Choosing the Right Metal Polish: Micron One, Five or Nine?

Not all metal polishes are designed for the same job. Choosing the right polish comes down to one simple question: how delicate or how weathered is the surface you are working on?

Our Micron range is designed to make that choice easy.

Micron One is our finest polish and is made for delicate surfaces where clarity and shine matter most. It is ideal for newly plated chrome, precious metals and tapware, where a gentle polishing action is needed to preserve the surface while delivering a very high-gloss finish. Because it is such a fine polish, its ability to remove heavy oxidation is limited. It is best suited to special situations where careful handling is more important than aggressive cutting.

Micron Five is our general-purpose metal polish and the best starting point for most everyday jobs. It works well on stainless steel, regularly used chrome, boat railings, cleats, trim, automotive brightwork, and even household items such as pots, pans and stainless steel cutlery. With a medium abrasive particle size, it offers a good balance of cut and finish, making it ideal for removing light oxidation while restoring shine.

Micron Nine is the heaviest-cut polish in the range and is designed for more demanding restoration work. It is the best choice for removing heavier oxidation, corrosion and dullness from neglected metal surfaces. It also works well as a first-step polish when bringing mill-finish or brushed stainless steel up to a bright mirror finish. Its broader abrasive particle distribution helps maximise cutting action, making it effective on chrome, brass, copper and aluminium.

In simple terms:
Use Micron One for delicate surfaces, Micron Five for general polishing, and Micron Nine when you need real cutting power to tackle corrosion or restore heavily weathered metal.

Choosing the right polish first saves time, improves results and helps you get the best finish from every surface.

Written by Mark Nolde April 2026