When doing an interior do you ask your customers if they want dressing?

**imported_NHBFAN** · 12-25-2003, 08:01 AM

I know plenty people don`t like the sheen of Armoll type products.

Do you specifically ask them if they want their dash/vinyl dressed?

**bigguy** · 12-25-2003, 10:53 AM

If you are using a shining product, do ask you customer. I used a shining product once and it nearly blind me in sun light.

**imported_Cujo31** · 12-25-2003, 05:45 PM

I only use products that leave a natural type finish such as Poorboys Natural Look, or 303, even Megs #40 lightly.

Cujo

**quamen** · 12-25-2003, 07:27 PM

i only like a natural look. the greasy stuff is for those cheap quickie details that shop do, to make it look clean etc. soft and natural the way to roll

**imported_NHBFAN** · 12-25-2003, 07:28 PM

Originally posted by Cujo31

I only use products that leave a natural type finish such as Poorboys Natural Look, or 303, even Megs #40 lightly.

Cujo

I`ve never tried PB Natural Look, but even 303 has more sheen than some people want on their dash.

**Scottwax** · 12-25-2003, 07:48 PM

I use stuff that leaves a more natural sheen. Most of those with BMWs tend to not want anything and to get any sheen on the dash of newer Bimmers you have to use some really oily stuff since the dashes have more of a matte finish.

**Turbonator** · 12-26-2003, 07:13 AM

i give the customer their choice of low gloss, medium gloss, or high gloss. all of which have uv protection, but even still some people want their interiors just wiped down with a damp cloth.

**imported_NHBFAN** · 12-26-2003, 08:17 AM

Originally posted by sonnydaze1

i give the customer their choice of low gloss, medium gloss, or high gloss. all of which have uv protection, but even still some people want their interiors just wiped down with a damp cloth.

What product do you use for your "low gloss" option?

**imported_ajbarnes** · 12-26-2003, 08:49 AM

I apply a more natural sheen cleaner and dressing.

I agree that going with that ulta sheen super brite blind your eyes dressing just looks like your trying to hide something, and also puts you in the classification as one of those volume based detailer`s. :nono

I apply Meg`s to make my customer`s vehicle look natural, soft, and with a light sheen. :xyxthumbs

**Turbonator** · 12-26-2003, 05:57 PM

i use Pro Wax`s Clear Rubber Dressing diluted 3:1. i don`t particularly care for it cuz it`s mostly water and it`s hard to see what you`ve wiped. i call it no gloss, but some of my clients like it so i give`em the option.

**imported_mirrorfinishman** · 12-28-2003, 09:37 AM

Originally posted by NHBFAN

I know plenty people don`t like the sheen of Armoll type products.

Do you specifically ask them if they want their dash/vinyl dressed?

NHBFAN,

No, in most cases I do not ask customers `if they want their dash/vinyl dressed`.

As a detailing professional it is my feeling that my customers expect me to know what`s best for their vehicle.

Here are my thoughts on the use of dressing on the dash/vinyl:

1- On most newer vehicles, less than five years old, I do not use dressing on the dash/vinyl. I simply wipe the surface with a clean, slightly damp, cloth.

2- On older vehicles, more than five years old, I use dressing only as needed to enhance the appearance.

Just some additional thoughts...

**Scottwax** · 12-28-2003, 10:49 AM

Originally posted by mirrorfinishman

NHBFAN,

No, in most cases I do not ask customers `if they want their dash/vinyl dressed`.

As a detailing professional it is my feeling that my customers expect me to know what`s best for their vehicle.

It`s been my experience that if the customer does not want any vinyl dressing, they will tell you. Otherwise, they expect it.

**imported_NHBFAN** · 12-28-2003, 10:52 AM

I guess also you can see if the dash has previously been treated. I think you can identify a "virigin" dash by visual inspection.

**imported_mirrorfinishman** · 12-28-2003, 11:10 AM

Originally posted by NHBFAN

I guess also you can see if the dash has previously been treated. I think you can identify a "virigin" dash by visual inspection.

NHBFAN,

Hey, now you`ve got it!

That`s the idea behind not applying dressing to newer cars. I certainly wouldn`t want to create an `unwanted shiney` dash.

You`ll find that most newer cars have never had dressing applied. Unless otherwise instructed; it`s best to keep it that way.

It`s always better to be safe and use caution. I can`t imagine trying to remove unwanted dressing.

**AdamJoe** · 12-29-2003, 09:37 AM

I like to mix a little woolite (about a teaspoon) to a quart of warm water. then use a soft bristle brush to thouroughly wash interior. The result is a very clean surface with little or no gloss, but materials feel rejuvinated.