For the price, Lithium Graphene Cubes and Black Rhino Trim restorer have been the best I've tried when not using a legit coating. Even though the lithium Cubes acts like a legit coating and has held up for about a year now with zero fading with weekly washes.
Cool to see! Looks like my Mustang, only mine is black, but I have the exact same rims. I put Lithium’s Trim Cubes on all of my trim 11 months ago… And will do a one year update video on my TH-cam channel late November. Thanks Brian! 👍🏼👍🏼
Do you think using the various conditioners is worth the repeated application compared to Cerakote Ceramic Trim Coat? I found one application of Cerakote on my 2015 F-250 has lasted over a year and the plastics still look brand new.
Hi! Are any of these abrasives? I have a matte plastic side skirt with a decal at the end that I do not want to scratch off. Are any of these safe to use of should I just avoid going over the decal just in case? Thanks! Big fan of your content.
Vonixx makes a ceramic coating called V-Plastic. It's like $35 for 50mils and has worked really well for me. You can coat multiple cars with one bottle.
I started using solution finish years ago after seeing you demo it. I’m kinda slow to change my ways, but I get compliments every time I use it on a vehicle. Although, I’m always looking for the next best thing, maybe it’s time that I tried it!!
Carpro perl all day long for me , so versatile inside and outside the car , using different ratios , on tyres it is amazing and durable, thanks again Brian excellent video!🇬🇧
Have to agree there, Kev. I use Meg's Ultimate and Gtechniq and some others. However, for durability and versatility it's Perl by a country mile. Megs might give a great finish for an hour or so after application, but it, like so many others, soon goes patchy and fades to nil. For me, it's Perl for dressing, Solution Finish for absolutely trashed trim, and Gtechniq or Gyeon trim restorer for total longevity, protection, and finish.
I've personally enjoyed using Megs Hyper Dressing. It won't last as long, but it looks great and is easy to work with. You can somewhat change the finish by leveling or layering. Thanks for the video!
Dear sir great video. I know you have used in the past Gyeon leather coat also for plastics. Do you see is...quite the same? Leather coat and preserve?
For quick and easy my go to is mother's back to black or chemical guys Vrp but for longevity The Last Coat Ceratrim ,alot more prep, expensive and harder to source.
Used interior ratio of CP Perl on Dad's Escape's exterior plastic trim with similar condition to this Mustang in video. Looks OEM at such dilutions and is lasting me more than 3 weeks now
conditioner vs protectant. would you say 'condition' with one of these then say cerakote over it? Also would love your thoughts and comparison on the rubber gaskets around doors, how to condition AND protect, thanks.
Is using a hot air gun a myth to restore / draw up the black plastic oils to the surface - any users? {personally I think they are a manufacturers cut, on some would much prefer to have them body coloured - what looks worse a paint scratch or a textured plastic tear}. Some of the LSP's I've found work better and do just as good a job as some dedicated products.
Plastic fades because of impurities in the raw materials and oxidation from UV. Heat can make plastic look good but make it worse after a short time and can create lines, so I would stay away from heating plastics.
I have used Perl, but not happy with longevity. Cerakote is too expensive and not practical in a business. Malco Revive Nu seems to hit my sweet spot. Apply a coat or two then the following day top off with a coating or ceramic spray.
Have you done any videos on cleaning, treating, or protecting plastic windows and canvas(like on a jeep Wrangler)? I have a vehicle with a bed cap like that, and the window is ridiculous at collecting dirt compared to glass.
PERL is only a dressing, it works well on trim that looks OK to start with but it will not restore. After it's dried I apply a layer of a sealsnt to improve durability. I know it's 'off piste' but some tyre gels work well and can last a reasonable length of time too.
I don’t use an interior dressing. I hate the shiny or greasy look they leave behind. I clean the interior with Nextzett Cockpit Premium Or Gyeon Interior detailer and that will leave the interior with the clean looking like new finish. You will get more “Wow’s” from your customers using this method vs slapping on some awful looking Dressing on the interiors.
I was trying to see what products at the beginning of the video had the least in it . Dead giveaway. Lol . My full time job other than my side business is at a Chrysler/jeep dealership so i have alot of experiencewith trim . . As far as prep/cleaning I use malco whitewall tire cleaner . Works great . As far as dressings I use carbrite select tire and trim and cg vrp. For restore inuse malco revive nu . Long term restoration I use lithium trim cubes . Thanks for the video. Enjoy every one .
Hey Brian, just watched your wetsanding for noobs video, after wetsanding & using 3d one & uro 50/50 pad, do you think you would need to come back with a finishing pad as well? or will the 50/50 pad be enough
Why bother applying something you know wont last long? Wouldn't it have been better to give the customer a couple extra dollars of a more durable product in hopes they see how much better it is and come back again for that service.
