{"id":7109,"date":"2022-08-29T11:24:04","date_gmt":"2022-08-29T11:24:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nccuttingtools.com\/?p=7109"},"modified":"2022-12-24T07:16:44","modified_gmt":"2022-12-24T07:16:44","slug":"polishing-compounds-colors","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nccuttingtools.com\/polishing-compounds-colors.html","title":{"rendered":"Polishing Compounds Colors: A Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Do you want to maintain your jewelry, metal surfaces, or even cars with a high-luster finish? If you do, then the answer is polishing compounds. However, shining compounds’ colors can be a little confusing. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

They are made for different purposes and come in a variety of colors.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In this article, we will explore what polishing compounds do, their categories, and their different colors. In addition, we will provide a short guide to the polishing process.<\/p>\n\n\n

What Do Polishes Do?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
\"Cloth<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Cloth and Polishing Compound<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can use polishing compounds to remove light scratches and oxidation from surfaces. They are abrasive compounds that return dull or slightly rough surfaces to a brilliant shine.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They do this by removing microscopic layers of materials. <\/p>\n\n\n

Polishing Compound Categories<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n

There are different categories of polishing compounds depending on their intended uses. Here, we present a short explanation of each. <\/p>\n\n\n

Tripolis<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

Tripolis polish, often referred to as cutting compound, is the coarsest buffing compound. In most cases, they are used to create semi-gloss finishes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Additionally, people use them as the first step toward creating much shinier finishes. Tripoli polishes do an excellent job of removing emery marks, light scratches, and oxidation.<\/p>\n\n\n

Intermediates <\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

Intermediate metal polishing compounds provide the soft gleam found on stainless steel<\/a> countertops. While tripolis compounds leave a slightly dull finish, intermediates offer a bit of luster. They still cut fairly aggressively but have a finer grit than Tripolis.<\/p>\n\n\n

Finishing Rouges<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

Next, finishing rouge is also known as finishing compound. The most exemplary polishing compounds, finishing rouges, create a high-luster finish.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n

Commonly-Used Polishing Compounds Colors<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
\"Yellow<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Yellow Polishing Compound in Black Can<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This section will outline the different colors of polishing compounds and how to use them. <\/p>\n\n\n

Tripoli Brown Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

You use a brown polishing compound to create a soft luster finish. The most common uses include polishing soft metals such as Aluminum<\/a>, copper, and brass<\/a>. You can even use it on wood.<\/p>\n\n\n

Green Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

The green polishing compound is often called stainless steel polish. It provides a soft sheen and is a favorite compound for knives and commercial kitchen equipment. Its most common use is on stainless. <\/p>\n\n\n

White Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

The white polishing compound is more acceptable than green, most commonly used on stainless and harder metals. It also provides a bit more shine. Another frequent use for white combinations is an intermediate step towards a mirror finish.<\/p>\n\n\n

Greystar Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

Mainly used by jewelers<\/a>, the grey star compound brings out the colors of precious metals.<\/p>\n\n\n

Blue Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

Use a blue polishing compound to put a soft luster on synthetic materials, plastics, and softer metals.<\/p>\n\n\n

Pink Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

Pink is considered a dual-purpose buffing compound used for the final stage of polishing soft metals. However, you can also use it as the final polish on harder metals.<\/p>\n\n\n

Black Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

Most often used to polish stee<\/a>l, brass, copper<\/a>, Aluminum, and similar metals.<\/p>\n\n\n

Aluminum Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

Used to polish Aluminum <\/a>and other soft metals.<\/p>\n\n\n

Yellow Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

This dry compound is popular in the jewelry industry and puts a high sheen on gold, silver, and platinum.<\/p>\n\n\n

Gold Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

Jewelers and metalworkers<\/a> alike use gold polish to achieve a high gloss finish.<\/p>\n\n\n

Fabulustre Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

A dry compound that produces a mirror-like finish<\/p>\n\n\n

Zam Polishing Compound<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

A brand of polish consists of a mix of aluminum and chromium. Most often used to buff the metal.<\/p>\n\n\n

How to Use Polishing Compounds<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
\"Man<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Man Polishing Golf Club<\/p>\n\n\n

What You Will Need<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n

Buffing pad, soft cloth, or similar item<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Polishing compound <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Buffer or polishing wheel (optional but nice)<\/p>\n\n\n

Polishing Steps<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
\"Mechanical<\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Mechanical Buffer<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. Identify your material- as noted, different compounds are better suited for other materials. You must know what you are polishing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Asses surface condition- The condition of the surface to be polished will help you know what color of polishing compound (grit) to use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Choose your polishing compound- Choose the least aggressive compound with the above information.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Apply Polishing compound- Place a mixture on your cloth or buffing pad. It doesn’t take much. In this case, less is more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Using a circular motion, work your way up and down the surface, applying even pressure. If using a mechanical buffer, be sure to keep it moving. Otherwise, you may burn the surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. If satisfied with the results, clean the surface and finish. If you want a higher shine, go to a less aggressive (higher grit) compound and repeat steps 4-6.<\/p>\n\n\n

Conclusion:<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n

There you go, an essential guide to all you need to know about polishing compound colors. As always, we look forward to hearing from you at NC Cutting Tools <\/a>for more tips.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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