ing marks and other surface imperfections. It makes a relatively smooth surface smoother. Coloring merely refines the cut-down sur-
face and brings out the maximum luster. Gesswein offers a complete line of top-quality compounds for all buffing needs. The same
compound may produce different finishes on various materials; therefore, some experimentation may be necessary to determine
which ones are preferable. Many polishing compounds contain respirable silica or other hazardous ingredients. Be sure to use a dust
collector to pull polishing dust away from your breathing zone. For optimum protection, wear a properly fitted respirator rated for
the specific dust or chemicals with which you are working.
leaves a uniform finish.
Excellent for brass and
hard metals such as chrome,
nickel steel and stainless
steel. A medium cutting
compound for soft metals.
steel. Provides light cutting
action on soft metals.
Contains a 240 grit steel
compound but acts
like a 320 or 400 grit
compound because of binder.
such as aluminum and brass.
Yellow-tan in color. Compound
sticks well to laps and brushes.
Often used in place of Tripoli.
for cutting down and removing
scratches from soft metals
such as aluminum and brass.
Leaves surface scratch-free but
dull in appearance.
such as brass.
as aluminum and brass.
standard for producing the
stainless steel.
that works well on most
metals. Has a very light cutting
action yet leaves a high luster.
Less greasy and cleaner to use
than other rouges.
The 12 oz. is a bar, and the
Removes light scratches yet leaves
a bright mirror finish. Supplied
in a peel-back cardboard tube.
scratches and blemishes.