Tampico is used for polishing chrome and decorative surfaces and comes from a cactus plant grown in Northern Mexico. The fiber on Tampico brushes is tough and resistant to oils and heat. It is often used in conjunction with a grease-type abrasive stick or polishing compound.

Nylon filament is used in nylon wheel brushes for very light deburring, brushing, cleaning, polishing and surface finishing. The premium 6-12 filament can be used dry or with lubricant and is available if a variety of diameters for controlled polishing action.