Restoring a Polished Matte Finish

**cb242** · 04-01-2015, 05:32 PM

Hi All,

I'm looking to restore a small polished spot on a matte black motorcycle frame. I had a small blemish where a cable was rubbing on the frame and after rerouting the cable, I attempted to correct the spot using Meguiars ultra polish followed by ultimate wax I removed the small blemish but now I've got a glossy section on my frame. If anyone has any information or suggestions, please post. I'll try and post a few photos tonight.

Cheers!

**FUNX650** · 04-01-2015, 05:45 PM

You removed a surface finish:
I know of no product, save a re-spray,
that will put it back on.

Bob
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Food for thought:

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**cb242** · 04-01-2015, 06:54 PM

I'm not sure if it matters...but the matte surface is clear coated. I was thinking that maybe there was a way to bring down the shine a bit.

**FUNX650** · 04-01-2015, 07:01 PM

Originally Posted by cb242

I'm not sure if it matters...but the matte surface is clear coated. I was thinking that maybe there was a way to bring down the shine a bit.

If it's a matte clear-coat...doubt it.

IMO:
The more it's rubbed on, the shinier it'll get.

Bob

**cb242** · 04-01-2015, 07:21 PM

That's what I figured...I believe it is called eggshell clear. I think that's got just a small amount of shine to it. Thanks for sharing your thoughts.

**top189h** · 04-01-2015, 08:14 PM

My best guess would be to try a paint safe apc to strip what wax and polishing oils may still be on there. Past that there isn't anything I know of since polishing a matte surface is actually leveling a surface that isn't supposed to be level.

Mike Phillips · 04-02-2015, 06:29 AM

Would it be worth lightly rubbing the area with something like a Scotchbrite pad?

**parttimer** · 04-02-2015, 08:06 AM

I second Mike, or like 4000 grit, just something to knock the shine off.

**cb242** · 04-02-2015, 10:12 AM

Thanks guys. I'll try the sctochright. I think I'll start with the grey. I think that's the finest grade I have.

**cb242** · 04-03-2015, 06:55 PM

I think the scotch brite method did a good job cutting the shine. The area no longer sticks out like a sore thumb. I took a few before pics but I couldn't get any good after photos. Hopefully we'll have a sunny day and I'll get to check the results again soon. Thanks guys!