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3M Marine Finesse-It II Finishing Material (also called Glaze) is used to remove micro-fine sanding scratches or compound swirl marks from topside paints. It also removes light to medium gelcoat oxidation. Finesee it II leaves behind a glazed finish. Follow up with a polish for a deep gloss appearance. It works well on UV faded or otherwise neglected gelcoat.
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16 oz., 32 oz. and gallon sizes are available.
Note:
Finesse-it II contains no wax or silicone and is an excellent pre-wax application. Like all of the other polishing compounds by 3M, this product is designed for boats but can be used on cars, trucks and RVs as well.
BRAND:
3M
Type:
Compounds Polishes Waxes
Questions & Answers about 3M Finesse-It II Finishing Material:
2012-08-07TERRI WRAY asked: can this be used on high end wood furniture?
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2012-08-13CRAIG LAMBIE: It is an excellent gentle compound but I have no knowledge or experience. I would contact 3M they are good at supporting their products. Jamestown has alot of wood experience you might try calling one of their experts too.
2012-08-13DOMINIC PISTILLO: Depends on what type of finish is on the furniture. If its lacquer it should be no problem. If its shellac the finish will probably dissolve. Most varnishes don't polish very well. So the only finish I'd feel comfortable polishing is a lacquer. By the way, that's how they polish guitars.
2012-02-22(UNKNOWN) ( asked: Does this work on Rv's for oxidation?
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2012-02-22MICHAEL KOWALESKI: Yes, it should.
It worked great on boat oxidation.
2012-02-23JOSEPH GREENE: Finesse It is the second in a 3 step process. It is designed to reduce swirl marks from using power buffers.
I think that Imperial Compound would be a better bet for removing the oxidation.
2012-02-24(unknown) (: Thank you Joseph.....would Imperial work on taking out water marks on decalsun the RV....Nelson
2012-02-24JOSEPH GREENE: It took out the black water marks on the side of the boat hull where the water drains off of the gunwales. It basically took off all of the stains. We then used the Finesse It to smooth out any swirl marks and then coated with wax.
I did two boats that way last year, and neither required any touchups during the summer.
2012-01-25A shopper asked: Can you use this on varnished hulls and decks?
And if so,how would you apply it ??
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2012-01-25WILLIAM MILLER: Finesse-It II finishing material could certianly be used on well cured varnish to remove minor blemishes such as scrub brush marks and light surface wear. It cannot remove deeper scrathes, since it is truly a finishing material, a polish, not a rubbing coupound.
While it accomplishes the same smoothing as a wax, there are no UV protectants; you may wish wax the polisher surface for that reason.
Bill Miller
St. Louis
2012-01-25SCOTT KRELL: Im not exactly sure about varnished wooden hulls. The stuff works wonders on fiber glass hulls and really can do a number on car paint to get scuffs and minute scratches out without removing the paint itself. Again not certain about varnish finishes. SOrry I couldnt be of more help.
2012-01-25JOHN HEIZER: Finesse It is for use on hard surfaces like gelcoat and possibly paint. I do not believe that it is the best product for varnish.
Jamestown has many products for cleaning varnish - look for one of their recommendations.
or
your best bet is probably to sand and then reapply the varnish with as many coats as you have patience for.
2012-01-26JOE BRADLEY: best on fiberglass and plastic but will work on a varnished surface
2012-01-16A shopper asked: Can you use 3M Finesse It II on wood finishes with Laquer finish??.
2011-11-06A shopper asked: How much do I need for 20' sailboat?
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2011-11-07MARK PRESTERO: I have a 35' boat and the 1 quart bottle I buy lasts 5 or more years. I have a slow speed polisher and follow very closely the directions that say to use a quarter -sized blob on the polisher pad on a 2' x 3' area.
2011-11-07DAVID MILLER C/O SHADY GROVE HARBOR: For a 20' sail, you would only need the smaller bottle, not the big Qt size. Make sure your first buff is the Imperial 3M product, then follow with the Finesse It. Run the buffer at a slower speed with the Finess It, as it tends to streak and burn onto the surface if the buffer speed is too fast.. Also, I prefer the 3M foam pads for buffing with these products. They are far superior to the wool. I have converted many people over to them that now swear by them. White pad for the first buff, black for the finesse It and wax coat. They don't load up with compound and they bite a lot better. They also last a long time.
Dave
Sea Ya
2011-11-08ROB JOHNSON: All depends on if your doing the hull, or just the topside. All sailboats are different. If your doing just the topside with minimal oxidation a small bottle will do. If your doing the whole boat you'll need close to a quart.
2011-09-21A shopper asked: when I apply it it cakes up. How do I stop that from happening?
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2011-09-22PATRICK HELLING: Use a damp pad to apply. work in small 2'x2' areas.use low speed buffer. High speed makes to much heat.
2011-09-22MICHAEL LATTA: Finesse-it is amazing stuff. I use it on my 28' sailboat's black hull. Although it can be applied by hand, I find that it is much easier with a electric polisher. The trick seems to be keep working the 2' x 2' area until the material appears gone. Do not let it dry. immediately remove any remaining Finess-it with a clean dry cloth. Good luck.
2011-09-22JOHN HILDEBRANDT: I would suggest to work in smaller areas and work the material with a cloth until you have a smooth shinny surface.Then use a dry buff cloth to remove any additional material.
2011-09-23ROBERT KLEIS, JR.: I did not have that problem. Maybe you were in the sun or it was to hot.
2011-09-23PATRICK MCCUTCHEON: I recommend watching the video that is on the Jamestown website. There you will see that the 3M material is applied to the lambs wool buffing bonnet. After awhile of buffing the material will start to cake on the lambs wool. The video suggests that you run a putty knife over the lambs wool while its spinning to clear off the excess (build - up).
Also, and very very important, make sure that you clean off the surface chalk with the 3M cleaner BEFORE you use this product.....that information is also in the video.
2011-09-11TOMMY SCIORTINO asked: Is this what they put on bowling balls?
Comments about 3M Finesse-It II Finishing Material:
Can't wait to try this product after the many reviews I had read across the internet before purchasing!
6/30/2009
(4 of 4 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Fantastic Results
By Motorvator
from Eastern Shore, Maryland
About Me Quality Oriented
Pros
Works Effectively
Cons
Pricey
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Comments about 3M Finesse-It II Finishing Material:
I bought a six year old boat in 2006 that had obviously had almost never been waxed and this product restored the luster and shine of a brand new boat. Follow up with a polish and you will have a very glossy finish. You must use wool buffing pad with an electric speed controlled buffer. It's hard work work but worth the results.
Primary use:
Personal
4/8/2009
(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)
5.0
Great stuff whn cleaner and wax aren't
By Sail Commodore
from Cleveland OH
About Me Quality Oriented
Pros
Easy To Use
Works Effectively
Cons
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Comments about 3M Finesse-It II Finishing Material:
When the UV's have gotten to your gel coat. Or years of neglect have faded the surface, this product is just what you need before cleaner and wax. Easy to use with an electric polisher and lambs wool pad or lots of elbow grease it's worth every penny.
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