Detailing matte chrome trim
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Detailing matte chrome trim
I have a new 2010 TL that I just washed and waxed for the first time. After washing I ended up with some water spots on the matte finish (plastic) chrome grille and trunk trim. While waxing the painted surfaces I attempted to keep the wax off of the matte chrome but was not successful. I need some suggestions on how to care for the matte chrome trim on this car. Should I just go ahead and wax the matte finish even though it changes the look slightly? Is there a recommended cleaner and/or treatment for this matte finish? I do wax the shiny chrome (plastic or metal) with good results but this is different.
Thanks in advance for your assistance.
Thanks in advance for your assistance.
#2
It's a issue that I believe Acura is addressing with the 2012 TL MMC. I would not put a regular (carnauba wax) product on it. If you really are inspired to remove the wax that you accidently got on the trim, I would use Meguiar’s PlastX Clear Plastic Cleaner.
#5
This might sound odd, but I tried cleaning mine with every kind of cleaner or soap I could and still got the water spots, but its not until I take my bare fingers and rub it, then they come out. Doesn't leave any fingerprints either.
#6
The OEM Grill tends to cloud and streak. Not a fan of the material. My 2005 MDX has the same matt finish and issue but since its smaller its not as noticable. I upgraded to Chrome front and back-much happier.
#7
OP you might ask the same question in the "wash and wax" forum
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