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Chemical Guys HEX-Logic Medium Light Polishing Pad White 5.5in

Medium-light Hex-Logic foam polishing pad

Chemical Guys HEX-Logic Medium Light Polishing Pad White 5.5in

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Chemical Guys HEX-Logic Medium Light Polishing Pad White 5.5in Chemical Guys HEX-Logic Medium Light Polishing Pad White 5.5in £12.99
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  • Refines paint after heavy compounding
  • Removes haze, holograms and light marring
  • Clears buffer trails before protection
  • Medium-soft foam for final polishing
  • Hex-Logic grooves spread polish evenly
  • Precision Port vent releases centre heat
  • Rounded profile flexes into contours
  • 5.5in pad with hook and loop backing
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About Hex-logic Polishing Pads

The brand new Hex-Logic polishing pads are redesigned and revamped for better polishing performance and a more comfortable experience. The White Hex-Logic Heavy Polishing Pad finishes to restore reflection, clarity, and depth after cutting away heavy swirls and scratches with a cutting pad. Upon introduction, Hex-Logic Polishing Pads quickly became the go-to buffing pads for detailing professionals and hardcore enthusiasts. Detailers loved the even spread and cutting power of the unique Hex-Logic grooves, and they soon applied it to every step from heavy compounding, to fine polishing, and finishing with the perfect coat of wax. Machine polishing is the only process that permanently removes and repairs paint swirls, scratches, and other defects. Similar to exfoliating skin, the polishing machine spins the polishing pad and compound on the surface to physically remove "dead" layers of paint.

The new Hex-Logic pads are engineered with the finest and most durable detailing foams, hook and loop interface, and V-cut channels to increase airflow and cooling characteristics. Hex-Logic engineers rounded the profile of the pad for improved flex into curves and contours and smoother polishing performance. New materials and manufacturing processes improve airflow to cool foam pads and reduce the wear and tear that rips pad foam from the backing material.

The new and improved pad design builds on the tried-and-true dependability and effectiveness of the Hex-Logic concept, and takes detailing to the next level.

More in Medium Cut Foam Pads.

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Key features

  • Polishing Pad
  • Medium-Soft Foam
  • 5.5in Diameter
  • Vented Centre
  • Hex-Logic Grooves

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Expert Notes

The Chemical Guys White Hex-Logic pad is a 5.5in medium-light polishing pad for the refining stage of paint correction. Its medium-soft foam follows heavier cutting with Orange or Yellow pads, and with a fine finishing polish it removes the haze, holograms and light marring that compounding leaves behind. Hex-Logic grooves and V-cut channels spread polish evenly and help with cooling, a Precision Port vent hole releases heat from the centre, and the rounded profile flexes into curves. It suits enthusiasts and detailers running a two-stage correction on a machine polisher. Pair it with a fine finishing polish, a matching hook and loop backing plate, a pad cleaner, clean microfibre towels and a wax or sealant to finish.

Perfect For / Suitable Surfaces

  • Paintwork after compounding
  • Hazed or marred paintwork
  • Bonnets and roofs
  • Doors and wings
  • Boot lids and tailgates
  • Painted bumpers
  • Curved panels and contours

Caution: Machine polishing removes a thin layer of clear coat. Check paint thickness on older or repaired panels and test the pad and polish combination on a small area first.

Technical Specifications

Product Type
Foam Polishing Pad
Brand
Chemical Guys
Range
Hex-Logic
Size
5.5in
Colour
White
Foam
Medium-Soft Foam
Surface Pattern
Hex-Logic Grooves With V-Cut Channels
Cut Level
Medium-Light Polishing
Ventilation
Precision Port Vent Hole
Backing
Hook And Loop
Use
Refining Paint After Compounding

How To Use

Using it

  1. Wash, decontaminate and dry the vehicle, then mask off trim and rubber seals.
  2. Centre the pad on a hook and loop backing plate that suits a 5.5in pad.
  3. Prime the pad face with a few small dots of fine finishing polish.
  4. Work a small section at a time with slow, overlapping passes and steady pressure.
  5. Wipe off residue with a clean microfibre towel and inspect the paint under good light.
  6. Repeat only where haze or holograms remain, then protect the paint with wax or sealant.

Cleaning and storage

  1. Brush or blow out the pad face between sections to clear spent polish.
  2. Wash the pad in warm water with a dedicated pad cleaner after use.
  3. Rinse until the water runs clear, then squeeze it out without wringing the foam.
  4. Dry it face down at room temperature, away from direct heat.
  5. Store it in a sealed bag, apart from cutting pads and finishing pads.

Top Tip: Use this pad after an orange or yellow cutting pad, pairing it with a fine finishing polish to refine the paint.

Performance Benefits

  • Restores gloss, clarity and reflection
  • Lightly removes remaining swirls
  • Leaves a smooth, swirl-free finish
  • Refines with minimal polish use
  • Keeps consistent contact with the paint
  • Helps extend pad life

Frequently Asked Questions

Where does the white pad fit in a polishing routine?

