Carter Bowen

Not necessarily car related, but may help some others! I’ve tried regular rug doctor, enzymatic cleaner from Adam’s, baking soda and vinegar, peroxide/soap/water, scrubbing, dabbing, wiping, scraping. Any other tips? I don’t know the exact stain nature, but it appears to be coffee or rust. 

7 hours ago, falcaineer said:

Depends on how deep they are, and if the plastic is frayed or just scuffed (those don't look too bad at all, but only you can really tell). First, use a cleaner like APC (diluted 5:1 or 10:1 will work fine) or, my new favorite, Interior Cleaning Gel to clean the surface. Then, use a Deep Clean Eraser wetted with the cleaner to rub over the scuffs, wipe off residue, and check the results. Repeat only as necessary, not getting too aggressive at any point. One or two rounds should at least reduce, if not eliminate those pesky marks. Take some after shots so we can see the results!

Thank you for the help, I will give it a try on the next one that has it!! 

I have cars come in with scuffs where the door entry is on the plastic pieces! I usually clean it and then apply some leather conditioner to “cover” it. Is there anything else better to use that may stay on long term?

Turns out I didn’t need the clay at all! Just a thorough cleaning, detail spray, and a little H20 G&G did the trick! I figured out it was more than likely overspray and soap residue. 

4 hours ago, falcaineer said:

 

 

 

 

Awesome, thank you!

1 hour ago, Junior said:

Yeah I would try glaze if it were me. Easy on easy off and has some cleaning/filling ability. Then I’d probably hit it with some H2O Guard or one of Adams many sealants or waxes to protect it.  You could even go with Ceramic for the ultimate protection. Do you have a polisher if it comes to that? 

2 hours ago, Chris@Adams said:

I would try Revive Polish with a MF Pad. Once you get them removed make sure you put on some protection so it doesn't happen again.

 

Is there a certain forum that goes into good detail about claying?

1 hour ago, Junior said:

Yeah I would try glaze if it were me. Easy on easy off and has some cleaning/filling ability. Then I’d probably hit it with some H2O Guard or one of Adams many sealants or waxes to protect it.  You could even go with Ceramic for the ultimate protection. Do you have a polisher if it comes to that? 

Not currently, but I may invest in one if this persists!

2 hours ago, Junior said:

Carter,

 

           Looking at the pic, I wonder if you have some dripping going on post wash. Maybe take a leaf blower to the area and check to see if you get a lot of water blasting out of there. That might take care of the issue for you. It might also be a good idea to just hit it with some detail spray and a plush microfiber towel even after drying. Can you describe your care of the trim during the wash process? Are you using a  wash mitt on the trim? Being that looks like piano black trim, I would be careful using anything aggressive like a brush. Also, are you using a decent towel and detail spray  to dry it?

The dripping may be possible, but usually I wipe it off once more after the initial drying. Usually detail spray and a good microfiber is what I use on it, but it’s more so the streak that appears on it that’s bothersome. Nothing engrained in the trip, just on the surface. I’ll try a couple of these steps in my next major detail!

I will do that! What would you recommend for a protectant on the trim?

3 hours ago, Junior said:

Pics are not showing up for me. My first thought would be to clean the trim thoroughly with APC and a microfiber utility towel then apply VRT, or H2O GG. Or you could apply the ceramic trim coating. That is a more involved process though and requires much more cleaning steps. And because I cannot see the pics I am jumping to conclusion you are referring to plastic trim.

I will give it a try!!

Needing some help with what to do on these. The trim pieces on a few of my cars always seem to spot/streak pretty badly. Even if dried well, the streaks always pop up. Is there anything I can put on them to keep it from doing this?

I’m a recent high school graduate who loves to details cars, especially the interior! Just looking to pick up a few tips along the way!! I’ve used Adams products for over 3 years now, and I’ve never had bad results!