How to Polish Paint for beginners!
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- Опубликовано: 27 янв 2024
- No fancy polisher? No problem. No pad washer? Also not a problem. No experience polishing paint? Definitely not a problem.
This is a back to basics video on how to polish paint. First things first, you need to properly wash and decontaminate the paint. We did that already and you can see the video here: • Bare bones CERAMIC COA...
After that, all you ned is a palm sander. We found these for about $20, and they work great with our 5.5 inch yellow waffle pads. We also use Gold Standard Polish, and just a little bit of Rinseless Wash (we showcase the why in this video).
What do you think of this method?
-PRODUCTS USED-
RINSELESS WASH: bit.ly/RinselessWash
GOLD STANDARD POLISH: bit.ly/GoldStandardPolish
GOLD STANDARD WAFFLE PAD: bit.ly/GoldStandardWafflePad
POLISH REMOVAL TOWEL: bit.ly/NicksFavoriteGlassTowel
2nd Polish REMOVAL TOWEL: bit.ly/PlushBuffingTowel
(Optional)
GOLD STANDARD WOOL PAD: bit.ly/GoldStandardWoolPad
ROTARY JEWELING PAD: bit.ly/RotaryJewelingPad
PAD WASHER: bit.ly/PadWasher
Web site:diydetail.com/
Podcast:bit.ly/DIYDetailPodcast
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I'm a latecomer to the GS polish. As a pro I had a lot of old inventory to use up. Finally did the first whole vehicle yesterday and the product is an absolute winner. Zero dust, easy wipe-off, good balance of cut and finish, plays well with trim and gives true results without fillers. My new staple polish. 😎👍
Great to hear, thank you David!
These keep it simple type videos for the weekend warrior are excellent.
It can get overwhelming hearing about all the expensive equipment and the myriad of products we “need” to keep care of our vehicles. This makes everything sound so much more accessible.
Im going to purchase some of your products not only because i’m convinced they are great products, but as a thank you for your excellent videos!
Thank you so much!
Something I've been waiting to see! Polishing is something I overthink but its effects are spectacular!
Let's see the gold standard at its best!
Thank you
Great video guys. I like the idea of using rinseless wash to clean the pad between polishing sections. I've always used a stiff brush but there's no doubt that your method cleans the pad much better. Easy to do and the pad never gets clogged.
Thank you
Love these videos. I’ve never applied a wax or a coating to a car and have been watching a lot of your videos on it. I think I’m going to pick up this little palm sander, gold standard polish w/ waffle pad, and a stack when they become available.
Thanks
Same here !! A stack?
Great video guys, you don’t complicate the process for no reason like a lot do!
Thank you.
I am planning to do polishing with gold standard next weekend in my wife’s car to remove light scratches. So comes in at a perfect time.
Thank you, please share your results in our facebook group
bit.ly/DIYDetailFacebookGroup
@@diydetailofficial absolutely 👍
The things I like about the DIY methods are A) One does not need a plethora of costly chemicals to detail a vehicle; B) one does not need to take out a personal loan for equipment acquisition; C) you guys are the epitome of "Keep it simple stupid!" procedures. Common sense takes the lead!
Kudos 👍🏻😁
Thanks for sharing
Awesome stuff as always!!
Keep up the good stuff 👌😎
Thanks! Will do!
Brilliant tuition team DIY Detail 👏👏👏
Thank you! Cheers!
I have so many pads. This method is fantastic! One section, three passes or so, dunk, get the excess out, re/load the pad, continue. Genius!!! Thanks, Guys!
Thank you
@@diydetailofficial The Thanks belongs to You! 😃😎
I like this guys straightforward, no-nonsense approach to detail.
I’m here for this one.
Thanks!
great value video!
Glad it was helpful!
Absolutely love your guys content! Excited to try GS polish out!
Awesome! Thank you!
