Unlock the secret to sanding less with QUIK SAND— the marine industry's groundbreaking MEGA heavy cut compound that's redefining the art of detailing!
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Starke Quik Sand is a next-generation sanding aid engineered for precision leveling and oxidation removal on gel coat and mold/tooling gel coat surfaces. Formulated for professional marine detailers and OEM applications including Mold & Tooling gelcoat, Quik Sand is the fastest way to remove P400 grit sanding scratches while finishing like a P800–P1000 pass—drastically reducing the number of steps in your surface correction process.
Perfect for prepping oxidized or uneven gel coat before polishing, Quik Sand cuts fast, stays cool, and creates minimal dust—delivering a consistent, clean finish every time.
Removes P400 Grit Scratches & Oxidation: Cuts like a compound with the efficiency of a sanding step—ideal for oxidized, sun-damaged, or uneven gel coat.
Finishes Like P800–P1000: Delivers a smoother surface than traditional abrasives, minimizing follow-up polishing time.
Gel Coat Only Formula: Purpose-built for gel coat and mold/tooling gel coat—not for clear coat or automotive paint.
Dust-Free, Low-Heat Application: Cuts clean without clogging pads or heating the surface, making for a safer, faster workflow.
Extends Abrasive Life: Reduces loading on sanding discs and buffing pads, increasing your productivity and saving costs over time.
Boat hulls and topsides with oxidation or sanding haze
Leveling compound-sanded surfaces before polish
Pre-polish surface prep for gel coat refinishing
OEM boat builders and professional marine detailers
"I’ve been specializing in only marine detailing with over 10 years of experience. Dealing with Florida's elements is a battle itself, and Starke Yacht care changed the marine industry. Just when I thought there couldn’t be any better products, they now released a new product called Quik Sand. For something I used to wet sand by hand, this is a replacement for sanding and the finish is incredible. I’ve personally used this product to cut out factory orange peel & deep DA scratch imperfections from factory. Thank you, guys, for changing the technology in the marine detailing industry.
— Vincent Mai from Chalk 2 Shine Marine Detailing - Largo, FL
“Quik Sand is a game changer for me and my guys, with it we are able to cut out sanding steps and not only be more efficient but also be able to maintain affordability with our clientele. The boys in the lab did it again, thanks Starke Yacht Care for being innovative and always improving our line of work.”
— Zach Ranger from SWFL Marine & Auto Detailing - Port Charlotte, FL
Use Quik Sand before your polishing step (with products like Blaze or Level R) to create a uniform, oxidation-free surface that enhances gloss and finish clarity.
32 oz.
Gallon
Tired of oxidation and uneven gel coat slowing you down? Starke Quik Sand is the prep weapon you need—designed to cut faster, finish smoother, and keep your pads cleaner.
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STARKE Quik Sand vs. Level R vs. Blaze
When it comes to marine surface restoration, selecting the right product is key to achieving a professional finish efficiently and safely. STARKE Yacht Care offers a well-rounded lineup of surface correction products that serve distinct purposes depending on the condition of the gel coat or paint. In this post, we’ll break down three essential STARKE products—Quik Sand, Level R, and Blaze—to help you choose the right solution for your specific application.
1. STARKE Quik Sand
Use when: You need a sanding replacement for severe oxidation, heavily weathered gel coat, removing p400 sanding scratches or correcting defects in tooling gel coat.
What it is:
Quik Sand is not a compound—it's a sanding alternative formulated to replace the P800 to P1000 grit sanding step, depending on the hardness of the gel coat. It is aggressive enough to remove P400 sanding scratches, making it an excellent choice for bypassing traditional sanding during heavy gel coat restoration.
This product is intended exclusively for gel coat and is ideal when you want maximum material removal without the dust, mess, and risk of sanding.
Key Features:
Designed exclusively for gel coat surfaces including tooling gel coat.
Replaces P800–P1000 grit sanding depending in the hardness of the gel-coat your working with if sanding isn't an option.
Removes P400 sanding scratches
Ideal for neglected or heavily oxidized finishes
Uses a modern, safer base with no carcinogens and no Prop 65 warning required
Works best with a rotary polisher and white wool pad.
2. STARKE Level R
Use when: You're correcting moderate to heavy oxidation and doesn’t require sanding or use of Quik Sand.
What it is:
Level R is a rotary-only, heavy-cut compound designed to attack embedded oxidation and surface contamination. While Blaze is more focused on scratch removal, Level R’s formula is optimized to dig deeper into the surface and lift heavy oxidation effectively. It removes P600–P800 sanding scratches and is ideal when oxidation removal is your top priority.
Run it slow and steady—between 600 and 1400 RPM—on a rotary polisher with a white wool pad for best results.
Key Features:
Targets oxidation removal
Removes P600–P800 sanding marks
Best results with rotary polishers at 600–1400 RPM
Gel coat and paint safe
Great first step before polishing with Elevate or Finish-R
3. STARKE Blaze
Use when: You’re following a Quik Sand stage or want to remove sanding scratches with minimal swirl correction afterward.
What it is:
Blaze is a modern correction compound that balances cutting power and finish quality. It also removes P600–P800 sanding scratches, but it stands out for its ability to leave behind a much cleaner, swirl-free surface, reducing the time and effort needed in your final polish. It’s your go to solution for removing sanding scratches when you needed to sand or use Quik Sand to remove the embedded oxidation
Blaze thrives at higher speeds—2000+ RPM—and its formula is built on a safe, clean base that contains no carcinogens and requires no Prop 65 warning.
Key Features:
Great for removing sanding scratches with better finish quality
Removes P600–P800 sanding marks
Leaves minimal swirls, simplifying your polishing stage
Performs best at 800 to 2000+ RPM
Compatible with both rotary and DA polishers
Safe, clean, Cannabis infused modern formula—no Prop 65 disclosure needed
Which Product is Right for You?
Product |
Use Case |
Surface Type |
Machine Type |
Sanding Mark Removal |
Best Speed Range |
Formula Safety |
Quik Sand |
Sanding replacement (P800–P1000) |
Gel Coat Only |
Rotary only |
Removes P400 marks |
1200–1800 RPM |
New base, no Prop 65 |
Level R |
Oxidation removal |
Gel Coat & Paint |
Rotary only |
P600–P800 |
600–1400 RPM |
Traditional base |
Blaze |
Scratch removal with refined finish |
Gel Coat & Paint |
Rotary or DA |
P600–P800 |
800-2000+ RPM |
New base, no Prop 65 |
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