Pads matter!!  If you are using the wrong pad, you can damage your paint, or it will prevent you from getting the job done properly.  Using a machine for paint correction can be a daunting task, using the correct combination of pads and product is very important.  for more information on product types, please click here.

Below is an explanation  of our Lake Country Pads.  These choices apply to both the CCS and Flat pads in 4",  5.5", and 6.5".

The other brands may have a different colour scheme, please pay attention to the cut type, or give us a call if you have any questions.  (1-888-392-8766)

	Yellow Cutting Foam - Use this pad to apply compounds to remove severe oxidation, swirls, and scratches. It is the most aggressive and is generally to   be used on oxidized and damaged finishes. Always follow this pad with an orange or white pad and a fine polish to refine the paint until it is smooth. Yellow pads are often used on gel coat or fiberglass, not usually on automotive paint.
	Orange Light Cutting Pad - Firm, high density foam for scratches and small defect removal. Use this pad with compounds and swirl removers. It’s a light cutting pad that will work on most light to moderate imperfections. Orange pads will need to be followed with a polish.
	White Polishing Pad - Softer foam, for the application of polishes, all in one products, and light compounds. This pad has very light cutting power making it  perfect for pre-wax cleaners. This versatile pad is used often used after the Yellow/Orange Pad to remove the haze
	Green Polishing/All in One Pad - Use this foam to apply one-step cleaner waxes. It is a balance of polishing and finishing that is perfect for all-in-one product application.  An All in One Product refers to a product that both polishes and protects.
	Black Finishing Foam - This waxing pad has very little polishing properties. It is recommended to use with a carnauba wax.  The black CCS pad is used to  apply thin, even coats of waxes, sealants, and glazes.
	Blue Finessing Pad - The blue paint sealant  pad has soft composition for applying glaze, finishing polish, sealants, and liquid waxes. The Blue foam is extremely soft and used as the final step in paint correction.

For a glossary of frequently used terms when correcting or polishing please read our blog on Car Care Terminology.

The above is an understanding of teh Lake Country Pads, and the uses for each pad.  Other Pad Manufacturers we now carry are listed below: