Mirka Marine Surface Finishing Systems

From heavy sanding to high-gloss finishing — complete systems for fiberglass, gelcoat, and marine coatings.

About Mirka

Mirka Ltd is a global leader in abrasives technology, delivering complete sanding and polishing systems designed to improve surface quality, efficiency, and profitability.

  • ISO 9001 – Quality Assurance
  • ISO 14001 – Environmental Management
  • OHSAS 18001 – Occupational Safety

Perfect Surfaces for Tough Marine Conditions

Marine environments demand durability. Salt, UV exposure, and moisture constantly attack gelcoat and coatings. Mirka systems are engineered to deliver long-lasting finishes while improving efficiency and consistency.

  • Better surface quality
  • Dust-free sanding = cleaner jobs
  • Improved worker safety
  • Faster production times

Mirka Marine Finishing Guide (Interactive)

This interactive guide shows Mirka’s full sanding and polishing systems. Scroll through the catalog above or continue below for simplified workflows and product recommendations from Fiberglass Florida.

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Mirka Marine Process Videos

Plug & Mould Sanding and Finishing

Sanding System

  • Abranet Ace – high-performance net abrasive
  • Abranet Ace HD – heavy-duty sanding
  • Galaxy – long-life film abrasive

Finishing System

  • Abralon – foam-backed finishing abrasive
  • Microstar – topcoat correction
  • Polarshine Marine – polishing system

Mould Gelcoat Sanding Process

  • 600 → 800 → 1200 → 2000 grit
  • Abralon 3000 wet sanding
  • Heavy Cut → Fine → Final Polish

Polishing Process

  • Heavy Cut + Wool Pad
  • Fine Compound + Foam Pad
  • Polarshine 12 Black for dark colors

Production Gelcoat Process

  • 240 → 320 → 500 grit
  • 800 → 1000 finish sanding
  • Heavy Cut → Fine polish

Topcoat & Clearcoat Finishing

  • 1200–1500 sanding
  • 2000 grit refinement
  • Medium Cut → Fine → Final polish

Denibbing & Spot Repair

  • Iridium SR sanding
  • Damp sanding to reduce defects
  • Quick polish and wipe

Below Waterline Sanding

  • Galaxy 120 initial sanding
  • Abranet Ace HD P80
  • P120 refinement before primer

Teak Deck Sanding

  • 60 → 80 → 120 grit progression
  • Dust-free sanding recommended

Glass & Acrylic Restoration

  • Abranet for scratch removal
  • Abralon refinement
  • Polarshine E3 polish

Interior High Gloss Finishing

  • Microstar → Abralon → Polish
  • Single or two-step polish system

Full Boat Restoration

  • Clean → Wash → Sand → Polish → Protect
  • Seal with Marine Shield

Shop Mirka Systems

Gelcoat System Kit

Galaxy + Abralon + Interface Pads

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Polishing Kit

Polarshine + Pads + Microfiber

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Complete System

DEROS + Abrasives + Compounds

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Need Help Building Your System?

Call Fiberglass Florida for expert recommendations.

(321) 639-3046