First off. I really appreciate all of your in depth videos, i feel like im at detailing school when watching you and i cant thank you enough. You’re helping to turn me into a top notch detailer. So my question is… is there a product out there which does more than a conditioner in regard to creating a more lasting effect? About 10 years ago i worked at a car dealership and the detailing bay used a product that was applied by hand and very abrasive. They would have to tape around all of the areas they didnt want it to touch, use thick gloves and were very careful when applying it, pretty harsh stuff whatever it was but the results left on the vehicle i applied it on are still looking fantastic all these years later. Its stayed black.
I'm not sure about harsh, but with the taping and stuff it sounds like some early genesis of a ceramic coating with a dye thrown in the mix (Solution Finish for example).
I use Perl. Great on tyres at 1:1. However, for external plastic trim, it's merely OK. Watching AW Corona, I think I'll be getting some of this. It looks so very quick to apply and seemed to provide one of the best 1-coat results.
Question Brian, was the TacSystem Seal diluted at all? The bottles we have of the stuff are like snot lol it’s thick, creamy and viscous (and that’s what she said 😂 sorry couldn’t resist)
@@apexdetail85 it looked pretty thin from the moment I saw it - sounds like they might have - even in your tacsystem seal video with the silver Jeep - it’s thick and viscous
@@iantc1622 that's my go-to on our tires, but I don't care for it on trim. Much like other types of dressing, I always find it running down over the paint after a rainfall.
I like to use a heater gun and take my time slowly and moving not staying in a place. To protect it I just use a SIO2 or Turtle 🐢 Seal and Shine with good results.
Water base ones arent great, hitech black spray paint is the best. But for the home owner try the Rust-Oleum wipe new, stuff is amazing and it's only like $15 for six of them they come in little pouches little microfibers best stuff on the market
Which trim reconditioner do you prefer?
Dpc
Artdeshine GrapheneSeal - way,way better than the others
Solution Finish
In my area I've had great success with car pro pearl unless somebody wants to pay for an actual coating.
Seal and Pearl
I see the shop manager is keeping a watchful eye on even established employees or owners. 😁 Great video Brian. 👍🇨🇦
She loves the attention....and camera time.
For the price, Lithium Graphene Cubes and Black Rhino Trim restorer have been the best I've tried when not using a legit coating. Even though the lithium Cubes acts like a legit coating and has held up for about a year now with zero fading with weekly washes.
Huge fan of the shop manager👍
She loves the attention.
Lithium Trim Cubes!
Solution finish works the best for me
I use Concept Vista. By far the best I’ve tried
Thank you fir what do each and every day Knowledge for us . Can’t wait to see glass video of getting clear glass .
Cool to see! Looks like my Mustang, only mine is black, but I have the exact same rims. I put Lithium’s Trim Cubes on all of my trim 11 months ago… And will do a one year update video on my TH-cam channel late November. Thanks Brian! 👍🏼👍🏼
Trim cubes or Cerakote would have been my choice if in the budget....I look forward to the update.
Do you think using the various conditioners is worth the repeated application compared to Cerakote Ceramic Trim Coat? I found one application of Cerakote on my 2015 F-250 has lasted over a year and the plastics still look brand new.
If in the budget...Cerakote would have been my choice. But at least this method keeps it from getting worse if used regularly.
I think the best would be to periodically apply 303 Protectant
Hi! Are any of these abrasives? I have a matte plastic side skirt with a decal at the end that I do not want to scratch off. Are any of these safe to use of should I just avoid going over the decal just in case?
Thanks! Big fan of your content.
Vonixx makes a ceramic coating called V-Plastic. It's like $35 for 50mils and has worked really well for me. You can coat multiple cars with one bottle.
I started using solution finish years ago after seeing you demo it. I’m kinda slow to change my ways, but I get compliments every time I use it on a vehicle. Although, I’m always looking for the next best thing, maybe it’s time that I tried it!!
Carpro perl all day long for me , so versatile inside and outside the car , using different ratios , on tyres it is amazing and durable, thanks again Brian excellent video!🇬🇧
Have to agree there, Kev. I use Meg's Ultimate and Gtechniq and some others. However, for durability and versatility it's Perl by a country mile. Megs might give a great finish for an hour or so after application, but it, like so many others, soon goes patchy and fades to nil. For me, it's Perl for dressing, Solution Finish for absolutely trashed trim, and Gtechniq or Gyeon trim restorer for total longevity, protection, and finish.
Stoner's Trim Shine. Perl runs and is oily when it gets wet, but only on trim. Perl is my go to for tires, penetrates well on tires.
