Armour All Protectant Semi-Matt, my arse.

bb1boy · Post by **bb1boy** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 2:11 pm

Just popped out in my lunch break to grab a bottle of this stuff for my dashboard because I don't like a glossy finish. Rubbed it on, rubbed it off and dammit, my dash is now shiny as hell. Not impressed.

Post by **Pushki** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 2:22 pm

The spelling in that advert is shocking!!

I use Chemical Guys Natural Shine Dressing for a natural satin shine.
http://www.chemicalguysuk.com/New_Car_D ... newshn.htm

bb1boy · Post by **bb1boy** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 2:29 pm

That CG stuff looks good, when this bottle of crap I've just bought runs out I may get some.

89 UKDM BA4 4WS (resto job!) · Post by **wurlycorner** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 3:03 pm

lol yep - typo's galore!

(I too hate a shiny dash, oo-err missus)

Post by **vanzep** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 3:42 pm

I use the amourall matt wipes - works fine for me but then I just lightly wipe over the dash rather than scrub it - it may be that there is a build up of silcone from cockpit spray so youd needs to wash the dash down with soap and water to remove this first before using the semi-matt stuff.

bb1boy · Post by **bb1boy** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 4:06 pm

I usually get good (if somewhat shortlived) results with these:

But Tesco didn't have any today

Post by **Donald** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 4:10 pm

Autosol everything.

Confused · Post by **Confused** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 4:19 pm

bb1boy wrote:I usually get good (if somewhat shortlived) results with these:

But Tesco didn't have any today

Same as I've been using recently.

bb1boy · Post by **bb1boy** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 4:24 pm

Donald wrote:Autosol everything.

hahahahahahahaha .....no

Confused wrote:Same as I've been using recently.

I quite like them and for £3 you can't complain..

Shiny · Post by **Shiny** » Wed Apr 10, 2013 4:32 pm

For a completely matt & shine free finish, just clean with an APC (all purpose cleaner), although this leaves the surface without any protection.

The best i have found Aerospace 303 Protectant, leaves a nice natural finish. Also great in engine bays.

Be wary of some as they can really streak if they get wet. I used to love Poorboys Natural Look Dressing, but open the door in the rain and your door panel will match your zebra mats.