Guys, not only are your videos informative, but the humour takes it over the top! Could one use this same process and tools on a gel-coated boat? Cheers!
Yes
nice and simple
That’s the idea😃
Honestly, this seems so much better than a normal long heavy polisher
It has its place
I’m building up courage to polish my cars, have never done it and still a bit scared to do so. Thanks for all the great videos!
You can do it!
Just a thought...have you ever did tests with your products on marine gel coat surfaces? I do alot of boats and would love to be the first on my lake to use it. Also would love to see maybe a boat polish video. Like ivan has said before with websites and posting, if you only post shiny cars it gets repetitive. I love yall's videos and ivan is a legend to me. But its always cars i see. Would be cool to see some other types of vehicles. Bet a plane would be fun too 😂. Anyway hello from georgia and look forward to more DIY content. Great job guys
We plan on have different vehicles on the channel
Great video, guys. I noticed a couple mentions of single speed on the machines but I’m sure I saw a variable speed thumb dial on the handle…
You are correct, the one we normally use is single speed
@@diydetailofficial The Bauer Random Orbit Sander in this video has Variable 6 speed control. Speed 5 sounds good to me. It's 14.99 today at H.F. I'm getting one. Thanks for simplifying getting my car to shine. BTW Your 5.5" pads are sold out.
Love that you’re using inexpensive harbor freight tools here. You’re going after the right audience 👍🏼
Thank you!
Fantastic Video wow! Amazing. Cant wait to get my pad and polish. Which speed should I use on my DA?
What DA do you have?
Well this is great information that we're able to dip the pad in water and get it cleaner. I did not know that and having less than 12 hours polishing as a beginner this helps. I think I used too much Sonax on a orange pad yesterday. I tried to clean it w a old kitchen brush but I don't think it did much. Temp was 93° for the high, humidity 81% here in FL. After I made the mistake of polishing my trunk, after doing two sections of the roof, I later noticed some white pittings. This was the 2nd time I did the trunk within a week. Its a practice vehicle in neglected shape but I didn't want to make it worse. I haven't found anyone address repair pitted white spots
Unfortunately not much you can do for those
Well done guys. You should rename the brand to Reality Garage. No need to obsess (if you know you know 😂) over having the best / most expensive tools in your garage to get great results when you detail.
#dontobsessjusthavefun
Thank you
Thanks for the usual great tips. Mind telling us which sanders you are using because most sander vibrate rather than spin?
Any one will do, but you need to pad brake
Im ready
Thank you
Another great video. Nick asked, but the question wasn't answered as to what constitutes a section pass? How many cycles of up/down and side to side do you do before cleaning the pad and starting on a new section?
On average 3
That dial by the top of the handle near where the plug comes out is the speed adjuster. I don't know of any random orbital sander these days that doesn't have a speed adjuster. Harbor freight website lists the speed as 0-13,000rpm. Thanks for all you do, great content!
Thanks for the info!, the one we normally use is single speed
Ivan would it be safer to use a spray bottle to wet the pad and less chance of someone dropping the polisher in the bucket? Super video,
It’s not just wetting, you need to dunk it
Great video, yall are the very very few that do demos on a "entire" car, unlike taped off sections or door that's been removed. With that being said, I head you say your polish is "Trim / Molding" polisher, Does that mean it won't leave the usual "white" residue behind ? I have only seen a handful claiming that. I am not a detailer but want to keep detail as simple and most effieicent as possible. Looking for an all in one polish that is trim/mold safe (no taping). Thanks guys
DIY Detail Gold Standard Polish is definitely safe for trim.
I just took back a Bauer palm sander cause I didn't think it was right to use it didn't rotate like I thought it was supposed to. So I guess it would work.
Yes, it’s fine. If you remove the pad brake it will rotate.
hope you guys see this! fell in love with the channel subbed and liked. question though, could i use the gold standard polish kit with just an orbital sander? red pad, yellow pad and wool?
is the orbital sander limited to just the yellow waffle?
