Used wrong product,now what ?

[desgnr]

I had a scratch & i tried to remove it with Dupont Polishing Compound,
Then i had a dull spot on my Tuxedo Black Metallic paint.
I put some Liquid polish on the area,but it still looks dull.
How can i fix this ?
I wish i read here first & used Meguiar's Scratch-X

Whats my next step ?

[Michael Stoops]

Re: Used wrong product,now what ?

First off, welcome to MOL!

Second, we moved your post to the Detailing 101 area as it will see more traffic there (here).

Third, it sounds as though the product and perhaps the applicator you used were effective at removing the scratch, but in the process they hazed the surface. This is pretty common with certain products and should be easily correctable. ScratchX 2.0 is a highly effective paint cleaner that should easily remove this hazing, but your applicator choice is going to be very important here, especially on a black vehicle. Stay away from terry cloth and even microfiber when applying a paint cleaner since you will need to work the product against the paint with a bit of elbow grease to remove a scratch or, in your case, remove haze from the paint. Terry cloth has a fair amount of bite to it and the towel alone can do some damage to the paint. Microfiber is much better, but even it can mar a delicate paint system when used in the vigorous way needed to correct a scratch or haze. You want to use a soft foam wax applicator as it offers no real cutting ability of its own. Apply the ScratchX 2.0 with this pad (an amount roughly the size of quarter should be sufficient for a small area) and work it vigorously in a back and forth motion for perhaps a minute or so, then wipe off while it's still wet. Inspect the area in good light to see if you need a second application. When you're satisfied with the result, apply a coat of wax to the area and you're done.

[desgnr]

Re: Used wrong product,now what ?

Thanks for your advice.
I have a Foam pad that came with the Liquid Polish,but it still has some polish on it after i washed it.
Can i still use it ?
If not where can i get a new one or could i use a sponge ?

[RGP]

Re: Used wrong product,now what ?

where can i get a new one or could i use a sponge ?

http://www.autodetailingsolutions.net/x3070.html

I try to remove the major amount of product at the kitchen sink. Then toss 'em in the washing machine. They should come out as good as new. Don't confuse a slight bit of product staining with not being spotlessly clean. Let them dry thoroughly and return them to the plastic bag or something similar to keep them ready for your next session. I also run 'em through my dryer and haven't had any adverse results. It may, however, reduce their lifespan. Dunno...

[Michael Stoops]

Re: Used wrong product,now what ?

Thanks for your advice.
I have a Foam pad that came with the Liquid Polish,but it still has some polish on it after i washed it.
Can i still use it ?
If not where can i get a new one or could i use a sponge ?

Follow Bob's advice below, but definitely skip the sponge. Your paint will thank you.

http://www.autodetailingsolutions.net/x3070.html

I try to remove the major amount of product at the kitchen sink. Then toss 'em in the washing machine. They should come out as good as new. Don't confuse a slight bit of product staining with not being spotlessly clean. Let them dry thoroughly and return them to the plastic bag or something similar to keep them ready for your next session. I also run 'em through my dryer and haven't had any adverse results. It may, however, reduce their lifespan. Dunno...