polírozni

Polírozni is a Hungarian verb meaning to make a surface smooth and glossy by controlled abrasion. The related noun, polírozás, refers to the process of polishing, while polírozó can denote a tool or person that polishes. The term is borrowed from Latin and French roots in the sense of refining a surface to enhance its reflectivity.

Polishing is used on a wide range of materials, including metals (such as steel and aluminum), glass, stone (like marble and granite), wood, and plastics. In metalworking and jewelry, polishing removes microscopic scratches and impurities to achieve a high gloss, sometimes a mirror finish. In automotive applications, polishing refines paint and clear coats to improve depth and reflectivity. Stone polishing uses diamond-impregnated abrasives and specialized pads, while wood polishing may involve waxes, oils, or varnishes following mechanical smoothing.

The typical polishing process involves several stages: cleaning and degreasing the surface, removing deeper imperfections with coarser abrasives, and progressively refining the surface with finer grits. A polishing compound or paste is often applied, and a buffing wheel or soft cloth provides the final sheen. Depending on the desired finish, operators may stop at a satin or matt result by choosing appropriate abrasives and pad textures, or pursue a high-gloss mirror finish with additional finishing steps and compounds.

Safety considerations include protecting the eyes and lungs from dust, using proper ventilation, and following material-specific guidelines for handling abrasives and polishing compounds.