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. 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 the 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.
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.
Wendy –
Verified Owner
My black front composite door had faded in the sun. Only when my next door neighbour got a new one that I realised how bad mine had got. Went online and found owatrol – after reading reviews I thought I’d give it a try / nothing to loose.
Thank god for your product !!! It’s fabulous – easy to use – in fact my front door now looks no different to my neighbours brand new one. Definitely highly recommend it.
Thank you so much – saved my a fortune
David Lowe –
Verified Owner
All I can say is “WOW”.
All my gutters and downpipes were faded and shabby looking and the cost of replacement would be high.
I have now treated them all and they look really great.
I keep boring my friends singing your praises.
I’m looking at your other products so you should be hearing from us again soon
Many thanks,
David Lowe
E Wilkinson –
Brilliant would highly recommend this product for restoring really faded green caravan decking! Just got an old paintbrush and brush it on..I find the best results were leaving it on, it dries in brilliantly, the difference between the decking with and without oil on is highly impressive! The colour really does come back! Can’t praise this product enough! Only bought the small pot and will now buy more to finish the job!
Andrew Burton –
Verified Owner
This product is brilliant. This is my second order for it. I use it to restore the faded plastics and rubbers on my motorcycle restorations. Have also just started using it on some of the metal components. Brings them up to like new finish.
Wonderful
Richard –
Verified Owner
Used this on the plastic bumpers of my other half’s horsebox. Worked a treat – in fact it’s the first time since new they’ve looked so good.
Having just read the previous comment that it also works on gel coats I might try that one the main lorry bodywork too!
Owatrol Team –
Hi Richard,
Thank you for your review of Polytrol. We are glad you had a great experience with it.
Yes indeed Polytrol can even be used on gel coats – it really is an amazing product that can revive and restore almost any surface back to its former glory.
If you have any before and after shots of you using Polytrol, we would love to see and share them on our social media pages – if you are happy to do this, please send your pictures to: sales@owatroluk.com
Thanks again.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team
Tracy McGill –
Verified Owner
I agree completely with all the other reviews. I was so fed up looking at our what used to be shiny, black composite door, now dull and faded. I left the product on for a bit longer than was recommended for best results. Definitely be recommending this product to friends and family.
Owatrol Team –
Hi Tracy,
Thank you so much for your review on Polytrol – we are glad you had such a good experience using it.
If you have any before and after pictures, we would love to see them and share them on our social media pages.
Should you like to do this, please send the photos through to sales@owatroluk.com
Thanks again.
All the best,
The Owatrol Team