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Apply a light pressure and move the applicator in all directions to ensure an even action by the abrasives on the paint surface. Apply the rubbing compound using firm pressure as you rub in a circular motion over the dull sanded area with a microfiber towel.
Using a fine compound to polish the scratched surface.
How to use rubbing compound by hand. If applying the rubbing compound by hand then put a small amount onto your cloth or applicator and begin to rub the affected area with a gentle circular motion. If the area to be treated is large you are advised to start at the top and work down. We shall now explain in specific terms the two methods of applying rubbing compound.
An application using the orbital buffer and application by hand. Applying Rubbing Compound Using Orbital Buffer Unlike the hand method that allows the user to move in a clockwise direction the orbital buffer methods allow the person applying rubbing compound to move in one direction. 2 microfiber type cloth.
One for the rubbing compound one clean to remove the traces of compound. Mix the 1dl of White Spirit and the 4dl of water in the spray bottle. Shake it to properly blend the solution.
Spray some of the white spiritwater solution on the gelcoat surface you want to treat. I tried using some of the Meguiars Ultimate Compound by hand on a junk test pannel that I try new products on before actually touching a vehicle. To get my pannel all light scratched and swirled up I ran a swish broom over it.
I thoroughly washed the pannel before using the product so there was no chance of any dirt left behind. Wash and dry vehicle using 3M Car Wash Soap PN 39000. Apply to small areas about one to two square feet.
Dispense a quarter-size drop of material onto a clean soft cotton terry cloth towel and apply to the paint surface. Work the area using a firm circular motion until the rubbing compound is dry. Instead place a little compound on the applicator slightly dampen the applicator with water and dont work on an area that is bigger than say 2 feet by 2 feet at any one time.
Apply a light pressure and move the applicator in all directions to ensure an even action by the abrasives on the paint surface. Rubbing compound can be applied by hand using a microfiber towel and a ton of elbow grease. Just like wax you are going to wax on wax off.
Applying a pretty good amount of pressure in a circular motion apply some compound to your towel and buff it in using a clockwise rotational movement. However if you do not have one you can use your hand while you use a towel and the rubbing compound. Pour the rubbing compound on the towel while you rub it on your car.
You just have to apply enough pressure while doing that to get the best result. Using your hand. Apply enough rubbing compound over your microfiber towel to cover the dull area with a thin amount of compound.
Apply the rubbing compound using firm pressure as you rub in a circular motion over the dull sanded area with a microfiber towel. Apply more rubbing compound until the area is no longer dull. Unless you have an orbital polisher then using hand is another choice to apply rubbing compound by giving hard pressure and moving over with a microfiber towel.
An important thing to note is that you should make the wool pad separated to spread rubbing compound. In other words do not use the same one for waxing or polishing the surface of your car. Rubbing compound can be applied by hand with a cloth or circular applicator pad or with a polishing machine using a wool pad.
How to use it. If you want to use a cutting compound to remove scratches and swirl marks in the paint heres what to do. Bear in mind that this works best on light shallow scratches that are only in the top clearcoat.
Rubbing compound is a must and youre using that. Ive not used every type of rubbing compound out there. I cannot guarantee they all work the same yet I was able to develop a feel for its use and that final bit of physical resistance seemed to be where the compound did the most work.
Make sure to apply the product on a cool clean surfac e and out of direct sunlight. Apply the compound onto a damp applicator pad or a cotton towel over a small area at a time. Rub the product into the surface using back and forth motio n.
Using a fine compound to polish the scratched surface. You should use a fine compound that is not too abrasive as a layman as previously mentioned. A cloth or a polishing instrument can be used to polish manually.
Manually first rub a fine compound over the scratched region with your finger. Simply rub in a circular motion while applying pressure. Check your care for small scratches water spots oxidation that you can clean off by hand.
Get your cars surface ready for the abrasive compound. Clean it with a Premium Wash Mitt and dry it quickly and conveniently with The Absorber. Before using your rubbing or polishing compound all over test it on a small unnoticeable.
Drawing on decades of professional experience with body shops paint manufacturers and car makers Meguiars has released its new Clear Coat Safe Rubbing and.