Scratch Finish – Normfest Polish

Description

Normfest Scratch Finish – High-Gloss Anti-Hologram Polish

Normfest Scratch Finish is a professional ultra-fine finishing polish designed to produce an extremely high-gloss, hologram-free finish on automotive paintwork.

As the second stage of the Normfest 2-Step Polishing System, Scratch Finish removes light sanding marks, fine scratches, polishing marks, minor scuffs and other small surface imperfections. It then refines the paint to restore exceptional clarity and gloss.

Scratch Finish uses ultra-fine abrasive particles made from high-quality micro-precision oxides with DRA technology. These abrasives provide effective refinement with low heat generation. In addition, the extended working time helps prevent the polishing pad from drying out during use.

High-Gloss Hologram-Free Finish

• High-gloss anti-hologram finishing polish
• Removes light scratches and fine sanding marks
• Corrects minor scuffs and surface imperfections
• Removes holograms and polishing marks
• Ultra-fine abrasive with DRA technology
• Produces exceptional physical gloss and clarity
• Low heat generation during polishing
• Extended working time helps prevent pad dry-out
• Silicone and wax free
• Excellent choice for dark-coloured paintwork

Step 2 of the Normfest 2-Step Polishing System

Use Scratch Finish as the refining stage after Normfest Scratch Cut. Scratch Cut handles the heavier paint correction, while Scratch Finish removes the finer marks left behind and develops the final high-gloss, hologram-free surface.

Scratch Finish can also be used by itself where the paintwork only has light scratches, holograms or minor imperfections and does not require heavy cutting.

Suitable Paint Systems

Scratch Finish is suitable for a wide range of automotive paint systems and clearcoats, including:

• Water-based paint systems
• 1K and 2K paint systems
• HS and MS coatings
• Cellulose paints
• Acrylic clearcoats
• Ceramic clearcoats
• UV clearcoats
• Scratch-resistant clearcoats

Recommended Polishing Pads

The pad you select will influence both the level of correction and the final gloss.

• Orange medium polishing foam pad – recommended for hard and medium-hard paint where some additional correction is required.
• Black soft or waffle finishing foam pad – recommended for softer paint and final high-gloss finishing.

Always use clean polishing pads. Contamination from dust or cutting compound can introduce new marks and prevent a truly hologram-free finish. Therefore, clean or replace the pad as required during the polishing process.

Application

Shake the container well before use. Apply a small amount of Scratch Finish to the area and distribute it evenly with the selected polishing pad.

Machine polish the surface and gradually reduce pressure as the paint begins to clear. For the final refining stage, continue polishing without pressure. Finally, remove any remaining residue with a clean, soft microfibre cloth.

For best results, Normfest recommends using a dual-action (eccentric) polishing machine.

Machine Speeds

• Rotary polishing machines: 1,000–2,000 rpm
• Dual-action / eccentric machines: 2,000–8,000 rpm

Always start with the least aggressive pad and polish combination capable of achieving the required correction. Paint hardness and condition can vary significantly, so test the process on a small area first.

Complete the Finish

For the complete Normfest paint correction system:

Step 1 – Scratch Cut: Correct deeper scratches, oxidation and heavier paint defects.

Step 2 – Scratch Finish: Remove fine imperfections and holograms while developing maximum gloss and clarity.

Final Protection – Speed Gloss Nano: Once polishing is complete, finish with Normfest Speed Gloss Nano to enhance the gloss and provide final paint protection and longevity.

Ideal For

Scratch Finish is ideal for professional paint shops, automotive detailers, body repairers and enthusiasts. Use it on cars, motorcycles, trucks, buses, boats, caravans and other professionally painted surfaces where a high-quality final finish is required.

Technical Information

• Contents: 500g
• pH: 8
• Silicone free: Yes
• Wax free: Yes
• Normfest Part Number: 2000-343-500

Storage: Protect from frost and store under suitable room-temperature conditions. Always test the polishing process on a small area before completing the entire surface.