Interior Plastic cleaner

[MiniGibbo]

Is there anything i can use apart from that silicone spray bollocks which makes it really shinny and smell minging??

[seisporting]

Ive been using autoglym vinyl/plastic care i think it's called.
Takes it back to how it was when new, not gloss, lovely matt finish.
Not sticky either.

[MiniGibbo]

Is that the stuff for the exterior trim?

I bought the gel stuff for exterior trim a while back but found it made my old trim greasy and didnt last very long before fading?

[seisporting]

It's a green gel type stuff. Not sure exactly i'll have a look when i get home.
I did my dashboard and the door trims and they look like new and no more annoying reflestions on the windscreen!
It didnt work well on my bumpers though i believe its more of a return to standard type cleaner, all my scratches on the bumpers showed up :(

[MikeyW]

I've been using this Gibbo

http://www.cleanyourcar.co.uk/interior/poorboys-natural-look-dressing/prod_328.html

Leaves a nice satin finish which isn't greasy. Aslong as you give it a stiff buff after applying it, it should last a while and leave a matte finish. You can add another layer to give a gloss finish aswell if you wanted.

[MiniGibbo]

Yer im sure that autoglym gel is what i have and i really dont rate it tbh..

Main reason i need some is i some of the black interior i fitted somones done with that manky silicone spray so it looks a completly different colour to my dash :S

http://i278.photobucket.com/albums/kk96/xmattgibsonx/SDC10627.jpg

And yes it does need a good hoover :oops:

[MikeyW]

Give it a good clean with either some APC on a cloth or IPA if you can get hold of it, to remove all the grease and oils on the plastic.

Then apply the PoorBoys NLD, leave to soak for 10 minutes or so and buff quite hard to leave a nice satin finish :)

[MiniGibbo]

APC IPA ? Are these types of bitter as im more of a cider man?

You forget im a complete cleaning noob :oops:

[MikeyW]

Haha, APC - All Purpose Cleaner, you can get dedicated detailing APC but you can also get Tesco Daisy APC for like 29p which is just as good imo.

IPA - Iso Propynol Alcohol, basically just an alcohol based cleaner which will remove 99% of stuff from surfaces, leaving a clean and product/grease free surface to help the new products adhere to the surface. You can get this from Pharmacies, Computer shops and online.

Tbh, I'd just get some Tesco Daisy APC, give the plastic a clean with it to remove all the crap and grease that's on there.

[MiniGibbo]

Aha, i have some of that "autosmart G101" would that do the job dude?

[MikeyW]

Yep, that's APC !

It will clean the surfaces just fine, but won't dress them after they've been cleaned.

[MiniGibbo]

Ok dude ill get some of that poor boys on order as well as some glass cleaner (im guessing it dosent matter which one) and give the car its first inside clean for about six months :A:

[Autobrite-CarCareCentre]

Premium Interior trim dressing PINK SHEEN

This premium, specialist cleaner and polish is designed to enhance the appearance of all interior plastic, vinyl and metal surfaces.

It is easy to apply and produces a matt/factory look as well as conditioning these surfaces repelling dust and dirt and maintaining a "just detailed" look for weeks. * Long lasting shine for all vinyl surfaces. * Superb Matt/Factory finish. * Cleans, shines and conditions. * Use on plastic, vinyl, metal surfaces. * Pleasant floral fragrance. * Repels dust and dirt. Directions for use: Before applying ensure all surfaces are dry and free from heavy soiling. Simply spray or wipe over the surface and allow to dry. Excess product should be wiped off. Avoid spraying on foot pedals.

http://shop.autobritedirect.co.uk/premium-interior-trim-dressing-pink-sheen---various-sizes-821-p.asp

[MiniGibbo]

Looks good cheap too but ive aleady baught the poor boys stuff now..

[rorz_vts]

i wish i could find daisy apc for 29p its £1.05 by mine

[MiniGibbo]

My stuff has litterally just turnt up, baught a nail brush as well for srubbing so ill give that ago if i can be bothered :homme:

Anyone used Megs glass cleaner before i got some of that too and wondered how good it is?