Abbott & Ashby compounds are used with mops to achieve the desired finish to your workpiece.
GREY COMPOUND
- used to cut back light scratch marks on copper, brass, stainless steel, etc. prior to polishing with the correct compound
- use only with a stitched mop.
- in blister pack
Other Compounds Available
All metals have unique characteristics, this makes it imperative to choose the correct compound and polishing mop to do the job properly and achieve the best possible result.
GREEN COMPOUND
- Buffing compound (Green) For use with buffing/polishing mops.
- For a high gloss finish on copper, brass and stainless steel
- use with a loose leaf calico mop.
RED COMPOUND, (also called Tripoli)
- general purpose compound for copper, brass, aluminium and most other metals
- can be used with a stitched rag or loose leaf calico mop.
WHITE COMPOUND
- For high quality finish on aluminium and aluminium alloys
- Use with a loose leaf calico mop.
HANDY HINTS
Dress the mop with compound across the rotating face for a few seconds taking care not to overload the mop - it is far better to apply a little compound more frequently than to overdress the mop.
After applying the compound, bring the workpiece to the wheel and with light pressure move back and forth across the job.
After the job is finished to your satisfaction, remove any compound residue with mineral turpentine or methylated spirits.