VARIATIONS
There are four general types of paint treatments:
- Cleaners -- contain chemicals to dissolve the top layer
of dead paint; they are milder than rubbing compounds.
- Rubbing/Polishing Compounds -- contain abrasives to
remove damaged paint layers and expose fresh ones. Rubbing compound abrasives
are coarser than polishing compound abrasives and must be used with great care.
- Polishes -- add oils to paint to improve shine.
- Waxes -- protect the paint from sunlight (ultraviolet
rays), water and air by sealing in paint oils.