This revolutionary product dramatically reduces the time and effort required to restore abused or neglected paint finishes. Unlike traditional compounds that can leave behind fine scratches and haze, Meguiar's Ultimate Compound cuts so fast and leaves the finish looking so good it's hard to believe possible. The secret is Meguiar's exclusive micro-abrasive technology created for state-of-the-art products for body shops and detailers. Ultimate Compound works quickly to remove below surface defects and restore color and clarity without scratching or swirling.. Meguiars Ultimate Compound is the ultimate paint cleaner for removing below surface defects such as light to moderate oxidation, scratches, water spots and stains. With Meguiars exclusive micro-abrasive technology it cuts quickly for permanently defect removal, restores color and clarity, and wont haze or mar like a traditional compound. This clear coat safe compound also dramatically reduces the time and effort to restore paint while obtaining results that surpass the performance of both conventional rubbing and polishing compounds. Ultimate Compound quickly and easily removes paint defects while maximizing shine and gloss to get your paint ready for wax protection. Wash and dry the vehicle first. Always use a pH balanced car wash soap, such as Meguiars Ultimate Wash and Wax, which gently cleans your cars paint, adds gloss and shine, and leaves additional wax protection behind each time you wash. After washing and drying, run your clean, dry fingertips over the paint. If it feels rough, you have bonded contaminants on top of your paint. These contaminants can be anything from tree sap mist to industrial fallout or even road tar to paint overspray. Meguiars Smooth Surface Clay Kit comes with everything needed to safely remove bonded contaminants and leave youre the paint as smooth as glass. Next, inspect the paint for below surface defects like swirls, scratches, oxidation and water spots. Good lighting is essential here, consider inspecting the paint in direct sunlight or under strong florescent lights. If possible, use different light sources as different types of light can reveal different below surface defects. Always work on a cool surface and in the shade. Always apply your compound thin and evenly. If too much compound is applied oils can build-up making it streak and smear when removing. Work a small amount of compound into the paint using moderate pressure and a soft foam applicator like Meguiars Foam Applicator Pads. Work in a 1-2 square foot area in a circular pattern, making 4-6 overlapping passes per section. Wipe the residue off before it dries with a clean premium microfiber towel like Meguiars Supreme Shine Microfiber Towels. Flip your towel to a clean side for a final wipe. Work Ultimate Compound in with slight friction. Compounds need a bit of friction to activate the micro-abrasive and remove defects. If its just simply wiped on and wiped off like a wax, it wont work properly to remove the defect. Sometimes you need to repeat. Work a compound in with light to moderate pressure for 1-2 minutes and wipe it off before it dries. If it doesnt remove the defect, repeat this multiple times. Each time you re-apply should lessen the defect more.
