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Well, I had a chance to also test out the new "Lab Sample P". Both Nick and Tim did an outstanding job reviewing the product so it'll be a tough act to follow. Being that this is based on our own experience I will now give my take on this product. I posted the photos larger than I normally do so we may be able to have a closer look.
The first surface I tried it out on is a 2004 Dodge Durango. The surface was cleaned using APC+ diluted 10:1 prior to application of the dressing. I first applied "Lab Sample P" with a yellow Meguiars foam applicator. The product is slightly thick so I was able to spread it out nicely. It seemed that a little went a long way. No smearing was visible and it soaked in nicely into the plastic.
Here is a 50/50
Gloss: It has a satin sheen to it which made it look like new which I really liked rather than an exaggerated shine. I tried to capture the lights reflection to help give an idea.
To the far right you will see that I made another 50/50. Here I applied the product with a microfiber towel. It went on well but I was not too happy with how it went on. I noticed more smearing/blotchiness then when applied with a foam applicator and the surface did not look as restored as when I applied with the foam applicator. So I prefer the foam applicator.
I'm not too crazy about applying dressings to my dash but I decided to give "Lab Sample P" a try. With a foam applicator I applied it to my 2003 Dodge Ram. It made a dramatic difference to what I'm use to and I have to add that I was pleasantly surprised that I really liked it.
The sheen is quite acceptable to me. I used the flash here to see how reflective the dash would be after applying the product.
Product applied to the left side of the dash.
My door handle was more on the dusty side which was no big deal for the product to wipe off.
My driver side mirror was already pretty dark. Applying "Lab Sample P" made it just a tad darker which was nice. My mirror already had dressing on it. I wanted to see how well it would bond over the existing dressing. "Lab Sample P" dries pretty quick, I ran my finger across the product to see if it would smear and it didn't. It held on pretty well.
I next tried it on my mud guard. Without cleaning it I applied the "Lab Sample P" again with a foam applicator. Nice even application without the greasy feel.
The Cowl of this 2004 Z06 Corvette was in need of some testing. "Lab Sample P" cleaned up the lightly faded and dirtier than it looks nicely. Here is a 50/50
After letting the product sit for 3 days I decided to wash the surface with gold class. I rinsed the surface down with plain water
with soap
Dried up with a waffle weave. I think after 2-3 washes it may be time to reapply the product.
I did the same on the Durangos bumper.
I didn't use too much pressure when using the wash mit. I let the wash mit glide over the surface.
Here it is after drying with a waffle weave.
I followed Nicks layout with his permission.
Application: It was easy to apply using the foam applicator without using too much product and still giving even coverage. Using a microfiber towel caused uneven coverage unless I used more product.
Appearance: Every surface I tried it on gave a satin sheen and like new appearance even over pre-existing dressing. Even after it's first wash it was still presentable.
Feel: Once applied I ran my fingers across the surface and didn't notice any smearing. It dried quickly and evenly without that greasy/oily feel.
Cleaning Ability: I was surprised how well it bonded to my mirror housing even though it had pre-existing dressing. It seemed to have cleaned it enough to bond without smearing. I also like how it brought out the darkness of the faded plastic and gave back that like new appearance.
I really liked this product and I hope to see it in the Detailer line but I guess we'll have to wait and see.
Now I have to apply "Lab Sample P" to the rest of the surfaces so I'm not driving around with 50/50's
Well, I had a chance to also test out the new "Lab Sample P". Both Nick and Tim did an outstanding job reviewing the product so it'll be a tough act to follow. Being that this is based on our own experience I will now give my take on this product. I posted the photos larger than I normally do so we may be able to have a closer look.
The first surface I tried it out on is a 2004 Dodge Durango. The surface was cleaned using APC+ diluted 10:1 prior to application of the dressing. I first applied "Lab Sample P" with a yellow Meguiars foam applicator. The product is slightly thick so I was able to spread it out nicely. It seemed that a little went a long way. No smearing was visible and it soaked in nicely into the plastic.
Here is a 50/50
Gloss: It has a satin sheen to it which made it look like new which I really liked rather than an exaggerated shine. I tried to capture the lights reflection to help give an idea.
To the far right you will see that I made another 50/50. Here I applied the product with a microfiber towel. It went on well but I was not too happy with how it went on. I noticed more smearing/blotchiness then when applied with a foam applicator and the surface did not look as restored as when I applied with the foam applicator. So I prefer the foam applicator.
I'm not too crazy about applying dressings to my dash but I decided to give "Lab Sample P" a try. With a foam applicator I applied it to my 2003 Dodge Ram. It made a dramatic difference to what I'm use to and I have to add that I was pleasantly surprised that I really liked it.
The sheen is quite acceptable to me. I used the flash here to see how reflective the dash would be after applying the product.
Product applied to the left side of the dash.
My door handle was more on the dusty side which was no big deal for the product to wipe off.
My driver side mirror was already pretty dark. Applying "Lab Sample P" made it just a tad darker which was nice. My mirror already had dressing on it. I wanted to see how well it would bond over the existing dressing. "Lab Sample P" dries pretty quick, I ran my finger across the product to see if it would smear and it didn't. It held on pretty well.
I next tried it on my mud guard. Without cleaning it I applied the "Lab Sample P" again with a foam applicator. Nice even application without the greasy feel.
The Cowl of this 2004 Z06 Corvette was in need of some testing. "Lab Sample P" cleaned up the lightly faded and dirtier than it looks nicely. Here is a 50/50
After letting the product sit for 3 days I decided to wash the surface with gold class. I rinsed the surface down with plain water
with soap
Dried up with a waffle weave. I think after 2-3 washes it may be time to reapply the product.
I did the same on the Durangos bumper.
I didn't use too much pressure when using the wash mit. I let the wash mit glide over the surface.
Here it is after drying with a waffle weave.
I followed Nicks layout with his permission.
Application: It was easy to apply using the foam applicator without using too much product and still giving even coverage. Using a microfiber towel caused uneven coverage unless I used more product.
Appearance: Every surface I tried it on gave a satin sheen and like new appearance even over pre-existing dressing. Even after it's first wash it was still presentable.
Feel: Once applied I ran my fingers across the surface and didn't notice any smearing. It dried quickly and evenly without that greasy/oily feel.
Cleaning Ability: I was surprised how well it bonded to my mirror housing even though it had pre-existing dressing. It seemed to have cleaned it enough to bond without smearing. I also like how it brought out the darkness of the faded plastic and gave back that like new appearance.
I really liked this product and I hope to see it in the Detailer line but I guess we'll have to wait and see.
Now I have to apply "Lab Sample P" to the rest of the surfaces so I'm not driving around with 50/50's
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