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product_id: 42859584
title: "Perfect-It Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound + Wax, 36106, 1 Quart, One-Step Process, P1500 and Finer Scratches, Fiberglass Oxidation Remover for Boats and RVs"
brand: "3m"
price: "$U5295"
currency: UYU
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "3 M"
url: https://www.desertcart.uy/products/42859584-perfect-it-gelcoat-medium-cutting-compound-wax-36106-1-quart
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# Safe & optimized for gelcoat & fiberglass One-step compound + wax formula P1500 grit medium cutting power Perfect-It Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound + Wax, 36106, 1 Quart, One-Step Process, P1500 and Finer Scratches, Fiberglass Oxidation Remover for Boats and RVs

**Brand:** 3m
**Price:** $U5295
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚤 Restore your ride’s shine like the pros—fast, flawless, and ready to hit the water!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Perfect-It Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound + Wax, 36106, 1 Quart, One-Step Process, P1500 and Finer Scratches, Fiberglass Oxidation Remover for Boats and RVs by 3m
- **How much does it cost?** $U5295 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.uy](https://www.desertcart.uy/products/42859584-perfect-it-gelcoat-medium-cutting-compound-wax-36106-1-quart)

## Best For

- 3m enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted 3m brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Marine-Safe Formula:** Scientifically designed to protect and restore boats and RV fiberglass without damage.
- • **Long-Lasting Wetness:** Stays moist on pads and surfaces for uninterrupted, efficient compounding.
- • **Versatile Application:** Use with rotary buffers or by hand for precision on small or large areas.
- • **Complete Care Ecosystem:** Part of 3M’s Perfect-It family for tailored maintenance from heavy cutting to high-gloss finishing.
- • **Pro-Grade One-Step Refinement:** Cut, polish, and wax gelcoat surfaces in a single, time-saving application.

## Overview

3M Perfect-It Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound + Wax is a professional-grade marine product that removes moderate oxidation, P1500 and finer scratches, and weathering from gelcoat and fiberglass surfaces. Its unique one-step formula combines cutting compound and durable wax, delivering a glossy, protective finish ideal for boats and RVs. Designed for use with rotary buffers or by hand, it stays wet longer for efficient application and is part of a comprehensive 3M Perfect-It boat care system trusted by professionals.

## Description

Our 3M Perfect-It Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound + Wax features a fast-cutting formula that removes moderate oxidation weathering, dulling, chalking and scratches from gelcoat surfaces. Excellent for boats, watercraft and RVs, this professional-grade marine compound also includes a durable wax – you can often compound and wax in one easy step with no polish required. This 3M marine compound is formulated to stay wet for a long time on the compounding pad and on the surface, so you don’t have to stop compounding as often to change pads or apply more material. It leaves a glossy finish that helps protect against weathering. 3M Perfect-It Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound + Wax is part of a family of gelcoat finishing products. 3M Perfect-It Boat Wash, 3M Perfect-It Gelcoat Heavy Cutting Compound, 3M Perfect-It Gelcoat Light Cutting Polish + Wax and 3M Perfect-It Boat Wax are all available for every type of boat and RV maintenance. Use with any 3M yellow wool polishing pad.

Review: Excellent Performance – Consistent, Reliable, and True to Description - We use the 3M Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound in our fiberglass pool manufacturing, and it consistently delivers excellent results. It’s highly efficient for polishing gelcoat surfaces, fine scratches, and dullness with minimal effort. This compound lives up to its description—easy to apply, spreads evenly, and buffs out smoothly to a clean, high-gloss finish. It saves us time and labor while still achieving the professional look our customers expect. We’ve tried other products in the past, but 3M’s formula is reliable and consistent, making it our go-to choice in the shop. Whether it's final detailing or restoring shine after surface prep, this product performs exactly as it should. Highly recommended for anyone working with gelcoat surfaces who needs professional-level polishing and lasting shine.
Review: Kills water spots! - Great 3M product. I used this product on a Ski Nautique boat fiberglass gel coat that had hard water mineral spots that were very visible on a black stripe and also a red stripe along the sides of the boat from the stern to the bow. I used a variable speed electric rotary buffer at lower speeds and applied the 3M Medium Cutting Compound and buffed it until the material was pretty much worked in. I was able to remove all of the hard water mineral spots so that the gel coat is now smooth any shiny. I buffed the boat in cooler temperatures in the low 60’s so that I had plenty of working time. Absolutely the best cutting and polishing compound that I have ever used at a very reasonable price point.