Thanks, works with all pads
Great content and instruction guys. Does the new red jewelling pad give a lot more gloss than the yellow waffle with fine finishing polishes
Yes it does
Hi just purchased your rinceless wash can’t wait to try it, but I was wondering if it’s possible to use the pad and polish with a 5in dewalt DWE6423K random orbit sander?
Yes of course!
A DIY wireless rotary polisher would be awesome to add to my wireless DA.
Possibility in the future for sure 👍
Thank you both for the detailed demo/video on car polishing! I want to buy the same palm polisher you both used, but it is Not listed on your website. I saw you are launching new polishers in the Spring 2024. Will this palm polisher be available with the higher priced models? I will used this to polish my car only. Thank you for help.
No we will not have a palm sander available, they are available at all hardware stores
Bauer is from Harbor Freight. I got one last year after a video I saw Yvan and Nick do. I was amazed at how well this process worked. But I was removing the pad and dunking it in rinseless wash. This method of cleaning the pad is much better and less time consuming. Thanks Yvan and Nick!
Thank you
Thanks for These fresh new ideas.
One question please, will the following also Work as a cleaning solution to dunk the Pads in:
Mixture of rags and riches and water or snappy Clean solution or mixture of Pad cleaner with water, or APC with water?
Thanks again
Liked and subscribed!
Yes, absolutely
When using a palm sander, should you remove the backing plate and take off the little rubber band thing that keeps it from free spinning? I thought I heard you mention that in another video.
Yes
Thx for the vid.
I'm sure i can use your pads for other polishes, what would you recommend for a polish other than gs as it's sold out. I need to do this job sooner than later. Thx
Most of our distributors will have it in stock.
Https://diydetail.com/pages/distributors
Great video guys. Given a palm sander has such a small throw, what would be the ideal rpm for one? I was thinking that since it's such a short throw you'd want a lower speed closer to 1000rpm like a rotary, but is there any thing to worry about with a 12000rpm palm sander?
10-13000 orbits per minute is ideal
Una sola parola: fantastico
Thank you.
You mentioned in one of your videos that you have detailed airplanes before. What products do you use on a plane? Especially the soot from turbine exhaust and the oil/exhaust track on bellies of piston planes?
Use DIY Detail All Clean 15/1 to clean, then ceramic coat those areas to make future cleaning much easier.
Hey I have a question about ceramic coating if I got it applied today and then when I got home there was some water spots that came from the mirror to go onto the coating and I used MEGUIAR'S Hybrid Ceramic (Spray) Wax to get it off because it was stuck on with a dry towel will this have ruined the ceramic coating the ceramic used was cougar ceramic coating 5 year and on the bottle is says to leave 30 minutes to cure before taking it in the elements which we did an hour and a half before taking it home so now I’m curious if me trying to get those spots off so it could cure in a garage did more harm than good?
You should be fine
Any recommendations or tips for being as efficient as possible to clean headliner?
Thanks
Do not touch unless absolutely necessary. They are sensitive to pressure, heat and moisture. Lightly rub with a rinseless dampened towel is safe.
@@diydetailofficial thanks
I'll try that
Thank you.
Awesome Vid as always, do you have the link or name of that specific polisher you used ?
It’s from harbour freight
@@diydetailofficial Thank you, looking forward to the DIY polishers!
Thanks for doing this video Ivan and Nick, i have a black and Decker oribital sander, i was wondering if i could use it to polish my Focus with, i also have Stjarnagloss Shara, now i only have to buy a pad and give it a go on some of my scratches.
Yes, may not be enough for scratches, but will definitely add gloss
@@diydetailofficial If that is all i get, i'll be happy with that! Thanks
Does the palm sander with 3mm throw stall look a regular DA polisher?
This looks like a good option for applying glazes and fine polish.
Not as much as some long stroke machines. Yes it’s actually a very good tool.
