What is the best way to restore gloss to a dulled painted surface?
A.Lack of gloss on a painted surface results from three factors: Oxidation of the exterior paint layer Scratches in the exterior paint layer Lack of a protective coating on the exterior paint layer Oxidation is the dulling of the painted surface that occurs when the sun’s ultraviolet rays deplete the paint’s natural oils and resins. Scratches prevent light from reflecting uniformly from the painted surface, which limits gloss. In order to restore gloss, oxidation and scratches must be removed. Once the surface is free of oxidation and scratches (see Question #3) and any swirl marks caused during buffing are removed (see Question #4), a wax or paint sealant should be applied to protect the surface against further oxidation, and to intensify gloss. 5.
