The Plastics & Rubber Care range includes interior/exterior plastic cleaners, dressings, deep black restorers, rubber conditioners and gasket-safe silicones. Modern formulas restore colour & elasticity, improve UV resistance and reduce dust and water pick-up. With proper preparation you’ll achieve a durable, uniform OEM look.
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Brief summary + key benefits
Plastics & Rubber Care restores and protects exterior trims, grills, textured mouldings, and interior plastics as well as rubber seals, window channels and tyres. Quality products bring back a deep black/satin look, add UV and weather resistance, reduce dust attraction and leave a hydrophobic finish for easier cleaning.
Technical basics
Cleaners are mildly alkaline or neutral surfactant systems that break down silicone/oily road film. Dressings come as water-based emulsions (natural OEM satin, low odour) or solvent-based systems (richer black, higher durability outdoors). Polymers/siloxanes lower surface energy, adding water and soil repellency. Trim restorers may include black pigments to mask fading. Rubber conditioners contain antistatic agents and plasticisers to keep seals supple.
Compatibility: behaviour differs on glossy vs textured plastics. Avoid overspray on paint/glass; some solvent blends can stain sensitive surfaces. For tyres choose low-sling formulas to prevent fling. Under-bonnet plastics require heat-resistant dressings.
Selection criteria
Finish: OEM satin → water-based dressing; deep black/high exposure → solvent-based dressing. Location: interior (low odour, dry-to-touch), exterior (UV resistance, hydrophobics). Material: textured faded trims → pigmented restorer; smooth glossy plastics → clear dressing. Task: heavy grime → dedicated plastic/rubber cleaner; for maintenance a quick dressing suffices.
Application & maintenance
Prep: wash and degrease thoroughly; for silicone build-up use plastic-safe APC. Dry completely. Apply: spread evenly with an applicator; work in thin coats and wipe off excess after 5–10 min. Mask paint around pigmented restorers. On tyres set the desired sheen with a second coat if needed. Care: pH-neutral washes; avoid frequent strong alkalis/solvents. Condition seals seasonally to prevent sticking or squeaks.
FAQ
Which gives satin vs gloss? Water-based dressings for satin, solvent-based for richer gloss and durability outdoors.
Streaks/blotches after application? Usually uneven absorption or residue—reclean, apply thinly and level the excess.
One product for tyres and seals? Many are safe for both; pick a low-sling tyre dressing and a non-greasy seal conditioner.
What if it gets on paint/glass? Wipe immediately—solvent blends may stain; even water-based products can streak.
How often to reapply? Exterior trims every 4–8 weeks, interiors every 1–2 months, seals at each season change.
