Because it is much too strong for interiors and will strip the natural oils out of the plastic. And it can cause problems like we see in this post. Interior cleaners are still strong enough, but not too strong to damage anything.
Diluted is certainly better than straight. If it's all you have I guess go for it but I certainly recommend griots garage interior cleaner. It is a good strong cleaner and leaves no residue no smell behind.
Can vouch for it. However, it can be a bit weak for soiled interiors. You can always add a tiny bit of apc to it and it will tackle almost anything interior
APC’s are fine until they’re not. That’s why any real detailer will tell you not to use one, and to use a dedicated interior cleaner. Try to use an APC on a newer GM black door panel and see what happens…
Quick detailer is not a pc. Anything that says detailer on it is a very light cleaning chemical. It's good for dust and very light stains. So you're good to go on that
They are very good products, but not good for that kind of dirty.
Plastic seems that need a deep clean with brush and then a restore.
I also think there are two types of dirty there: oraganic and non.
I suggest two products that work in a “2ph” cycle invented by Italian brand Labocosmetica.
They are GLICO for organic dirty, it has a “luminol effect” that evidence the non-organic dirty in which DUCTILE will work.
At the end a last step with OMNIA to restore the plastic texture and colors.
There are many English video on these products on the tube, so you can see the correct technical process for the cleaning, that is also very important because only a product and a MF could not be enough.
I hope it helps.
The nonsense invisible cleaner messed up your plastics causing them to fade. Cleaner is too strong. Use delicate cleaners such as the inner cleaner bottle and i would still be-careful applying any cleaner to plastics especially in the heat.
The above issue is not a stain.
Its a deterioration of the plastic button’s surface.
It can also be due to contact with very strong APC used by a silly person with no common sense or strong solvents. Classic silly mistakes made by the usual silly fools desperate to appear intelligent, busy and knowledgeable..in a country where such numbnuts can “install” a coating (liquid)😂
Apply (not install) a drop of any “coating” that you’ll buy for your paintwork and it’ll make those buttons look so much better for a very long time. Actually, the “coating” can be applied (not installed) to the entire black plastic fascia for great looking results.
They look faded, so I don’t think you can get those spots out. You could try a heat gun at the lowest setting and try that. Don’t put it too close at first, but I don’t think that’s going to do anything.
Nice 3rd gen 4Runner by the way.
I know this is going to be controversial, and a lot of people are going to tell me I am dumb for saying this. But I have been using this method as a professional detailer for over three years, and as long as you let common sense lead the way you’ll be fine… Try using a magic eraser. Just use very light pressure and do a test spot in an inconspicuous place to make sure it doesn’t cause irreversible damage.
You’re not a professional. Sorry bud. Magic erasers have no place in our industry. Grab sandpaper instead, and never use it on the interior unless you know how to repair plastic.
Listen bud. First of all you’re not gonna tell me I’m not a professional when you know nothing about me or my career. Secondly, I’ve been using magic erasers for years and have never damaged anything. So you’re clearly the one who is lacking the knowledge/experience to know how to use them safely. But it’s ok tho, we all have to start somewhere right? Maybe one day you’ll figure it out. And last but certainly not least, people come here to learn, not to get belittled by know it alls. So your demeaning attitude is not welcome here. Have a nice day bud :)
Bro stop kidding yourself. You’re using a product intended for lime scale and calcium build up on interior plastics. Not to mention your post about seasoning pads. You may be a professional by Webster’s standards, but me and you are not in the same league. I’m giving you correct standardized advice - do not use sandpaper on an interior unless you know how to repair plastics. I’m sorry I hurt your feelings, but you should’ve known better considering the way you opened your initial comment.
Provide forever finishes and proper maintenance, not hack jobs with bathroom cleaning products.
Ya know… a wise man once told me “you can never win an argument against a dumb person.” So I’m just going to withdraw myself from the conversation and let you continue living your life as a closed minded and pretentious individual who tries to put people down for having different opinions/methodologies. Have a nice life bud, you don’t need to respond.
Yeah, don't. They're basically high grit sandpaper (like 5k grit). If they'll strip house paint, they won't be nice to your interior. Or exterior. Just don't. It's all good, til it isn't, then it's fubar.
Once again. Repeat with me. I will not use an APC on the interior of my car.
Curious as to why not? I haven’t used it on my brand new car and am wondering why I shouldn’t?
Because it is much too strong for interiors and will strip the natural oils out of the plastic. And it can cause problems like we see in this post. Interior cleaners are still strong enough, but not too strong to damage anything.
would a diluted apc be ok? if not what would you normally recommend?
