Yacht Brite Pro Polish

However, said Shurhold, - the maker of the Yacht Brite range of boat cleaning products, - polish is much more effective than wax in adding years to the life of a boat's finish.

Shurhold said that while waxes are organically based, the company's Yacht Brite Pro Polish is polymer based, which fills in the pores of a boat's surface.

Wax, said Shurhold, only seals the surface, trapping air and causing the fibreglass to yellow over time, while polish creates a UV-shielding protective shell that still allows the fibreglass to breathe. With a higher melting point and better abrasion resistance, polish has a much higher level of durability, said the company.

In one easy step, Shurhold said Pro Polish produces a glossy finish while protecting against sun, salt, acid rain and other harsh environmental elements, and not only is the polish faster and more convenient to apply, it's also more economical. The company said Pro Polish is formulated with cosmetic-grade ingredients and doesn't contain talc or fillers, like wax.

Polish removes existing micro-contamination in the pores of a boat's surface, said Shurhold, and this elimination, followed by the application of a sealant, enormously slows down the oxidation process to prolong the life of a boat's surface.

The manufacturer said Pro Polish is safe and effective on fibreglass and gelcoat exterior surfaces, clear coat and painted surfaces, glass, plastic, plexiglass, and stainless steel railings.

Shurhold's Pro Polish is available in a range of sizes from 473ml up to 3.8lt.

Dedicated to educating boat owners, Shurhold said it offers a free guide of key tips for boat-value preservation at www.shurhold.com/tips.

For further information, phone Major Yacht Services, Gladesville, NSW, on (02) 9879 4072, email: info@majoryachtservices.com.au, or visit www.shurhold.com