The White Hex-Logic pad is the refining step after heavy compounding. Chemical Guys recommends following Orange or Yellow cutting pads with it, then moving on to sealant or wax.

What defects will it remove?

Paired with a fine finishing polish, it removes the haze, holograms and light marring that heavy polishing leaves behind. Chemical Guys also lists light swirl removal and eliminating buffer trails.

What size is this pad?

This White Hex-Logic pad is 5.5in in diameter, with a hook and loop backing that attaches to a matching backing plate.

How firm is the foam?

The White Hex-Logic pad uses medium-soft foam, which Chemical Guys describes as ideal for the final polishing stages.

What does the vent hole do?

The Precision Port vent hole helps dissipate heat from the centre of the pad. Chemical Guys says this extends pad life and keeps performance consistent during polishing.

What polish should I use with it?

Use a fine finishing polish with the White Hex-Logic pad. For heavier defects, cut first with a harder pad and compound, then refine with this pad.

How do I clean it?

Wash it in warm water with a dedicated pad cleaner, rinse until the water runs clear and squeeze out the excess. Let it dry face down away from direct heat.

HQ Suggests Tips & Insights

  1. Test the pad and polish combination on a small area first.
  2. Use it after compounding to clear haze and holograms.
  3. Keep machine speed and pressure steady for an even finish.
  4. Clean the pad face between sections to stop polish building up.
  5. Check the backing plate never overhangs the edge of the pad.
  6. Inspect the paint under good light before moving to protection.
  7. Seal or wax the paint once refining is complete.
  8. Order online with UK-wide delivery from The Drivers HQ.

The Brand

Chemical Guys

Chemical Guys is an American car care brand, operated by Smart, LLC and based in Torrance, California. It combines car care chemicals with detailing education and a community of enthusiasts, and its stated mission includes making professional-style results achievable at home through clear instruction. Its lines include the Hex-Logic polishing pads, Mr. Pink shampoo and a long list of air freshener scents.

At The Drivers HQ we stock Chemical Guys online with UK delivery and in our Ilkeston shop: Hex-Logic and Hex-Logic Quantum pads, shampoos, waxes and detailers, interior cleaners, wash mitts and a wide choice of air fresheners. Popular choices include the Hex-Logic Light Polishing Pad, the Quantum Buffing Pad in red and Mr. Pink shampoo.

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Chemical Guys HEX-Logic pads in red, white, orange and black on a black display plinth, the red Quantum pad showing its printed back

Hex-Logic polishing pads by colour

Chemical Guys colour-codes its Hex-Logic pads by task, so choose the colour for the job. The Hex-Logic Quantum pads have laser-cut hexagonal grooves and a central Precision Port opening, which Chemical Guys says reduce heat, friction and wear.

Start with the least aggressive pad that removes the defect. Shop more polishing pads.

Chemical Guys red HEX-Logic Quantum pad on a dual action polisher on red paint, with the black Quantum pad held ready

Chemical Guys wash, protection, interior and air fresheners

Shampoos. Mr. Pink is a pH-balanced shampoo that Chemical Guys says is safe on existing protection, used in a bucket, foam gun or foam cannon; its dose is 1 to 3oz (about 30 to 90ml) in a 5 gallon (about 19 litre) bucket. Maxi-Suds II comes original, Grape Fusion and Strawberry Clear. Also Glossworkz, Clean Slate, Stripper Suds and, for matte paint, Meticulous Matte Auto Wash with its Detailer & Spray Sealant.

Waterless, waxes and protection. Swift Wipe, EcoSmart and EcoSmart RU waterless washes; Butter Wet Wax, Cherry Wet Wax and Instawax; After Wash; HydroView ceramic glass cleaner and coating; Wax Coat Wheel Guard; Heavy Duty Water Spot Remover; and Wipe Out surface cleanser.

Dressings and interior. Silk Shine, Clear Liquid Extreme Shine and Barebones for the undercarriage; inside, InnerClean, the Leather Quick Detailer, Foaming Citrus Fabric Clean and Lightning Fast Stain Extractor.

Mitts and tools. Bear Claw mitt and pad, chenille mitts in black and blue, the Stiffy Brush, the Soft Stool detailing cart and a logo bucket sticker.

Air fresheners. Scents include New Car Smell, Signature Scent, Black Frost, Leather Scent, Fresh Cherry Blast, Chuy Bubble Gum (also hanging), Fresh Glazed Doughnut, Buttered Up, Honeydew, Fresh Slice Watermelon, Fresh Cut Grass, JDM Fresh Citrus Squash, Mangocello, Mom's Pound Cake, Pina Colada, Purple Stuff Grape, Rides and Coffee, Stay Fresh Baby Powder, Vanilla Bean and Warm American Apple Pie.

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