Do you guys have a chart for speed settings for each different stroke length and for the intended purpose. I have a 21mm and an 8mm just trying to find out where a comparable setting would be for paint enhancement, or compounding heavier defects?
21mm, speed 2-3
8mm speed 3-4
Should I polish the black trim with the Gold Standard polish if I plan on using something like Solution Finish or Lithium's Trim cubes?
Yes
For vehicles that have deeper scratches, swirls etc. can I use the gold standard with wool pad? Or do I need to use a heavy cut compound such as Koch chemie or rupes and the. Follow with the gold standard. I want to upgrade my equipment for this year
DIY Detail Gold Standard Polish with a wool pad is all you need.
Would you also use the gold standard polish on the windows to get them clean, free of water spots, and prepped for wax/coating, or does that require a different product?
Yes
Maybe a dumb question. But is it better to buy a cheap random orbit palm sander that doesn’t have built in dust extraction (suction)? Partly wondering if the suction is making more work for myself, as the added airflow maybe dries the pad faster. Or is it a non factor? But also curious if the suction would blast any contaminants back onto the paint possibly?
I’m sure I’m overthinking it all, but had to ask lol.
Makes no difference
Question on the Subaru the black decal on the hood. Can that be polished or is it best not to polish that?
Best to avoid
I believe you did a video before using the red pearl pad with this sander. Is this so, and what speed would u use with the red pad?
By the way, great video and thank you!
Full speed
I have ONR as my rinseless wash. I am not sure of yours but doesn’t ONR leave something behind and if it does won’t that affect coating application?
DIY Detail Rinse Less Wash leaves nothing behind
Are these sanders strong enough to remove pretty noticeable swirls if I were to use the wool pad first? And would I need to go over it again with the red jewling pad after or the yellow pad?
Or is the sander more just to clean up the paint and remove old protectants?
With the wool pad and a little patience, yes it will remove swirls. Only the yellow pad is necessary to clean up any haze left by the wool pad
Is it ok to use a different brand of rindless wash? I still have a whole new bottle left. OPT ,, Thanks for this video. Exactly what I’m looking for for my truck’s paint. You guys are interesting and fun to watch!!
You will need a surfactant based product to be effective.
@@diydetailofficial what’s a surface based? Sorry I don’t get the answer. Preferable to use DIY Polish with same product diy rinsless wash for compatibility in products?
@projet2907 a polymer based Rinseless like ONR doesn’t do well because it doesn’t cut through the oils of the polish. DIY Detail Rinseless Wash also contains surfactants that allow it to clean the pad better.
@@diydetailofficial Awesome. Thank you !!
What about wiping off polish with ONR or Absolute rinseless wash? I ask because that's what I have currently.
Polymer based Rinseless washes are not as effective.
Hello do you think this can remove very light swirling with the sander, and would the sander burn my paint easier rather than using a random orbital polisher??
It can remove swirling, and is one of least agressive tools
Does the 5.5 inch waffle pad on the website fit the 5 inch backing plate? Why the extra .5inch? Beginner question, sorry.
Yes it’s for 5 inch backing plates, the extra is for safety close to edges
Hey mate, just want to ask if i use those compound type polishing paste that is more common, how do i polish? Like how much amount should i use on the pad, i saw ur gold standard polish is easier to use with just one press each time. But right now i've only got the compound white paste type instead of spray type. Can u pls guide me
A few drops
Talking about those black decals, do you have a tutorial to learn how to bring them back to life?
Unfortunately it’s replacing them.
Maybe try Cerakote trim restorer. It last a long time vs typical trim restorers
After using the Gold Standard Polish and wiping with the Rinseless Wash, is it okay to just leave as-is with no ceramic coating? Is there anything else that would need to go on top (wax, toppers, etc) of the GSP for a daily driver that's got a little age on it?
