How to use rubbing compounds for a smooth scale model finish

Rubbing compounds will help you transform that fine orange peel to a glossy, smooth-as-glass result. You will probably need multiple applications of the coarsest grade of compound on each surface to start. But after you have smoothed surface, the following fine and finish rubbing compound applications go quickly. Finish with swirl remover and model-compatible wax, and you’re done!

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The 3M 5973, Rubbing Compound is a specially designed medium cutting compound for rubbing out 1200, 1500, and 2000 sanding scratches in automotive paints including clearcoats. 3M 5973 Rubbing Compound produces minimal compound swirl marks while buffing to a high gloss. When followed by the 3M Perfect-It Foam Polishing Pad Glaze, (i.e. 5995, 5996) this two step system delivers a show-car luster in record time.

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