The short answer is one bottle of our metal polish and cleaner will fully polish 10-12 applications to cars where metal is the prominently noticeable surface. The same goes for motorcycles, but 15-18 of those in quantity. For the real men who are semi-truck enthusiasts, you’ll get 4-5 full applications out of each bottle.

Click here to read more about why viscosity of the metal polish you are using matters, and why Sheen Genie is a head above the rest in this particular category.

The metal polish and cleaner is completely buffer compatible. Just to be clear, we are saying that you don’t need a buffer in most situations, however, if you’d like to use one, then yes, Sheen Genie will work. We recommend using a buffer on metals where oxidation or surface build up is extreme. This can help speed up the process of restoration. Older metal parts with heavy build up can be removed simply by applying the polish with a terry cloth towel; however, a buffer can allow the polish to be spread at faster speeds which ultimately gives you faster results. On smaller surfaces such as wheels, valve cover, or exhaust a buffing wheel will not save any time.

Surface rust is actually one of the main reasons why we invented Sheen Genie metal polish and cleaner. The surface rust typically comes from road salt, chemicals, acid rain, mud, but mostly from just being exposed to oxygen and moisture. Rust is just a mild form of corrosion from oxidation. How our formula works is by penetrating the surface rust down to the connecting layer of buildup. It releases the bonds of the rust from the smoothest parts of the metal, therefore exposing the original surface once again. Sheen Genie remains moist and the rust absorbs the moisture from the compound much more quickly than it will re-oxidize, keeping the surface clean and free of corrosion. Typically you’ll find optimal results from just the first application, however, if some of the corrosion remains, just give it a second application and you should be very satisfied with results. You’ll notice a new, smooth, glossy surface that should bring a smile to your face.

Click this link to learn more about what causes metals to oxidize or rust.

It depends on if you follow the complete metal polish system instructions. If you choose not to apply the sealer/repellant then you’re going to be relying on the particular metal you’re applying it to and how well it was plated or produced originally. Smoother metals will typically last longer. Highly polished aluminum surfaces without the sealer will typically last a month before any sign of hazing. However, other softer metals such as stainless steel may only last 2 weeks. This is a huge reason we recommend using our sealer and repellant. Our sealer will fill in fine scratches and produce a clear coat protection that keeps your high gloss finish for up to 6 months with each application. This sealer will actually keep the metal from meeting the moisture and oxygen in the atmosphere which causes corrosion..

Our high gloss all metal polish and cleaner is different for many different reasons. Below are just a couple of big ones.

1. We use absolutely no abrasives. Abrasives are designed to scratch the surface to remove oxidation. This also wears down your metal and will remove the protective surface that was put there on purpose for looks and gloss.
2. We don’t use petroleum solvents or gels. This can typically leave a residue behind which will allow for collection of dust and unwanted micro debris. This will ultimately scratch the surface. The only way to get rid of this residue is to buffer and wipe repeatedly.
3. Our products are all water based. That’s right. It goes on, does it’s job to remove oxidation, and wipes off immediately without residue or scratching. Have you ever used an oil based paint versus a water based paint? Do you know how much easier it is to clean the water based paint out of your brush? The same principle applies here. It’s just simple.
4. Our metal polish and cleaner has the perfect viscosity. Not too thick and not to watered down. Just right.
5. No buffing, or buffer wheels required. Just wipe on and moments later, wipe off. It was designed to be easy.

We have over 30 advanced ingredients, each injected into the formula for common problems you’ll find with your metal surfaces today. Consider that most polishes have a 40:60 % ratio 40% abrasives and 60% petroleum. Abrasives scratch and the oil base creates an excessive amount of surface residue that prematurely will haze the finish.

Keep in mind that Sheen Genie was started and created originally for the automotive industry. However, we’ve heard from hundreds of our customers about how well it works on other metal items around the house and shop. Honestly, we haven’t found any true metal surfaces that it doesn’t to a fantastic job on yet. Of all the comments we’ve received, these 8 surfaces are what continue to be mentioned over and over again: Chrome Stainless Steel Aluminum Nickel Gold Silver Copper Brass If you know of anything that you’ve tried and would like to let us know, please contact us here on the website, or on our Facebook page or Google + profile and make sure that we’re aware. As always, we love pictures, so please submit those too!