Heavy Rubber Carpet Mats

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Katiescar

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Had this sealant applied to a black Yukon (2001). Has not met my expectations. Will a Dawn wash strip it off. DO I need something else to get it off. Actually it looks like after several very heavy rainstorms and one good wash most of it has dulled off anyway. Thanks.



I plan on applying something myself - just haven't decided what to use yet.



Katie
 
I would wash twice with Dawn if you want to be extra sure.



You make not like the idea but I have used mineral spirits. It a really weak form of paint thinner that is safe for car paint.
 
Dawn might not strip it off. Dont use mineral spriits to strip a sealent. Use: abrasive polish, AutoInt's ABC system, or alcohol.
 
2 washes with Dawn should do it. Let the soap sit on the car for a bit. Isopropyl Alcohol (rubbing alcohol) is also great for this task.
 
Hi all,I have some mats that are designed to catch water or snow in winter.How to clean them I do not have a clue.I have tried to use a pressure washer and they ended up just as dirty as when I started.The pattern on the mats is a criss cross fashion,that divides the mat into small (1inch) squares.Has anyone have any ideas?They are a bit of a mess.

Thanks!
 
On my Subaru I have rubber weathat mats. I just wet them with low pressure, spray some APC and agitate and clean them with a brush, when I finish I just rinse and blow dry :)
 
yalerd said:
On my Subaru I have rubber weathat mats. I just wet them with low pressure, spray some APC and agitate and clean them with a brush, when I finish I just rinse and blow dry :)
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I use the same method.

1. Rinse off all the "big chunks".
2. Spray liberally with APC/let soak 3-4 minutes
3. Scrub with a tire brush
4. Rinse
5. Dry with leaf blower or in the driveway in the sun.

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Optimum Power Clean is an amazing APC (all purpose cleaner) that does wonders for floor mats such as you are asking about.

Rinse, spray liberally with solution, scrub with a semi-stiff brush, rinse, shake off as much water as possible, then towel dry to avoid water spots.
 
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