This was interesting!!
maybe not a conditioner, but I swear by CeraKote. It just lasts and lasts.
CeraKote at $16-$17 considering the longevity is a winner for me.
I would love to hear your thoughts on P&S Full Send. I think it's relatively new, haven't heard much about it
Nanolex Trim rejuvenator 👌👌👌
I've personally enjoyed using Megs Hyper Dressing. It won't last as long, but it looks great and is easy to work with. You can somewhat change the finish by leveling or layering. Thanks for the video!
Stoner trim shine last about 1.5 weeks. Not expensive at Walmart
Autoglym vinyl and rubber care, or if you really want to go left field, smooth peanut butter 😊
303 Protectant.
Yes....another good one.
Could you review P&S Dream Maker? Thanks
Absolutely.
@@apexdetail85 thanks!
Dear sir great video. I know you have used in the past Gyeon leather coat also for plastics. Do you see is...quite the same? Leather coat and preserve?
They seem very similar to me.
What about Solution Finish black plastic and vinyl restorer?
Love the shop manager. She is beautiful.🥰🥰🥰
I use boiled linseed oil and turpentine spirits mixed 50/50 on plastic trim. I also use it as a clear rust protection film on the under carriage.
Great tip.
I have satisfying results with Stoners Trim Shine👍 on plastic, vinyl and rubber
Are you interested in jump starter? It is easy to carry and can provide power for cars and other devices. If you are interested, Please contact me.
For quick and easy my go to is mother's back to black or chemical guys Vrp but for longevity The Last Coat Ceratrim ,alot more prep, expensive and harder to source.
Used interior ratio of CP Perl on Dad's Escape's exterior plastic trim with similar condition to this Mustang in video. Looks OEM at such dilutions and is lasting me more than 3 weeks now
How much do you charge starting for plastic restore
Don’t know if you’ve tried it but foam paint brushes work great for this and other types of applications...
good for dusting in the nooks also
Good point.
I like using Optimum Opti-Bond with a spray gun.
Hi Brian is it better to coat plastics or preserve first then coat with can coat or your BC range ??
Try using tung oil……a product for furniture finishing.
Have you try to polish with carpro essence and top it with carpro essence+ ?🙂👍
Solution Finish FTW
Trim serum by lithium elixirs
conditioner vs protectant. would you say 'condition' with one of these then say cerakote over it? Also would love your thoughts and comparison on the rubber gaskets around doors, how to condition AND protect, thanks.
Most protectants also condition as well....but not in the budget in this case.
Love the cameos from the shop manager.
She loves the attention.
I’ve had good success with TAC Moonlight
Absolutely...agree.
Solution Finish.
Is using a hot air gun a myth to restore / draw up the black plastic oils to the surface - any users? {personally I think they are a manufacturers cut, on some would much prefer to have them body coloured - what looks worse a paint scratch or a textured plastic tear}. Some of the LSP's I've found work better and do just as good a job as some dedicated products.
Plastic fades because of impurities in the raw materials and oxidation from UV. Heat can make plastic look good but make it worse after a short time and can create lines, so I would stay away from heating plastics.
Stoner trim shine and it's very inexpensive. You missing 3D trim. Haven't tried it yet myself
I have used Perl, but not happy with longevity. Cerakote is too expensive and not practical in a business. Malco Revive Nu seems to hit my sweet spot. Apply a coat or two then the following day top off with a coating or ceramic spray.
Have you done any videos on cleaning, treating, or protecting plastic windows and canvas(like on a jeep Wrangler)? I have a vehicle with a bed cap like that, and the window is ridiculous at collecting dirt compared to glass.
Angelwax Corona , Auto Magic, Magic Dressing if in the budget, Solution finish, higher budget ceramic coating .. havent tried your Apex trim coat yet.
303 Aerospace Protectant would be a great competitor in this comparison.
Love Mannetts! First saw Brian showcase it years ago in here. It's just magical on black plastic trim.
PERL is only a dressing, it works well on trim that looks OK to start with but it will not restore. After it's dried I apply a layer of a sealsnt to improve durability.
I know it's 'off piste' but some tyre gels work well and can last a reasonable length of time too.
Black wow. Very durable and good value considering how much you need to use.
Excellent as always Brian 👊🏼Another for the video library
@Brian I’m in need of a good / matter or oem interior dressing that is cost effective for a business what’s your top 3
I would go with PERL at a dilution of 1:5. My go to for interior OEM look. Although I am not Brian. 😉
I don’t use an interior dressing. I hate the shiny or greasy look they leave behind.
