Matte Plastic Interior Parts

[Megafast13]

I was wondering what you guys like to use for matte finished trim pieces like the dash and doors of interiors like the Lexus RX. I have found that products like M40 and Supreme Shine still don't shine them up. Are these parts not meant to be shiny? Or would you try GC Trim Detailer? Or eventually: Ultimate Protectant?

[Murr1525]

Re: Matte Plastic Interior Parts

Wouldnt expect matte parts to shine up as much as glossy parts.

[RGP]

Re: Matte Plastic Interior Parts

I sorta think shiny interiors and tires look a bit cheesy, but I guess that's maybe a generational thing.

[tguil]

Re: Matte Plastic Interior Parts

MOPAR even has a protectant that is suggested for Chrysler products to keep the matte interior finish "flat". Apply "#40 and wipe off the excess before it dries. That's about as good as you can do.

Tom

[Andrew C.]

Re: Matte Plastic Interior Parts

I know what you are talking about megafast, it seems like you put it on and then the next thing you know is it seems to be back to where you started.

Maybe the material it is made out of **** the dressing in because it is dry? Who knows, you could try just putting multiple coats on after it looks dry again. While ASD is usually used for tires, go ahead and try a small test spot on the dash, it may get that shiny look you are looking for without staying too greasy (just because of the nature of the absorbent dash) and if it is greasy you can always wipe it down with a towel.

[roushstage2]

Re: Matte Plastic Interior Parts

I was wondering what you guys like to use for matte finished trim pieces like the dash and doors of interiors like the Lexus RX...Are these parts not meant to be shiny?

Matte: the property of having little or no contrast; lacking highlights or gloss.