly or use an appropriate solvent (follow manufacturer’s instructions). Leave the surface to dry for a minimum of 24 hours.
Application of Polytrol Colour Restorer
General directions
Always work in areas that can be completed 10-20 minutes to ensure an even appearance. If the surface absorbs the Polytrol unevenly (i.e. some matt and some shiny patches) move any surplus oil from shiny areas to matt areas. Wipe off any excess Polytrol with a lint free cloth before it becomes tacky. For a shinier finish, buff the surface with a lint-free polishing cloth.
When using the Polytrol 250ml spray can, simply spray on liberally, wipe off any excess and leave to dry.
Applying Polytrol to plastic, gelcoat, tiles, painted surfaces etc.
Apply Polytrol liberally and evenly with a brush or cloth. Allow it to work for 10-20 minutes. Wipe off any excess with a clean lint-free cloth. Leave it to dry.
Applying Polytrol to stone, brick, etc.
Apply Polytrol liberally and evenly with a brush or cloth and leave it to work for 10-20 minutes. Brush out or wipe off any excess Polytrol with a clean lint-free cloth. Leave it to dry.
Applying Polytrol to metal
Apply Polytrol using a fine wire wool (000 grade) soaked in Polytrol and allow it to work  for 10-20 minutes. Wipe off any excess Polytrol with a clean lint-free cloth. Leave to dry.
Note: Polytrol is not a surface coating. Its place is in the surface, not on top.
Maintenance
Maintenance is due when a Polytrol treated surfaces shows signs of fading. Prepare and re-treat surfaces as directed above.
Clean Up
Clean any tools used with white spirit. Polytrol is non-flammable, however any rags, steel wool etc. soaked in Polytrol may spontaneously catch fire if improperly discarded. Rags, steel wool etc must be saturated with water after use or placed in a sealed, water filled metal container, before disposing of them with household waste. Rags may be laid flat and air dried before discarding.
Things to Remember
- Cover and protect everything you do not wish to treat.
- Apply between +5°C and +35°C.
- Do not apply in direct sunlight or on to hot surfaces.
- Do not allow excess Polytrol to dry and create a film on the surface (always remove excess product).
- Do not use Polytrol on white surfaces.
Richard Smith –
I was recommended to try this on my Morgan….it has red grp wings which had really faded. Having used Polytrol, it has totally changed my car: which is now a nice even red, and shiny!
I have had some great comments from folks. Thanks Polytrol!
Sheila Bowditch –
Verified Owner
Brilliant. This has restored my 11 year old and much faded Composite Red Door back to its former self. So easy to apply and so little required to complete the job. I will be buying this in future for any faded paintwork. I was a little apprehensive when applying this to the door but no need it went on easily and I followed the instructions and buffed it down with a lint free cloth and hey presto! I have what looks like a new door.
Alex –
Brilliant stuff. Absolutely given a new lease of life to my front door. Was looking a little sorry for itself but now like new again. Cannot recommend highly enough
Keith Sinclair –
Wow – not sure what more we can say. Very faded brown guttering, downpipes and rosewood UPVC windows, rang as I was not sure of the product and spoke to Ken. Great advice and sample pot arrived 24 hours later. Still a little nervious, tried it on one downpipe and all we can say is WOW! This stuff really works and so what if it’s magic – the results speak for themselves.
Jackie Sanderson –
Verified Owner
Hi i purchased this for my dark plastic window sill and my composite doors my window sill had lost colour and shine and my composite doors which are only a few years old and all faded on the arcritrave this product is amazing it brought both back i think the window sill might need another coat but the doors are fine
Andrew Bridgefootj –
Verified Owner
I love using this to make my car trims and bumpers look like brand new.
Eddie Heatley –
Verified Owner
I had a very faded 10 year + composite front door and was about to buy another door for which I was quoted over £1000. I searched the Internet for any product that would enable me to paint the door over temporarily to make it look a little better for a while and came across Owatrol Polytrol.
I was very sceptical of all of the reviews as I did not think that there was any product that would do the job and could be as good as the reviews stated. How wrong I was. I purchased a 1/2 litre tin of Polytrol thinking that it was worth a try (anything was better if it worked rather than spending over £1000). I washed the door down as per the instructions, let it dry overnight and painted on the Polytrol wiping off any excess as I went. The results were fantastic and all of my neighbours have asked where we bought our new door from. I would certainly recommend this product to anybody . Well done Owatrol. A fantastic product that does what it says on the tin.
Dave Hull –
Verified Owner
Brilliant product. Tried many others over the years to try and keep my outdoor table looking good and this is the one that does the job – fantastic. No hesitation in recommending the product, very easy to apply. Will be buying more.
Janis Gaunt –
Verified Owner
Excellent product, Used on south facing woodgrain upvc porch…. came up like new !!!
alan robertson –
Verified Owner
Great stuff. We bought the 500ml tin and after using it on our garage door, house front door and the down pipes of our conservatory we still have quite a bit left over.
The results are nothing short of breath-taking. Really turns the old into new again.
Not sure how long the effects will last, but for the price I am very satisfied.
Thank you to clever people who made this.