I clean the interior with Nextzett Cockpit Premium Or Gyeon Interior detailer and that will leave the interior with the clean looking like new finish. You will get more “Wow’s” from your customers using this method vs slapping on some awful looking Dressing on the interiors.
Protect all.
B awesome if we can get u 2 150k subscribers b4 new year.
I also use Klasse trim protectant. Very thin however it really does work.
Also’ Jescar is a favorite of mine.
Mark G. Connecticut
CERAKOTE!
REVIVE from System X is fantastic!!!!
Perl
I was trying to see what products at the beginning of the video had the least in it . Dead giveaway. Lol . My full time job other than my side business is at a Chrysler/jeep dealership so i have alot of experiencewith trim . . As far as prep/cleaning I use malco whitewall tire cleaner . Works great . As far as dressings I use carbrite select tire and trim and cg vrp. For restore inuse malco revive nu . Long term restoration I use lithium trim cubes . Thanks for the video. Enjoy every one .
Absolutely...If the budget would have called for it....Cerakote would have been used.
Another awesome video and comparison good friend
Hey Brian, just watched your wetsanding for noobs video, after wetsanding & using 3d one & uro 50/50 pad, do you think you would need to come back with a finishing pad as well? or will the 50/50 pad be enough
On soft clear...you may need that step. On harder clear...should be good to go.
Why bother applying something you know wont last long? Wouldn't it have been better to give the customer a couple extra dollars of a more durable product in hopes they see how much better it is and come back again for that service.
I agree...but as a business man...I give them what their budget calls for.
Options are a very good thing 😎
Great video and review as always Brian appreciate all the content.
First off. I really appreciate all of your in depth videos, i feel like im at detailing school when watching you and i cant thank you enough. You’re helping to turn me into a top notch detailer. So my question is… is there a product out there which does more than a conditioner in regard to creating a more lasting effect? About 10 years ago i worked at a car dealership and the detailing bay used a product that was applied by hand and very abrasive. They would have to tape around all of the areas they didnt want it to touch, use thick gloves and were very careful when applying it, pretty harsh stuff whatever it was but the results left on the vehicle i applied it on are still looking fantastic all these years later. Its stayed black.
I'm not sure about harsh, but with the taping and stuff it sounds like some early genesis of a ceramic coating with a dye thrown in the mix (Solution Finish for example).
I use Perl. Great on tyres at 1:1. However, for external plastic trim, it's merely OK. Watching AW Corona, I think I'll be getting some of this. It looks so very quick to apply and seemed to provide one of the best 1-coat results.
The Enigma Corona (the ceramic version) is even better IMO
@@knightautopcd Nice one - thank you - I'll get that. I'm in the UK so can get AW stuff pretty easily. Highly rate them.
Apex car detailing suggest try using Mr sheen on weathered plastics works great all it is just Raw plastics is not perment
No...not permanent. but regular treatment will stop it from getting worse.
Thanks again Brian, great demo and review!
Question Brian, was the TacSystem Seal diluted at all? The bottles we have of the stuff are like snot lol it’s thick, creamy and viscous (and that’s what she said 😂 sorry couldn’t resist)
Lol...not that I know of...but its getting low....My employees may have tried to stretch it.
@@apexdetail85 it looked pretty thin from the moment I saw it - sounds like they might have - even in your tacsystem seal video with the silver Jeep - it’s thick and viscous
Brian,have you tried koch chemie PSS?
I have it...but have nit had time to try it. On the list.
I use Chemical Guys VRP and think it's great, but I have not tried others to compare it against.
I use this product on tires. Works well and not expensive.
@@iantc1622 that's my go-to on our tires, but I don't care for it on trim. Much like other types of dressing, I always find it running down over the paint after a rainfall.
If u had 2 do it right u adding 200 bucks more?
Then....Cerakote.
VRP works fine for me.
Thanks for the knowledge. It helps
My pleasure!
Cerakote !
why not spray it with clear coat those one in cans it will stay permanently
This was already something I was doing beyond the package. Had to keep it economical.
@@apexdetail85 alright
I watchedyour video on restoring headlights if I can't get clear coat can I coat it with ceramic coating@@apexdetail85
What about solutions finish
A different category...but if in the budget....absolutely.
I use Carpro Perl. Like you said....it's short lived. Just wish the coatings weren't so expensive
I like to use a heater gun and take my time slowly and moving not staying in a place. To protect it I just use a SIO2 or Turtle 🐢 Seal and Shine with good results.
Water base ones arent great, hitech black spray paint is the best. But for the home owner try the Rust-Oleum wipe new, stuff is amazing and it's only like $15 for six of them they come in little pouches little microfibers best stuff on the market
Different category....but I completely agree. That level of protection was not in the budget.
Preserve. PERL. Koch Chemie PSS