Restoring dull paint: what polish can do and when it does harm
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Today: Dull chrome is tarnished, not dirty. Shop metal polish
From the blog: Never polish factory matte paint. Read the guide
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For chrome: P21S "Metall-/ Alu-Polish" takes the oxide off. View product
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Bestseller: Green Star "Gs" cleans from wheels to engine bay. View product
Tip: With glass sealant rain runs off faster. See the range
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Koch-Chemie
Marine Protective Sealant "Sm0.01" Spray Sealant for Boats (Marine Line)
High-quality spray sealant for boats with easy application
Koch-Chemie
Allround Leather Cleaner "Alc" Vinyl, Synthetic Leather and Genuine Leather Cleaner (Marine Line)
Effective cleaner for vinyl, faux leather and real leather on boats
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat One Cut "Gp6.01" High-Gloss Polish with Sealant for Gelcoats and Boat Paint (Marine Line)
Efficient one-step polish for gelcoats and boat paints with high gloss
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat Heavy Cut "Gh8.01" Heavy-Cut Compound for Gelcoat and Boat Paint (Marine Line)
Effectively removes deep scratches & hazing from heavy weathering
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat Fine Cut "Gf6.01" Fine Cutting Polish for Gelcoat and Boat Paint (Marine Line)
Cutting polish for effective removal of medium scratches & oxidation
Koch-Chemie
Extremely abrasive polish for effective removal of deep scratches
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat Micro Cut & Finish "Gp3.01" Finishing Polish for Gelcoat and Boat Paint (Marine Line)
Finishing polish for effective removal of fine scratches and holograms
Koch-Chemie
Multi Cleaner "Mc" All-Purpose Cleaner (Marine Line)
Phosphate- and solvent-free all-purpose cleaner for boats
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat Micro Cut "Gm3.01" Micro-Abrasive Polish for Gelcoat and Boat Paint (Marine Line)
Removal of fine scratches & holograms on slightly weathered gelcoat
Koch-Chemie
Boat Wash "Bw" Boat Shampoo (Neutral) (Marine Line)
Gentle & thorough boat care
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat Finish "Gp1.01" gloss polish for gelcoat and boat paint (marine range)
Streak-free high-gloss finish with intense color enhancement
Koch-Chemie
Allround Window Cleaner "Awc" Cleaner for Glass, Paint and Polycarbonate (Marine Line)
Streak-free cleaning for boat windows
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "VinylTexClean" Vinyl/Textile Cleaner
Mild cleaner for vinyl and textile surfaces
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "PerfectOne" OneStepPolish
Powerful polish for lasting restoration of gelcoats
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER “RoughCut” Step 1 polish
Extra powerful polish for restoring weathered gelcoats
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER “WaxPolish” wax polish
Hard wax polish for sealing gelcoats
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "SeaYou" Glass Cleaner
Streak-free cleaner for glass and polycarbonate surfaces
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "HelloWhite" AntiGilb
Stain remover with instant effect
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "FineCut" Step 2 Polish
Gelcoat polish for removing holograms and fine scratches
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "AllWays" All-Purpose Cleaner
Vinyl upholstery care with UV protection for a pleasant feel
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "CleanMarine" Boat Shampoo
Gentle universal shampoo without microplastics and additives
Boat shampoo removes salt residue and adhering dirt from suitable boat surfaces. The selection distinguishes between regular washing and targeted descaling; existing sealants and the material determine the appropriate cleaner. Gelcoat, painted parts, and metal are treated according to their respective approvals.
Koch-Chemie
Boat Wash "Bw" Boat Shampoo (Neutral) (Marine Line)
Gentle & thorough boat care
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "CleanMarine" Boat Shampoo
Gentle universal shampoo without microplastics and additives
Boat cleaners remove various types of buildup from the entire hull, deck, and interior. Mineral deposits, grease films, and dirt on vinyl or textiles each require suitable formulas. Material compatibility takes precedence over cleaning power; a hull cleaner is not automatically suitable for cushions or windows.
