Definitions
These are our definitions of the words we will use in this knowledge base. We like to think that our definitions are accurate and correct, however, others in the industry, or enthusiasts, may have their own definitions, categorizations or terms of art.
- Machine Polishing
- Paintwork Correction
- Buffing
- Mopping
- Flat and Polish
- Hand polishing
- Polish
- Polishing Compound
- Finishing Compound
- Cutting Compound
- Diminishing Abrasive
- Combination Product
- Hybrid Product
- Paint Cleaner
- Machine Polisher
- Rotary Polisher
- Random Orbital Polisher
- Dual Action Polisher
- Buffing Pads
- Panel Wipe
- Polishing Bonnet
- Clay Bar
- Clay Pads
- Acid Washing
- Wet sanding
- Dry sanding
- Wet Polishing
- Scratches
- Rail Dust
- Industrial Fallout
- Paint Runs
- Paint Sags
- Orange Peel
- Fish Eye
- High points
- Oxidation
- Hazing
- Stains
- Fading
- Blushing
- Solvent Migration
- Burned Paint
- Bird Mess Etching
- Paint Transfer
- Micro-Marring
- Wash Marks
- Swirl Mark
- Holograms
- Buffer Trails
- Paintwork
- Repair-and-Repaint
- Clear-over-Base
- Conventional Paint System
- Solid Colour
- E-Coat
- Primer
- Base Coat
- Clear Coat
- Paint Depth Gauge
- Dead Paint
- Sticky Paint
- Dwell Time
- Flash Off
- Panel Wipe
- Inspection Light
- Sacrificial Layer
- Cosmetic Repair
- Chemical Polish
- Retail Product
- Trade Products
- Fillers - Diffusers
- Elbow Grease
- Swirl Remover
- Water Spots
- Paint Priming
- TFR Traffic Film Remover