Marine

How to Restore Dull or Faded Paintwork on a Boat

Oxidised dull or faded boat paint - before/after

For light restoration of paintwork by hand or machine G3 Pro All-In-One Polish can be used.
For restoration of heavier weathering or large areas by machine only Profile 400 Advanced Plus is recommended

Option 1: Light Restoration

Option 2: Heavy Restoration

Products Used in This Solution

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Option 1: Light Restoration

Step 1: G3 Pro All-in-One Polish

Wash and dry the surface before use. Shake bottle.

Step 2: Apply polish by hand

Apply a small amount of G3 Pro All-In-One Polish directly to the surface or to a clean, damp microfibre cloth, working in a light, criss-crossing motion. Note: G3 Pro All-In-One Polish can also be applied by machine. In this case, polish with a G3 Pro 7503/7504 foam pad (dual action 3500 OPM or rotation speed 800 - 1100 rpm).

Step 3: Remove residue

Remove the residue and polish with a soft, clean and dry microfibre cloth.

Option 2: Heavy Restoration

Step 1: Profile 400 Advanced Plus

Make sure the surface is clean, dry and cool. Shake bottle well before use.

Applying compound to G Mop Yellow Compounding Foam

Step 2: Apply polish to polishing pad

Apply a small amount of product to a G Mop polishing foam pad.

Polishing boat hull with G Mop Lambs Wool Pad

Step 3: Polishing

Spread the product on the surface and polish with a rotary polisher at 800-1100 rpm. Work in small areas at a time and keep the applicator flat on the surface.

Step 4: Wipe and check

Clean the surface and repeat the process if necessary.

Products Used in This Solution

G3 Pro All-in-One Polish

G3 Pro All-in-One Polish removes swirls, holograms, minor defects and leaves a high gloss shine

G PLUS FINISHING CLOTH - 1 Unfolded Yellow Cloths on a White Background

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.

Profile 400 Advanced Plus Liquid Compound

Profile 400 ADVANCED PLUS Fast Medium Liquid Compound eliminates P1500 sanding marks and defects from paint, lacquer, acrylic, plexiglass and gelcoat surfaces, leaving a high gloss.