How to Tackle Plastic Trim Next to Windows

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imported_spielnicht

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Never really knew how to tackle the plastic trim in the pic below. Ideas??



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For me, it'd depend on the trim's condition, what you're trying to accomplish.



Most of the time I'd use KAIO. When it's oxidized or otherwise needs stronger measures, I'll start considering abrasive polishes. Gotta be careful though, the wrong stuff and/or the wrong technique can leave nasty white stains that'll be a whole new problem.
 
carsnbeer4life said:
IME i'd start out with a finishing pad black and a light polish like Menzerna final polish 2.
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....pretty harsh solution without knowing what the OP is trying to "tackle" don't you think?



I would go with Accum's suggestion. Assuming this is the typical matte-like finish it appears to be in the picture, I usually try to avoid "polishing" if possible to help prevent producing a shine.
 
after compounding I always give rubber trim, and and B pillars, a nice rub down with iso alcohol. If the pillars are painted I treat them with my finishing polish/sealant, if they are plastic I treat them with a dressing along with the rubber.
 
It is typical matte finish. Still have some KAIO laying around, I'll give it a try today. I'm basically just trying to bring some life back into those pieces. I can't tell if they're oxidized, kinda hard to tell on a matte finish.
 
spielnicht said:
It is typical matte finish. Still have some KAIO laying around, I'll give it a try today. I'm basically just trying to bring some life back into those pieces. I can't tell if they're oxidized, kinda hard to tell on a matte finish.
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See what the KAIO cleans off and how it works on them. I'd top it with something more durable, like KSG (I'd use the W-O-W-O method for the most uniform finish on plastics like that) or Collinite 845.
 
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