If it is a metal flake finish it is probably an automotive acrylic or
urethane laquer. You will get better results with an automotive rubbing
compound and a medium speed buffer.

Tyger wrote:
I have a metalic paint on my boat. What do I need to clean the paint
and get back the original shine and make the flakes sparkle again.

--
Glenn Ashmore

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