I am new to boat care and polishing so my first question is how much polish is required? I was able to buy only 2 16oz bottles of Starbrite Premium Polish for my 320. How much would I need to put 2 coats on since I don't think what I have is sufficient?
Second, do most of you polish the cockpit and helm interior surfaces?
Third, what about the smooth areas on the bow that are not non-slip? My concern here is polishing makes things slippery and I don't want to slip and fall even though I always wear boat shoes.
Finally, it seems that most apply and buff polish with an orbital buffer and pads. But others do by hand. I lean toward using a buffer but am interested in the pros and cons of both methods.
My gelcoat is in really good shape and I was able to remove some minor dings with rubbing compound which I thought might need gelcoat repairs.
Second, do most of you polish the cockpit and helm interior surfaces?
Third, what about the smooth areas on the bow that are not non-slip? My concern here is polishing makes things slippery and I don't want to slip and fall even though I always wear boat shoes.
Finally, it seems that most apply and buff polish with an orbital buffer and pads. But others do by hand. I lean toward using a buffer but am interested in the pros and cons of both methods.
My gelcoat is in really good shape and I was able to remove some minor dings with rubbing compound which I thought might need gelcoat repairs.
