How to Protect a Painted Boat Finish
Buff off wax from boat hull with cloth

Sunlight reflecting off the water means double exposure of your boat's paintwork to harmful ultraviolet rays, so it's important to use a wax that contains UV inhibitors.
For large areas the recommendation is Profile Polymer UV Wax applied by machine.
If you are working by hand use Profile UV Wax

Option 1: Applying Boat Wax with a Polishing Machine
Option 2: Applying Boat Wax by Hand
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Option 1: Applying Boat Wax with a Polishing Machine

Holding out Profile Polymer UV Wax

Step 1: Profile Polymer UV Wax

Make sure the surface is clean, dry and cool to the touch. Shake well before use.
Applying wax to boat hull with G Mop Black Finishing Foam

Step 2: Apply wax to the boat

Spread the wax on the surface and polish it with a rotating eccentric polisher at 800-1100 rpm. Work in small areas and keep the applicator flat on the surface.
Buff off wax from boat hull with cloth

Step 3: Remove wax

Clean the surface with a G Plus microfibre polishing cloth. Repeat the application for a stronger shine.

Option 2: Applying Boat Wax by Hand

Holding out Profile UV Wax

Step 1: Profile UV Wax

Make sure the surface is clean, dry and cool to the touch. Shake well before use.
Applying wax to boat hull with cloth

Step 2: Apply wax to the boat

Apply a small amount of product directly to the surface or a clean G Plus microfibre polishing cloth. Rub the product onto the surface in circular motions, working in small areas.
Buff off wax from boat hull with cloth

Step 3: Remove wax

Let the wax dry to a veil. Clean the surface. Repeat the application for a stronger shine

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PROFILE POLYMER UV WAX - Photo of 1 L size SKU on a white background
Profile Polymer UV Wax Machine Application

Profile Polymer UV Wax for Machine Application is an easily applied wax containing UV inhibitors that provides up to 3 months protection and gloss on paint, lacquer and gelcoat surfaces.

PROFILE UV WAX - Photo of 1 L size SKU on a white background
Profile UV Wax Hand Application

Profile UV Wax for Hand Application is a thick liquid wax that incorporates special UV absorbers to give up to 3 months protection to gel coats and paints exposed to external weathering.

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G Plus Microfibre Finishing Cloth

G Plus Finishing Cloths are ideal for quick cleaning and drying jobs. Its microfibre technology grips dust and small dirt particles, and the cloth’s edgeless finish prevents damaging and scratches. 

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