How to Restore Lightly Weathered Gelcoat
Profile 350 PREMIUM LIQUID is ideal for the restoration of lightly weathered gelcoat, or if you prefer a paste to a liquid product, you can also use Profile (300) Rapid Cut and the same method. In either case gloss level can be heightened if desired by adding a second step, polishing with Profile 700 FINISH
How to Use
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Step 1: Profile 350 PREMIUM
Machine polish with Profile 350 PREMIUM -
Step 2: Select polishing pad
Choose the applicator that suits the cutting speed and the desired surface quality: - Twisted Wool Compounding pad - fast cut, lower gloss, machine speed 1500-1800 rpm. - Lambs Wool pad - medium cut, medium gloss, machine speed 1500-1800 rpm - Waffle Compounding foam - slower cut, higher gloss, machine speed 800-1100 rpm -
Step 3: Work in small areas
Work in small areas at a time, keeping the pad flat on the surface. Clean the surface, repeat if necessary. -
Step 4: Polishing with Profile 700 FINISH
For increased gloss after using Profile 350 PREMIUM, polish with Profile 700 FINISH on a G Mop 8" or 6" Finishing Foam, or alternatively in 6" size only with a G3 Pro Foam Polishing Pad. Machine speed 800-1100 rpm (or for eccentric polisher 3000opm).
PROFILE Products Used in This Solution
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Profile 350 PREMIUM Liquid, an exceptional boat polish, efficiently eliminates sanding marks, rejuvenates gel coat surfaces, and achieves a superior high gloss finish. Especially effective on dark colours, this versatile product serves as a comprehensive one-step solution or can be integrated into a two-step compounding process to attain an even higher gloss and minimise swirl marks.
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Profile 700 FINISH Light Cut Polish and Swirl Remover eliminates minor defects and swirls from paint, lacquer and gelcoat surfaces, leaving a mirror shine finish
G MOP Products Used in This Solution
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The G Mop Twisted Wool Compounding Pad is a 4 ply, 100% wool applicator. It has the highest cut of any polishing applicator.
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The G Mop Lambs Wool Pad is constructed using natural sheepskin and a velour backing. It gives a high cut and great finish, depending on the product used.
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NewThe G Mop Waffle Compounding Foam is a new soft-backed, waffle-faced compounding foam.
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NewThe G Mop Waffle Finishing Foam is a new soft-backed, waffle-faced compounding foam.
