rmd5062

I have tried searching the forums for this without much luck so I thought I would try this. I have an IS that has very light scratches on the center console woodgrain trim. What do you recommend to remove the scratches, then use as a top coating / dressing to restore the gloss to the trim? I know when you see used cars on lots that they have done something to restore the trim and am trying to duplicate this. I do have a can of DP Plex All that I recently purchased to help with this.

2ISTruong

Good question, I've been wondering how to get rid of the scratches on my wood grain center counsel also. I've read PlastX works but have never tried it.

Hopefully someone can share a method that works.

kickin8

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let the CL detailing gurus help you.....moving to the detailing section

Joeb427

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I don't know if Plexus will take out the scratches but I use it to detail the speedo etc lens and wood trim.

zmcgovern4

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Scratches on wood interior trim can usually be treated much like swirls and scratches on your vehicle's clear coat... automotive polishes contain very small abrasives that work to remove a fine layer of material when the polish is rubbed on a surface such as paint or trim. In doing so, the surface becomes flatter, and will eventually remove the defects in question if there is enough material to work with. Lighter scratches are much quicker and easier to remove, while heavier scratches take much more time because you have to remove a lot more material. With that being said, it is not always safe to attempt to remove heavier scratches, therefore I will advise you to use your best judgement... chances are, if you feel like you are being too aggressive, you probably are.

You can polish your interior trim by hand or with a small dual action/random orbital machine. Many people do not want to purchase a DA machine, so simply using a light polish like Meguiar's M205 on a yellow foam applicator is quite common. If you need a bit more cut, use a quality microfiber towel instead of the foam applicator as MF is more aggressive when paired with a polish, or use a heavier cutting compound like Meguiar's M105. You'll want to apply a small amount of product on your applicator, then work the product on a small section of trim using moderate pressure, and orbital motions with your hand. Gradually reduce the pressure as you work the product to produce a glossy finish. (note: some trim can be quite soft and may be difficult to finish down perfectly by hand... beware of this before you attempt!) Since not all trim is the same, I would strongly recommend testing this process in an inconspicuous area before proceeding to polish your entire interior.


Hope that helps.

-Zach

ntec

Has anyone used scratchx 2.0 on the wood trim? I tried it on a small part of my 2007 is250 center console trim and it seemed to create more micro scratches now when the sun hits it at a certain angle. I tried applying it with a microfibre pad but i'm wondering if i should have used a foam pad instead. I've read some people who used a product called novus plastic polish with success but i've never tried it.

e60bmw

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I was wondering the same thing yesterday, so I started looking at some youtube videos. On my car there somehow was light white paint on my wood trim. What I did was clay the trim like I would exterior. Then I applied m105, followed by m205. I was out of my good carnauba wax so I used some spray wax and it came out great. No more noticeable scratches.

ntec

When u applied the m105 and 205 what type of pad did u use?

jfelbab

I like a very mild polish like PlastX. Use the least aggressive polish that will get the job done.

e60bmw

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I just used a microfiber cloth, I didn't have a backing pad small enough for my portercable.

tmf2004

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I've used Pledge before on the wood grain with great results.. Provides a nice shine... Maybe something you can use after you get the scratches out..