DIY Detail Gold Standard Polish has no protection, it’s a pure abrasive
I have looked everywhere for red gloves. What brand and where did you buy those?
From Amazon
Having never used a polisher, this was a great tutorial. I would like to wait a purchase a polisher from you. Do you have an idea as to when you will be selling them?
I believe they've recently been saying March 2024!
@@Christian-ed5uc Thanks!
End of March
Nick, which Apple Watch Ultra band do you wear when detailing? Do you have a Bumper case on it? 🍎
It’s just the stock one that came with the watch I’m really not sure…
My car is ceramic coated a year ago
I found some hard water spot and scratches
Is it okay to polish it?
How is the decontamination stage before polishing?
My car is black so i cant tell if theres a tar or iron dust?
But i can feel sands texture on the lower door panels
Polishing will damage the coating. Start by doing a full decontamination , DIY Detail Iron Remover , Perforated Synthetic Decontamination Towel , then use DIY Detail Water Spot Remover. Could be all you need.
can this be used for deeper scratches? can i use the gold standard polish system on a wool pad first on the palm sander? and then transition to the yellow waffle pad?
Yes, all of the above
What to do to remove polish white haze from a matte black decal?
DIY Detail All Clean
What can I use instead of rinseless wash and water to clean the pad? APC and water? Detergent and water?
Best to use DIY Detail Rinse Less Wash, others foam too much, water doesn’t cut through
I have a question, what if I am using a different kind of polish that has protection in it, let’s just say something like the Rupes Uno Advanced that has 1 year of protection in the polish, do you think if it is still a good idea to wash the pad like that, remove excess and then re-use again? I wonder if this compromises the protection by having a damp pad? What are your thoughts on this. Thanks
It doesn’t affect the polish or protection. That said instead of using a compromise of polishing and protection, here’s a way that will be just as quick, but will yield superior results and protection.
ruclips.net/video/RHyAiZZgWuc/видео.htmlsi=Mz86gD8KdtCFiGW0
Do these tips only work with your products? Is it a good practice to polish a new car or does it just depend on the condition of the paint? Meaning is there a scenario where a new car doesn’t need to be polished at all? Thx
A light polish cleans the paint for better coating application
Can you use a liquid polish versus using a spray polish?
Yes, be aware that DIY Detail Gold Standard Polish is a pure abrasive , not a wax
So question: my vehicle is Black it us ceramic Coated but started seeing some light marring. Should I polish with this machine or do it by hand. The ceramic coating is still working just hate to see the marring on the paint. Vehicle is washed alot it's a Limo SUV.. jm
A few options, if you polish, you will need to re-apply coating. The other is to apply a non abrasive wax to fill the swirls
I'm having a hard time controlling my rotary polisher, it keeps wobbling even when I keep it flat, I have a black and decker 180mm rotary polisher, it is very heavy and big, does the size makes it harder to control?
Probably your holding it too hard
Would the palm sander be effective on a older vehicle with lots of oxidation and swirls??
Yes, but it’s slower than a long stroke DA
I have to clean the disc / pad / every time I use menzern 3800 polishing paste
Yes
Good afternoon! What diy products would you recommend a diy enthusiast to buy in gallon vs 16oz bottle? Thank you very much!
DIY Detail Rinseless Wash
DIY Detail All Clean
DIY Detail Incredible Suds
DIY Detail Ceramic Gloss
DIY Detail Interior Clean & Protect
i wish they sold smaller bottle of polish, like im only going to do it once every 5years and its going to go bad sitting in my shed for that long
Well stored it will last several years
Hey Yvan! What are your thoughts on hand polishing? Any advice? I don't have a polishing machine and I would like to leave the car with a polished (almost showroom-like) look without using the machine. AutoGlym Super Resin Polish is the one that I was looking at, would you recommend this one?
