Product Review: Turtle Wax F21 Super Protectant

**imported_Luster** · 09-19-2009, 10:48 PM

I observed a friend of mine using this product on the interior of his C5 Corvette and he gave me the remaining 1/4 of his bottle to try.

First off, I can`t stand an interior dressing/conditioner that is shiny. For me it has to be a satin finish. So that was my primary criteria.

Secondly... I rarely use "over the counter" or "mass market" products. Like most of you, I`m mostly an upper end detailing product guy!

That being said, here`s my review of the TW F21 Super Protectant.

1. Application:

This product is a water based liquid and comes in a spray bottle with a fairly fine mist that can be sprayed on your microfiber towel or directly on the leather, plastic, vinyl or rubber surface.

2. Shine:

The finish is EXACTLY what I like: Satin smooth finish with no streaks, no harsh shine. Dry to the touch after 1 minute.

3. Longevity:

I applied to the interior surfaces of my `03 Corvette about 2 weeks ago and they still look the same as they did the day I applied them.

4. UV Protection:

The spray bottle label claims the following:

Revolutionary nonotechnology formula combined with Sun- Sto p ? provides the highest level of UVA/UVB protection for leather, vinyl, rubber and plastic surfaces.

5. Scent:

This is the best part!!! It has that LEATHER scent. Reminds me very much of Zaino Z10 "Leather in a Bottle".

6. Amount used:

Very little is needed... 2 light sprays did the one entire seat.

7. Availability:

Like most Turtle Wax products, F21 SP is available at almost any Auto Parts Store and, of course, Walmart!

8. Price:

Cheap. 32 oz is about $6.50 at Walmart.

9. Similar product comparison:

Here`s where I`ll get into trouble. I`m going to compare this product with 303 Protectant. Now I know that 303 is the "benchmark" for interior protectant products. It has the perfect, non-streak, UV protected finish. All true.

If F21 SP isn`t just as good, it`s darn close.

10. Recommendation:

Highly recommended.

11. Overview:

I have always been skeptical of TW products ever since the days of the original TW Paste Wax products that you put on your car, they left a nasty white crust, that you had to scrape off and the car ended up looking worse after that before!

But, as you can deduce from my review, I really like this stuff!

And, if you give it a try and disagree, please send your un-used portions to me. I`ll gladly take them off your hands.

P.S. Excellent for tires too.

**Tuck91** · 09-19-2009, 10:59 PM

Hey Bill, nice honest review :smile:

I was actually at Lowes a couple weeks ago and they had it on sale for $1.50.

**imported_Luster** · 09-19-2009, 11:02 PM

Originally Posted by CamoZ71

I was actually at Lowes a couple weeks ago and they had it on sale for $1.50.

Hmmmm... I wonder what that means. (?) You think someone has found something in it that destroys vinyl and plastic?

:smile:

**David Fermani** · 09-20-2009, 09:14 AM

Great review, but regardless of the results, I`m still not going to use it. If there`s a TW product out there that is acceptable, there`s 10 others that are just as good, if not better.

**imported_User Name** · 09-20-2009, 06:12 PM

Originally Posted by David Fermani

Great review, but regardless of the results, I`m still not going to use it. If there`s a TW product out there that is acceptable, there`s 10 others that are just as good, if not better.

Trying to make sense of this... okay I can`t.

Next...

Luster,

Great review and very useful. I think my biggest apprehension with such a product is that I would get the weeks of oily feel, one would get with the old Armor All products.

Interestingly, I`ve never been overwhelmed with 303 and more often than not, I opt for Meguiar`s Interior Detailer because it leaves my finish with a simple clean look, no shine, and just a clean smell.

Although... your description of Z-10 has got me interested! LOL

**imported_Luster** · 09-20-2009, 07:53 PM

Interesting that some folks would not buy a product just because it`s made by Turtle Wax, regardless of how good it is.

:smile: No problem... everyone has a right to their opinion!

Originally Posted by User Name

I think my biggest apprehension with such a product is that I would get the weeks of oily feel, one would get with the old Armor All products.

My first thought exactly. I did a test patch and, as stated in my review... DRY to the touch.:thumbup:

.. your description of Z-10 has got me interested! LOL

Z-10 = Excellent leather conditioner. Keep in mind that it is concentrated and fairly thick. Therefore, if the leather is perforated with tiny holes, Z-10 will clog up the holes. That being said, IMO it`s the best leather conditioner on the market. (Strong opinion true.....):drool5:

Then why not use Z-10 all the time?
1. Price.
2. It clogs up the holes.

**Junebug** · 09-21-2009, 09:29 AM

Thanks for the review, I have to go to Lowes this afternoon and I`ll see if they have it. I have 303 but only use it on weather stripping, it`s too greasy for my taste.

**Junebug** · 09-21-2009, 11:55 AM

Hey Dave - "You`re the new king of ignorant blanket statements. "

Sorry, but after blasting Jake about buffers, I figured you could use a little sauce from kettle.

**David Fermani** · 09-21-2009, 12:17 PM

Sorry you`re so emotional about Turtle Wax all the time. I didn`t know you were that much of a die hard fan. You`d make a great TW spokesman for Lowes Car Care. :clap:

**Jack Kruer** · 09-21-2009, 02:25 PM

Play nice gentleman...
I am not sure about the Turtle Wax stuff as it has been years since I gave them a thought. My requirements for interior dressing are exactly like Bill`s. I cannot stand to have a lot of "shine" on interior parts. I am a big fan of our own Blackfire interior Cleaner, http://www.properautocare.com/blincl2.html and Blackfire Interior Protectant http://www.properautocare.com/blinpr.html and the products from einszett http://www.properautocare.com/1zeinszett.html Both of these brands are quite the low profile heros of interior cleaning and protecting. If you have ever wanted to try them now is the time.

jk

**Mustangous** · 09-21-2009, 03:25 PM

I dont care who makes it, if you like it and it works for you, especially if its cheap, thats great!

Good review Bill! For $6.50, definitly work a try! :thumbup:

**imported_User Name** · 09-21-2009, 06:26 PM

I`m lost.

**Mustangous** · 09-21-2009, 08:12 PM

Originally Posted by User Name

I`m lost.

Read post #4....

**imported_Stokdgs** · 09-21-2009, 10:04 PM

Regarding using Zaino Z10 Leather in a bottle - if you want to make it work inside on plastics, you have to mix it with some Z-16 Tire Dressing, to make a Z26 ! You can add more Z10 or more Z16 to suit your exact needs.

I dont believe it will ever be Satin but then everyone`s definition of Satin may be different anyway, right ?

I like to use it sometimes because it always works and leaves that leather smell in the car too..
I just got some Einzett cockpit plastic cleaner from here and will be trying it out soon.

DanF