Matte paint
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I’ve always been told you should not use traditional polish or sealants on matte paint. The story I was told was that it would change the appearance of it. I’ve a matte finished triumph and just steered clear of polish.
I have some matte sealant and matte detailing spray for sale if you're interested.
There is a common misunderstanding regarding what is "polish"
In automotive terms polish is an abrasive compound used to remove defects from the paint surface like scratches and swirls that you use with a polishing pad together with a DA or Rotary polisher to return the surface to a high gloss finish. These should never be used on matt paint as it then turns the matt appearance of your paint into a gloss/satin one that you can't then return to a matte finish unless you have it resprayed.
What many would call "polish" is in fact either a wax (organic based) or a sealant ( a synthetic alternative)
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Thanks I'm going to look into it more.
Cheers Steve I'll speak to them although they do have specific stuff on there website.
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You're welcome.
If you don't know this already a gloss surface is created by poilishing the top paint layer (the lacquer in modern acrylic paints) to a mirror finish. This allows the light to be reflected back off the paint in a uniform way to create the gloss (mirror) appearance. Matte paint has a rough surface (at a microscopic level) this then reflects the light back to the viewer at different angles so you don't get the reflections (think of a lake on a windless day and the reflections you get vs when the wind is blowing where you get none) Autoglym Resin Polish contains fillers to enhance and help restore a gloss finish so should not be used on matte paint.
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On my matt GS I used Vulcanet wipes
They are quite impressive, also good on pretty much every part of the bike
They are quite impressive, also good on pretty much every part of the bike
Here you go Doc
I researched this a while ago when I looked at a scoot with matt blue paint. There are plenty of related videos, many based on either Harley paint or caring for matt wraps on cars.
Lots of products on Amazon from all the major automotive detailing brands.
I researched this a while ago when I looked at a scoot with matt blue paint. There are plenty of related videos, many based on either Harley paint or caring for matt wraps on cars.
Lots of products on Amazon from all the major automotive detailing brands.
I use the Harley stuff (below), but any matte paint polish will do...
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Harley-Davidson® Denim Paint Cleaner - 22oz
Specially formulated for denim paint, this handy quick detailer cleans and protects the silky matte finish. Cleaner won't streak or leave residue. Just spray and gently wipe away oils, fingerprints and dust. Compatible with all surfaces on Harley-Davidson motorcycles, this formula cleans without...
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I used to use Harley Sunshine Wash on RKS .
Now use Autoglym Pure shampoo on Wing .
Never polished either as why would you want to polish a matte finish ?
Now use Autoglym Pure shampoo on Wing .
Never polished either as why would you want to polish a matte finish ?
Not really thought about that Steve.
AG do a matte paint polish ( so i have heard ) , can't find it tho'
Decided to give the chemical guys stuff a go.
Thanks for the info lads.
chemicalguys.co.uk
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Thanks for the info lads.
JetSeal Matte Sealant and Paint Protectant | Chemical Guys
JetSeal Matte Sealant & Paint Protectant is formulated to help preserve the original crisp satin sheen on matte surfaces without adding unwanted shine or gloss.
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Meticulous Matte Detailer & Spray Sealant | Chemical Guys
Meticulous Matte Quick Detailer & Spray Sealant cleans and protects the crisp, dry sheen of matte and satin paint and wraps without adding unwanted gloss or shine.
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Glass cleaner (not the abrasive polish just standard liquid spray ) gives a perfect finish
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