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.
Mark G –
Polytrol is the elixir of life…for my mahogany upvc windows!
We looked at replacing the windows as the sills had been bleached white by the sun.
My wife then found this on the internet and because of the reviews we thought we would give it a try.
Thank goodness we did…without exaggeration a miracle happened right in front of our eyes.
Polytrol was extremely easy to apply with a sponge and it immediately returned our windows back to their original colour and lustre.
You may think my comments are over the top but this really is one of the best products I have ever bought without a doubt.
Owatrol Team –
Hi there,
We’re so pleased you’ve had a great experience using Polytrol. If you have any we’d love to see some before and after shots of your project. You can email them to us at sales@owatroluk.com
Thanks,
The Owatrol Team
Katie Porter –
Verified Owner
I read other people’s reviews on this item and thought it sounded just what I needed I thought I’d give it a go. Initially I thought I’ve spent too much on this product but in fairness it is worth it. I applied it too my 16 year old discovery to give it a new lease of life and it’s done just that.. that was one application 4 weeks ago and the black plastic trim looks just out of a show room.. really pleased.
James Allan –
Verified Owner
I had a pretty tough job for this stuff – a weathered grey roof box that’s been stored outside for some time. It had become patchy and mottled on top and i thought I’d try and restore the original colour. I cleaned first using owatrol as suggested, then after it dried I used the Polytrol to polish. It made a big improvement but some the more serious patches remained so not perfect. This is a good product but probably better suited to more uniform wear and tear rather than patchy damage.
Bob Rouse –
Verified Owner
The mahogany coloured upvc window sills, at the front of my bungalow, had become white due to facing the direct sun light day in day out. I thought that I would have to replace the units, they were so bad. I happened to see Owatrol advertised on line and after reading the numerous reviews, all of which were very complimentary, I thought it worth a try.
Thank goodness I did. One application has restored the colour and surface like new! I’m so impressed that I’ve since given all the upvc fixtures a protective coat.
Thank you Owatrol!
Geoffrey Rolfe –
Verified Owner
The product, Owatrol Polytrol was recommended for restoring some colour to some red plastic bathroom ware, in particular a bathroom cabinet and brush holder. Because of their position in the bathroom they come under direct sunlight for almost half the day. While re-vamping the room it was decided to keep these rather than replace, but they had become faded over the years. Regrettably the product made little difference, fortunately I only purchased the 100ml tin, so there was little lose financially. I followed the instructions to the letter, even to the point of trying to build up layers over a few days.
Owatrol Team –
Hi Geoffrey,
We are sorry that you have had a negative experience using Polytrol. If your substrate is particularly badly damaged and the piogmentation has faded to such a point that it is not recoverable then it is possible that Polytrol will not be able to recover it. We always recommend purchasing a sample to treat first which it seems that you have done, we are sorry that it hasn’t worked for you on this occasion.
Many thanks,
The Owatrol Team
Elaine Darwen –
Verified Owner
We purchased polytrol to see if it would bring the paint finish back to what it was originally on our 57ft narrowboat.
After previously spending hours on end of waxing previously, the boat never looked really shiny and was always left a bit chalky no matter what wax we used.
I googled to try and find an alternative and came across polytrol. I e mailed their technical support team to check itvwas suitable for stainless steel and received a quick response. On ordering polytrol, delivery was very quick.
We waited for a dry day to get the job done..it was so easy to apply..no more hard rubbing and buffing we pre iously had with wax..and the boat looks amazing..I would definately recommend polytrol to other fellow boaters.
Sally Crowley –
This product has revitalised my frontdoor to uts originalcolour. If it hadnt worked I wasgoing to buy anew door so its saved me over £1000. Cant wait to find other uses for the rest ofthe tin.
Jen –
Verified Owner
Great stuff. Works well on old faded car trim. Use on any colour. Expensive but you only need a little. Don’t use to thicker coat as it goes sticky.
Darren Groves –
Verified Owner
I have been in the motor trade all my life, some 34 years and have never come across a product like it. Its fantastic. It is not a surface dressing or scillicone like most others. I applied this to grey plastic skirts and trims on a 14 year old motor home on which NOTHING else would work, as you apply it with a paintbrush, within a minute you can see the colour darken back to the original grey, now
looks new.
Then used it on badly faded dark brown plastic bumber and trim on a Volvo XC 70. So bad that my only other option was to paint them to match the body, hundreds of pounds. An hour with this and all the trims are looking fantastic. It has been on the car a fortnight, has been washed twice and still looks like its just been applied. In a nutshell, it works, buy it, you wont be disappointed.
David Beale –
Verified Owner
Used it on a South facing and fading red composite front door and side panel. I had a shinier than new finish in minutes with just a quick brushed flash coat. As the product dried I had to touch up a few areas where I hadn’t quite got enough on, but that was easy and didn’t cause any issues. The result was as other reviewers say, the door was as good as new. Unfortunately it now shows the letterplate and handle up so I’m going to have to polish them. As I was on a roll and with time to spare I tried some on some satin black plastic trim around my 308 spotlight. It had suffered from a scrape which I had T cut but this had left a light patch on the plastic. I applied a tiny amount on a soft cloth and a little rubbing in and the trim was as good as the other side. I cannot comment on how long the effects will last but it appears to be a sound surface.