Cleaning Plastic on Door Panel

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Apr 3, 2010 | 03:42 PM

doverrx330

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Cleaning Plastic on Door Panel

Need some ideas. What is the best product someone has used to clean the plastic on the door panel.

Near the speaker, I have some scuff marks from shoes. I haven't found anything that removes the scuff marks.

Apr 3, 2010 | 04:06 PM

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I have tons too, in my experience, nothing works. sorry, you just have to be more careful getting in and out.

Apr 3, 2010 | 05:09 PM

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Try Mr. Clean Magic Eraser

Apr 3, 2010 | 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by redrocks

Try Mr. Clean Magic Eraser

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Careful how much pressure you use as it is a light abrasive. Wet the sponge (eraser) off you go.

Apr 3, 2010 | 06:43 PM

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Degeaser is what I use. Takes care of it. Or else, use fine polishing compound.

Mar 2, 2013 | 08:40 PM

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I was thinking of applying some 3m film, like on the bumpers. What do you guys think of this idea?

Mar 3, 2013 | 06:26 AM

jfelbab

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I've had good results using Meguiar's M39 Heavy-Duty Vinyl Cleaner for cleaning scuff marks. I'd follow with a good protective dressing to make future scuffs easier to clean.

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Mar 4, 2013 | 09:35 AM

mandyfig

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De-greaser and then polishing compound if need be.

Mar 4, 2013 | 10:29 AM

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+1 for magic eraser

Mar 4, 2013 | 01:17 PM

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Magic eraser is a tool of the trade in our business. Different grades will induce different results. Yes I forgot about the eraser. We normally use the eraser for blending in "blush."

Mar 4, 2013 | 02:01 PM

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while using the eraser, make sure you test it first because it might be too abrasive for some situations....

Apr 14, 2013 | 06:46 PM

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Another vote for Magic Eraser.

Apr 24, 2013 | 10:42 AM

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I can also say that Mr. Clean Magic Eraser works wonders. Just be very gentle and don't press too hard. Also, make sure to rinse the area well. When I tried it for the first time, there was a residue left behind.