Should I use Ultimate Compound or polish?

On most clear coats Ultimate Compound is just aggressive enough to be able to remove most defects and the Ultimate Polish finishes it out really nicely when combined with a quality foam pad. On harder clear coats you can still remove most defects by using it with a microfiber cutting pad.

Should I compound or just polish?

Rubbing compounds basically targets the uneven car's surfaces caused by scratches while on the other hand; polishing is preferably used for adding smoothness and shine to the car paint. Both will help in improving your car's quality but in a different way.

Do I need to use polish After ultimate compound?

Like NFA stated UC always leaves me with a good finish when used with a orange ccs pad. Just follow up with any light polish such as Ultimate Polish or M205. If using ultimate polish remember to wipe or wash away all the oils left behind to see the true condition of the paint.

What is the difference between compound and polish?

Both polishing and compounding are similar, but they each target a different end-result. Polishing focuses on the end result of a shiny, smooth car surface while compounding focuses on correcting car issues such as scratches and uneven surfaces.

What is Meguiars ultimate compound used for?

Meguiar's Ultimate Compound is the ultimate paint cleaner for removing below surface defects such as light to moderate oxidation, scratches, water spots and stains.

How to Use Meguiars Ultimate Compound

Does Meguiars Ultimate Compound remove clear coat?

Whether working by hand or with our DA polisher, this is truly the ultimate compound! Remove water spots, oxidation, swirls, scratches, blemishes, and more from all types of paint – even clear coats!

Does Meguiars Ultimate Polish remove scratches?

How do I remove small scratches and swirl marks? Whether you are working by hand, orbital or DA Polisher, swirls and scratches can be removed easily using a clear coat safe "paint cleaner" like Meguiar's Ultimate Compound.

Is Meguiars Ultimate Compound permanent?

But before you panic, these scratches and swirls aren't a permanent fixture, and Meguiar's has the perfect solution to permanently remove these from your paintwork allowing you to create crystal clear reflections.

Is Meguiar's Ultimate Compound a rubbing compound?

Meguiars Ultimate Compound will become your go-to rubbing compound! Apply it by hand or dual action polisher, to any type of paint, to enjoy smooth results in one step.

Can I skip polish After compound?

The simplest answer is just to check your work after the compounding stage with proper lighting. If there is any micro-marring or hazing from the compounding stage, then use a finishing polish before your wax/sealant.

Will Meguiars Ultimate Polish remove swirl marks?

Meguiars Ultimate Polish is an excellent general purpose car polish or finishing polish. Used on paint in good condition, Meguiars Ultimate Polish removes light swirls and water spots and deepens the paint color with rich polishing oils. It can be used any time the paint looks dull or lacks gloss.

Which is more aggressive polish or compound?

In simplistic terms, the difference between compounding and polishing is essentially the same difference between compound and polish: aggressiveness. Compounds are more aggressive than polishes.

Will polishing compound damage clear coat?

The Quick Answer. Polishing removes a layer of your car's clear coat to flatten the surface and remove minor scratches and damage. Polishing is safe as long as your car has enough clear coat remaining, and you don't do it frequently or aggressively.

Does polishing compound remove scratches?

Buffing an area with polishing or rubbing compounds removes scratches and blemishes, but they also remove wax.

Is Meguiars Ultimate Polish abrasive?

It contains no abrasives so it just needs to be worked into the paint gently like any other glaze. It has no corrective power, it simply masks and fills defects. By hand, I'd use a microfibre pad and just gently work 3 or 4 pea sized drops into an 18" x 18" area then buff carefully. Follow with a wax or sealant.

Does Meguiars Ultimate Compound have fillers?

no fillers but does leave behind polishing oils that can mask remaining defects if not removed.

Does Meguiars Ultimate Polish have fillers?

It is a glaze with a veryfine cut ( micro abrasives ) and contains fillers and glazing oils.

What is meguiars most aggressive compound?

Meguiar's M100 is the most aggressive compound that I'm aware of, and can remove 1200 grit sandpaper marks, which is pretty remarkable.

When should I use polishing compound?

What speed Meguiars Ultimate Compound?

Re: Meguiars Ultimate Compound

Don't bother with anything under max speed six when compounding with a PC, pad, and ultimate compound. You're not going to hurt the paint with that combo unless you turn the machine upside down and swing it by the cord.

Do I need to wax after rubbing compound?

The experts at Turtle Wax advice that applying a wax coating to your car after using such a compound can restore shine and also seal and protect your car against future damage. Park your vehicle in a shady area where it is shielded from direct sunlight.