Follow our step-by-step guide for stainless steel.
Read: How to Achieve a Mirror Finish on Stainless Steel
Abrasives
£5.76 incl VAT
Metal Polishing Compounds
Price range: £9.01 through £47.58 incl VAT
Metal Polishing Compounds
Small 4×1 Polishing Compound Bars – Lea Cutting & Finishing Bars for All Materials
£2.51 incl VAT
Polishing Stainless Steel in Stages
| Stage | Compounds | Mop |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy cut | Ferrocut 3050, Abracut, Titan, Menzerna 456G | Firm, such as sisal |
| Balanced cut | Senior 4040, 1st Stage Coarse Cutting Compounds | Firm to medium |
| Mirror finish | 3rd Stage Mirror Finishing Compounds, including Menzerna P175 and M5 | Soft |
| Final clean and lustre | Super Chrome and Stainless Steel Polish | Soft cloth or mop |
Clean the part between stages and use a separate mop for each compound. For small jobs, the Small 4x1 Compound Bars include options for ferrous metals.
Weld Discolouration
Heat tint around stainless steel welds should be removed before polishing. Antox 71-E Pickling Paste removes heat tint and oxide scale and re-passivates the surface to restore corrosion resistance.
Further reading: Polishing Stainless Steel and How to Achieve a Mirror Finish on Stainless Steel.
Need Help Choosing a Stainless Steel Compound?
If you are unsure which product is right for the job, contact Moleroda with details of the workpiece material, its current surface condition, the machine or tool you are using and the finish you need.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What is the best polishing compound for stainless steel?
There is no single compound for every stage. Start with a high-cut bar such as Ferrocut 3050 or Abracut on a sisal mop, then finish with a mirror compound from the 3rd Stage range.
How do I get a mirror finish on stainless steel?
Prepare with abrasives, cut with a high-cut compound, refine, then finish with a mirror compound on a soft mop, cleaning between each stage. See our mirror finish guide.
Can these compounds be used on other metals?
Several can. Menzerna 456G and Senior 4040 also suit non-ferrous metals. Check each product page for suitable materials.