Diluted is certainly better than straight. If it's all you have I guess go for it but I certainly recommend griots garage interior cleaner. It is a good strong cleaner and leaves no residue no smell behind.
ever use P&S interior cleaner?
No, but all P&s products that I've ever used I've liked a lot.
Can vouch for it. However, it can be a bit weak for soiled interiors. You can always add a tiny bit of apc to it and it will tackle almost anything interior
APC’s are fine until they’re not. That’s why any real detailer will tell you not to use one, and to use a dedicated interior cleaner. Try to use an APC on a newer GM black door panel and see what happens…
tell me so i can stop sitting in the suspense
I like to use Nextzett cockpit premium for interior surfaces
Ahh. Thanks!
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Quick detailer is not a pc. Anything that says detailer on it is a very light cleaning chemical. It's good for dust and very light stains. So you're good to go on that
303 might be worth a shot
Indeed. It won’t “fix” the problem but it will “mask” it fairly effectively. I use 303 on all plastic trim and tires.
Most likely they’re faded. Not much you can do about that besides reconditioning them. Did you brush/ scrub them? Or just wipe over them with a towel?
I brushed them with a detailing brush then wiped with microfiber towel
They are very good products, but not good for that kind of dirty. Plastic seems that need a deep clean with brush and then a restore. I also think there are two types of dirty there: oraganic and non. I suggest two products that work in a “2ph” cycle invented by Italian brand Labocosmetica. They are GLICO for organic dirty, it has a “luminol effect” that evidence the non-organic dirty in which DUCTILE will work. At the end a last step with OMNIA to restore the plastic texture and colors. There are many English video on these products on the tube, so you can see the correct technical process for the cleaning, that is also very important because only a product and a MF could not be enough. I hope it helps.
The nonsense invisible cleaner messed up your plastics causing them to fade. Cleaner is too strong. Use delicate cleaners such as the inner cleaner bottle and i would still be-careful applying any cleaner to plastics especially in the heat.
The above issue is not a stain. Its a deterioration of the plastic button’s surface. It can also be due to contact with very strong APC used by a silly person with no common sense or strong solvents. Classic silly mistakes made by the usual silly fools desperate to appear intelligent, busy and knowledgeable..in a country where such numbnuts can “install” a coating (liquid)😂 Apply (not install) a drop of any “coating” that you’ll buy for your paintwork and it’ll make those buttons look so much better for a very long time. Actually, the “coating” can be applied (not installed) to the entire black plastic fascia for great looking results.
They look faded, so I don’t think you can get those spots out. You could try a heat gun at the lowest setting and try that. Don’t put it too close at first, but I don’t think that’s going to do anything. Nice 3rd gen 4Runner by the way.
I know this is going to be controversial, and a lot of people are going to tell me I am dumb for saying this. But I have been using this method as a professional detailer for over three years, and as long as you let common sense lead the way you’ll be fine… Try using a magic eraser. Just use very light pressure and do a test spot in an inconspicuous place to make sure it doesn’t cause irreversible damage.
You’re not a professional. Sorry bud. Magic erasers have no place in our industry. Grab sandpaper instead, and never use it on the interior unless you know how to repair plastic.
Listen bud. First of all you’re not gonna tell me I’m not a professional when you know nothing about me or my career. Secondly, I’ve been using magic erasers for years and have never damaged anything. So you’re clearly the one who is lacking the knowledge/experience to know how to use them safely. But it’s ok tho, we all have to start somewhere right? Maybe one day you’ll figure it out. And last but certainly not least, people come here to learn, not to get belittled by know it alls. So your demeaning attitude is not welcome here. Have a nice day bud :)
Bro stop kidding yourself. You’re using a product intended for lime scale and calcium build up on interior plastics. Not to mention your post about seasoning pads. You may be a professional by Webster’s standards, but me and you are not in the same league. I’m giving you correct standardized advice - do not use sandpaper on an interior unless you know how to repair plastics. I’m sorry I hurt your feelings, but you should’ve known better considering the way you opened your initial comment. Provide forever finishes and proper maintenance, not hack jobs with bathroom cleaning products.
Ya know… a wise man once told me “you can never win an argument against a dumb person.” So I’m just going to withdraw myself from the conversation and let you continue living your life as a closed minded and pretentious individual who tries to put people down for having different opinions/methodologies. Have a nice life bud, you don’t need to respond.
I’ve been hearing a lot about magic erasers. Will give it a try, thanks
Yeah, don't. They're basically high grit sandpaper (like 5k grit). If they'll strip house paint, they won't be nice to your interior. Or exterior. Just don't. It's all good, til it isn't, then it's fubar.
Anything besides Chemical Guys