Shop Presta, professional-grade boat detailing. Presta compounds, polishes, and waxes cut oxidation, restore deep gloss, and protect gelcoat, the products detailers reach for to bring a dull, weathered finish back to life and keep it protected. Restore and protect your finish like a pro Presta is a name detailers trust for bringing gelcoat back to life. The line covers cutting compounds that remove oxidation and surface damage, polishes that refine and restore deep gloss, and waxes and sealants that protect the finish from UV and the elements. Formulated for professional results on marine gelcoat and fiberglass, Presta products give you the system to take a dull, chalky, weathered hull and restore it to a clean, glossy, protected finish. For boaters...
Black Wool Heavy Cutting Pad - 9"A heavy-cut compounding pad effectively removes heavy sanding scratches. This single-sided pad is 9" in diameter and features a 1-1/2" thick wool...
PACE™ Purple Foamed Wool Heavy Cut Pad - 3" *4-PackDesigned to work on harder clears with PACE™ Heavy Cut Compound.Features & Benefits: This foamed wool pad cuts like...
PACE™ Black Foam Ultimate Polish Pad - 3" *4-PackDesigned to work with PACE™ Ultimate Polish and Protective Glaze.Features & Benefits: This hook-and-loop foam pad has small, open cells...
PACE™ Orange Foam Medium Cut Pad - 3" *4-PackDesigned to work with PACE™ Medium Cut Compound.Features & Benefits: This hook-and-loop foam pad has small, open cells that keep...
PACE™ Grey Foam Heavy Cut Pad - 3" *4-PackThis foam pad is designed to work on softer clears with Presta's PACE™ Heavy Cut Compound.Features & Benefits: This hook-and-loop...
Buffing SpurPresta's Buffing Spur is great for removing excess compound, dirt, and debris from wool pads. SKU: NVN-108003 MPN: 810007 UPC:
Grey Microfiber Wash MittPresta's Grey Microfiber Wash Mitt provides deep cleaning capability. The Grey Microfiber Wash Mitt provides deep cleaning capability and a soft surface is easy on...
PACE™ Black Foam Ultimate Polish Pad - 5.5"Designed to work with PACE™ Ultimate Polish and Protective Glaze.Features & Benefits: This hook-and-loop foam pad has small, open cells that...
PACE™ Orange Foam Medium Cut Pad - 5.5"Designed to work with PACE™ Medium Cut Compound.Features & Benefits: This hook-and-loop foam pad has small, open cells that keep the...
Ultra 2-Step Finishing Polish - 1 GallonAdvanced all-in-one polish and swirl remover. Presta's Ultra 2-Step Buffing System was designed to simplify the buffing process, saving you time and...
PACE™ Black Foam Ultimate Polish Pad - 6.5"This polish pad is designed to work with Presta's PACE™ Ultimate Polish and Protective Glaze.Features & Benefits: This hook-and-loop foam pad...
White Wool Aggressive Cutting PadA heavy-cut compounding pad effectively removes heavy sanding scratches. This single-sided pad is 9" in diameter and features a 1-1/2" thick wool pile.Specifications:Pad Size:...
PACE™ Grey Foam Heavy Cut Pad - 6.5"This foam pad is designed to work on softer clears with Presta's PACE™ Heavy Cut Compound.Features & Benefits: This hook-and-loop foam...
PACE™ Orange Foam Medium Cut Pad - 6.5"This foam pad is designed to work with Presta's PACE™ Medium Cut Compound.Features & Benefits: This hook-and-loop foam pad has small,...
Gel Coat Compound - 1 GallonThis Silicone-free compound easily removes P1000 grit and finer sand scratches and oxidation.Features & Benefits: Immediate cutting action won’t overheat the surface Ideal...
Super Cut Compound - 32 fl ozThis is an aggressive compound that easily removes P800 grit and finer sand scratches and oxidation.Features & Benefits: For use on gel...
Super Cut Compound - 1 GallonThis is an aggressive compound that easily removes P800 grit and finer sand scratches and oxidation.Features & Benefits: For use on gel coats...
Edgeless Microfiber Cloths - 5 PackWhen an absorbent cloth is an answer to your cleaning and drying needs, the Presta Edgeless Microfiber cloth is the solution.Features: Edgeless Absorbent...
X-14 Heavy-Duty Cleaning Wipes *35-PackX-14 Heavy Duty Cleaning Wipes are versatile dual-sided cleaning towels that clean heavy soils and scrub away grime.Designed to be used on hard surfaces...
X-14 Mildew Professional Stain Remover - 32ozX-14 Professional Mildew Stain Remover instantly cleans and removes the toughest stains.This slightly stronger, the bleach-based formula penetrates deep and works without...
Blue Blended Wool Double Sided Quick Connect Polishing PadBlended wool, soft polish pad effectively removes swirls from fresh paint, choose the size and connection type to fit your...
Heavy Duty Citrus Degreaser - 15ozProduct DetailsExtra strong aerosol degreaser for removing black streaks, grease, and grime.Features & Benefits Great for cleaning industrial molds, gel coats and production...
Ultra Cutting Creme Light - GallonThe perfect compound for light damage and swirls. Less aggressive than our best-selling Ultra Cutting Creme. Follow with Presta Swirl Remover for a...
Ultra Cutting Creme Light - 32oz The perfect compound for light damage and swirls. Less aggressive than our best-selling Ultra Cutting Creme. Follow with Presta Swirl Remover for...
Shop Presta, professional-grade boat detailing. Presta compounds, polishes, and waxes cut oxidation, restore deep gloss, and protect gelcoat, the products detailers reach for to bring a dull, weathered finish back to life and keep it protected.
Presta is a name detailers trust for bringing gelcoat back to life. The line covers cutting compounds that remove oxidation and surface damage, polishes that refine and restore deep gloss, and waxes and sealants that protect the finish from UV and the elements. Formulated for professional results on marine gelcoat and fiberglass, Presta products give you the system to take a dull, chalky, weathered hull and restore it to a clean, glossy, protected finish. For boaters serious about their boat's appearance, or anyone tackling a heavy oxidation job, Presta delivers the cutting power and finish quality the pros rely on.
Restoring a finish follows a sequence with the right product at each step. Start by assessing the oxidation, then use a cutting compound aggressive enough to remove the damaged layer, step down to a finer polish to refine and bring up the gloss, and finish with a wax or sealant to protect. Match the compound's cut to how oxidized the gelcoat is, and use proper pads and a polisher for best results. Always follow the directions. Review the product details to build your routine. With Presta, you restore and protect your boat's finish like a professional.
A cutting compound removes oxidation and surface damage with more aggressive cut, while a polish refines the surface and restores deep gloss with finer abrasives. Use compound first to cut the damage, then polish to bring up the shine.
Match the compound's cut to how oxidized the gelcoat is. Heavy oxidation needs an aggressive cutting compound, while light dullness needs only a fine polish. Start with the least aggressive that does the job to preserve the gelcoat.
A dual-action or rotary polisher with proper pads makes compounding and polishing faster and more effective than by hand, especially on a heavily oxidized hull. It also gives a more even finish. Use the right pad and product for each step.