I’ve never tried that product. Hand polishing is a lot of work. You can use a basic random orbital sander , it’s safe, low cost, and much faster than by hand. Watch this How to Polish Paint for beginners! #detailing #polishing #paintcorrection #diydetail
ruclips.net/video/bdINJ-3Mc0U/видео.html
@@diydetailofficial Thank you!
Will you come out with a 15 mm da? And when will your lake country pad washer be back in stock
Yes, when Lake Country fills our orders
So what pad do i use to remove car wash swirl marks. Will the yellow pad do it over time, or the first time i use it, with your gold polish. I`m getting the sander today 14.99 at HF.
Yellow pad is super versatile, if you have deeper scratches I would recommend our Wool Cutting Pad: bit.ly/GoldStandardWoolPad
The Brauer palm sander at harbor freight says it has 6 manual speeds. We set it at 6?
Yes
My car has PPF half of the hood. Can I use this method over the PPF as well?
Yes
I’ve seen in your other videos using the palm sander with the wool pad. How do you decide between the wool and yellow waffle for just a polish with a palm sander?
A test spot.
@@diydetailofficialany idea when the 5.5” waffle pad will be back in stock?
Keep in mind folks don't polish your car every weekend every time you "polish" your microscopically removing clear coat keep that in mind.
Correct
What exact polisher is that that's being used?
A harbor freight sander
Could you hand polish with gold standard?
Yes
Hi! Do I need an extra accessory for a pad to fit in a random orbital sander? Do I need some backing plate or adhesive for it to bond? Thanks!
The Velcro is fine
Thank you!
Does the glass get polished and ceramic coated as well?
Yes
Hey DIY, I was seeing some of your videos on Rinseless DIY. With emulsifiers making the water murkey wouldn't the sponge pick up that murkey water and spread it all back on the car when you rinse the sponge in it? This part is hard for me to understand. Wouldn't my drying to we get dirty from picking up the murkey water?
Thanks!!
Give it a try, experience is the best way to appreciate how well it works.
@@diydetailofficialI am ordering some now! Would you recommend a foam sprayer or regular sprayer for specifically the rinseless application?
Regular
When are your polishers being released?
March 😎
What palm sander did you guys use i have a cheap bauer one will that do?
That’s perfect
Are these palm sanders any good for cutting?
No
Could you use Quick Beads or Ceramic Gloss to protect your car after this procedure?
Yes you can , apply a spray of either to the surface after you wipe the DIY Detail Gold Standard Polish off with a rinseless dampened towel as a drying aid.
@@diydetailofficialthank you, your videos are incredibly helpful. I'm gona buy some of your stuff.
What was the speed setting you used here on this sander during the polishing? Product page states it can run 0-13,000 OPM (there is a speed dial on the machine)
13,000
@@diydetailofficial many thanks again. Prepping for my spring car reset with DIY gold standard lineup
@mikev1766 Thank you.
@@diydetailofficial Just noticed something coming back to this video after watching some of your latest videos where you chatted about wiping off polish after vehicle is done vs per panel....here you waited until the very end to wipe all the polish off the vehicle correct? You can do that with Gold Standard!? If so, wow, that will change my workflow im putting together (also thank you for your continued replies to my almost constant questions leading up to my car reset; you guys are great)
Very cool video, but it would be so much easier to compare results between this way of polishing and the "real" polishing machines if the car wouldn't be semi-gloss. Is there an example available on a dark coloured car?
It will never compare to a dedicated polisher, but it’s a great budget friendly alternative
@@diydetailofficial Thanks for your reply. I'll just go for that trial then. There's enough time to spend more money if the results are disappointing.
Will your polisher and pads be available in the UK?
Pads are available, the machines not for several months
Https://diydetail.com/pages/distributors
Just to understand better, the priority to clean my pad after each use?
**Not every door, every use which means how many times in the door (for example).
I understood correctly?
Yes, never put clean polish on a dirty pad.
I know its safe on it, but can I use this to polish piano black trim?
Yes