Technical term
Car polish
Car polish is a product used to increase gloss and correct defects. Depending on the type, it contains abrasives, fillers or gloss enhancers. Learn more.
Machines & polishing technique
What does Car polish mean?
Car polish is a product used to increase gloss and correct defects. Depending on the type, it contains abrasives, fillers or gloss enhancers.
Frequently asked questions
Questions about Car polish
What is car polish?
Car polish is used for mechanical paint correction and gloss enhancement. Depending on the product, it contains abrasives, fillers or gloss-enhancing ingredients.
Which types of car polish are available?
Common types include cutting compounds, finishing polishes and one-step polishes. They differ mainly in cut, finish and intended work stage.
What does polishing achieve?
A suitable polish can reduce micro-scratches, swirls, oxidation and other suitable clear-coat defects. The achievable result depends on the defect and available paint thickness.
Does polish remove paint?
Abrasive polishes remove a controlled amount of the treated paint layer. Product, pad, machine, technique, working time and paint determine how much.
When should a vehicle be polished?
When dull, scratched or hazy paint can be improved appropriately after assessment. Paint structure, defect depth and objective are checked first.