Koch-Chemie
Allround Leather Cleaner "Alc" Vinyl, Synthetic Leather and Genuine Leather Cleaner (Marine Line)
Effective cleaner for vinyl, faux leather and real leather on boats
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "VinylTexClean" Vinyl/Textile Cleaner
Mild cleaner for vinyl and textile surfaces
Koch-Chemie
Allround Window Cleaner "Awc" Cleaner for Glass, Paint and Polycarbonate (Marine Line)
Streak-free cleaning for boat windows
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "SeaYou" Glass Cleaner
Streak-free cleaner for glass and polycarbonate surfaces
Koch-Chemie
Multi Cleaner "Mc" All-Purpose Cleaner (Marine Line)
Phosphate- and solvent-free all-purpose cleaner for boats
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "HelloWhite" AntiGilb
Stain remover with instant effect
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "AllWays" All-Purpose Cleaner
Vinyl upholstery care with UV protection for a pleasant feel
Boat polishes treat superficially weathered gelcoat and exposed painted boat surfaces. Abrasive, fine, and finish polishes differ in their cutting power; one-step products combine correction and gloss in a single application. The condition of the surface, not just the desired level of gloss, determines the choice of polish and pad.
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat One Cut "Gp6.01" High-Gloss Polish with Sealant for Gelcoats and Boat Paint (Marine Line)
Efficient one-step polish for gelcoats and boat paints with high gloss
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat Heavy Cut "Gh8.01" Heavy-Cut Compound for Gelcoat and Boat Paint (Marine Line)
Effectively removes deep scratches & hazing from heavy weathering
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat Fine Cut "Gf6.01" Fine Cutting Polish for Gelcoat and Boat Paint (Marine Line)
Cutting polish for effective removal of medium scratches & oxidation
Koch-Chemie
Extremely abrasive polish for effective removal of deep scratches
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat Micro Cut "Gm3.01" Micro-Abrasive Polish for Gelcoat and Boat Paint (Marine Line)
Removal of fine scratches & holograms on slightly weathered gelcoat
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "PerfectOne" OneStepPolish
Powerful polish for lasting restoration of gelcoats
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER “RoughCut” Step 1 polish
Extra powerful polish for restoring weathered gelcoats
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "FineCut" Step 2 Polish
Gelcoat polish for removing holograms and fine scratches
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER “WaxPolish” wax polish
Hard wax polish for sealing gelcoats
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat Finish "Gp1.01" gloss polish for gelcoat and boat paint (marine range)
Streak-free high-gloss finish with intense color enhancement
Koch-Chemie
Gelcoat Micro Cut & Finish "Gp3.01" Finishing Polish for Gelcoat and Boat Paint (Marine Line)
Finishing polish for effective removal of fine scratches and holograms
Boat sealants protect cleaned surfaces on a boat that are compatible with the product. Coatings for gelcoat, textiles, or leather differ in their adhesion and preparation. The selection depends on the material and exposure to water and weather; protection for the hull is not automatically suitable for upholstery.
Koch-Chemie
Allround Leather Sealant "Als" Vinyl, Faux-Leather & Genuine-Leather Sealant (Marine-Linie)
Reliable Protection for Vinyl and Leather Surfaces for Boats
Koch-Chemie
Marine Protective Sealant "Sm0.01" Spray Sealant for Boats (Marine Line)
High-quality spray sealant for boats with easy application
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "CoverGuard" textile sealant
Special textile sealing with subsequent easy-to-clean effect
Boat care complements the cleaning of vinyl, rubber, and other approved materials on board. Care products are selected based on the surface and desired finish; slip resistance and grip remain crucial for contact surfaces. Salt and dirt residue must be removed before treatment to ensure a uniform result.
Koch-Chemie
Allround Leather Sealant "Als" Vinyl, Faux-Leather & Genuine-Leather Sealant (Marine-Linie)
Reliable Protection for Vinyl and Leather Surfaces for Boats
Koch-Chemie × THE FINISHER
THE FINISHER "VinylGuard" Vinyl Care
Vinyl upholstery care with UV protection for a pleasant feel
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Boat: Boat care products clean, polish and protect the boat surfaces they suit. Salt residue, weathering and mixed materials set what the care has to do.
Gelcoat, vinyl, leather and fabrics each get their own products; what you choose follows the surface and the job in front of you.
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