## Features

- USE WHAT THE PROS USE - Refine, polish and wax gelcoat in one step, so you can get back on the water or the road.Fit Type: Universal Fit
- SAFE FOR GELCOATS AND FIBERGLASS – Marine compound and wax is scientifically formulated for boats and RVs
- BALANCED FORMULA – Removes moderate oxidation and scratches, ideal for compounding gelcoats
- EASY TO USE – Apply using a rotary buffer with a yellow 3M wool polishing pad; can also be applied by hand for small areas
- PART OF A FAMILY OF BOAT CARE PRODUCTS – Choose 3M Perfect-It Heavy Cutting Compound for heavier oxidation, Light Cutting Polish for light polishing and Boat Wax for high-gloss shine
- Fit type: Universal Fit

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01MXYXEL3 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #14,775 in Automotive ( See Top 100 in Automotive ) #40 in Polishing & Rubbing Compounds |
| Brand | 3M |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (1,231) |
| Date First Available | November 14, 2014 |
| Exterior | Machined |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00051131361065 |
| Grit Material | Aluminum Oxide |
| Grit Number | 1500 |
| Grit Type | Medium |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 2.3 pounds |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 11.2 x 9.2 x 8.5 inches |
| Item model number | 36106 |
| Manufacturer | Perfect-It |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 36106 |
| Material | Mixed |
| Model | 3M 36106 Perfect-It Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound Plus Wax - Quart |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 11.2 x 9.2 x 8.5 inches |
| Set Name | Perfect-It |
| UPC | 051131361065 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** 3M
- **Grit Material:** Aluminum Oxide
- **Grit Type:** Medium
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 11.2 x 9.2 x 8.5 inches
- **Material:** Mixed

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do you know if you need the light or medium compound?**
A: Thank you for your question! The 3M 36106 Perfect-It Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound + Wax is formulated to remove moderate oxidation, weathering, dulling, and scratches as coarse as P1000 from gelcoat surfaces; leaving a high gloss wax finish. In contrast, the 3M 36110 Perfect-It Gelcoat Light Cutting Polish + Wax  is designed to remove light to medium oxidation, swirl marks and scratches of P1500 or finer; leaving a smooth, high gloss wax finish. Oxidation of gelcoat surfaces can be assessed by the degree to which the white “chalk” transfers to the fingertip upon touch. Typically, light oxidation has virtually no transfer of the white “chalk” upon touch; whereas medium to moderate oxidation has partial/more substantial (although not heavy) transfer upon touch.

**Q: can you use on fiberglass tub?**
A: I used it on a fiberglass boat and it worked great. I would think u should but I would ask a store that sells tubs.

**Q: Will this damage vinyl stickers (boat name & registration numbers)? Should I tape these areas off before buffing?**
A: Thank you for your question! The 3M 36107 Perfect-It Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound + Wax should not be put over any kind of decals, striping, vinyl stickers, etc.

**Q: What are the exact directions for using this product?**
A: Wash very clean whatever you are working on (getcoat). Work in the shade defiantly. Tried in the sun, was tough to get off but came off. If possible use a buffer/polisher for ease. Pretty simple. I applied another gelcoat wax over. It works great on light to mid-medium jobs.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Performance – Consistent, Reliable, and True to Description
*by D***. on June 4, 2025*

We use the 3M Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound in our fiberglass pool manufacturing, and it consistently delivers excellent results. It’s highly efficient for polishing gelcoat surfaces, fine scratches, and dullness with minimal effort. This compound lives up to its description—easy to apply, spreads evenly, and buffs out smoothly to a clean, high-gloss finish. It saves us time and labor while still achieving the professional look our customers expect. We’ve tried other products in the past, but 3M’s formula is reliable and consistent, making it our go-to choice in the shop. Whether it's final detailing or restoring shine after surface prep, this product performs exactly as it should. Highly recommended for anyone working with gelcoat surfaces who needs professional-level polishing and lasting shine.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Kills water spots!
*by K***S on December 29, 2025*

Great 3M product. I used this product on a Ski Nautique boat fiberglass gel coat that had hard water mineral spots that were very visible on a black stripe and also a red stripe along the sides of the boat from the stern to the bow. I used a variable speed electric rotary buffer at lower speeds and applied the 3M Medium Cutting Compound and buffed it until the material was pretty much worked in. I was able to remove all of the hard water mineral spots so that the gel coat is now smooth any shiny. I buffed the boat in cooler temperatures in the low 60’s so that I had plenty of working time. Absolutely the best cutting and polishing compound that I have ever used at a very reasonable price point.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Finding the right grit cutting polish, and finishing with your finish polish
*by M***R on December 16, 2025*

This worked perfectly. I had squirrel marks on a black truck from car washes and this took the squirrel marks out and put a glaze finish on my paint.

## Frequently Bought Together

- 3M Perfect-It Gelcoat Medium Cutting Compound + Wax, 36106, 1 Quart, One-Step Process, P1500 and Finer Scratches, Fiberglass Oxidation Remover for Boats and RVs
- 3M Perfect-It Gelcoat Heavy Cutting Compound, 36102, 1 Quart, Fiberglass Oxidation Remover for Boats and RVs
- 3M Perfect-It Gelcoat Light Cutting Polish + Wax, 36110, 1 Quart, One-Step Process, Removes Scratches and Swirls, Light Oxidation Remover for Boats and RVs

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*Last updated: 2026-01-24*