magic eraser on interior plastic

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nonsensez9

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OK... so it's bad mojo to use the magic eraser on leather.



But can it be used on interior plastic trim. I have some marks that I cannot remove with soap and water. These would be tire marks that I got from hauling some spares around one day.
 
nonsensez9 said:
OK... so it's bad mojo to use the magic eraser on leather.



But can it be used on interior plastic trim. I have some marks that I cannot remove with soap and water. These would be tire marks that I got from hauling some spares around one day.
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You can, just watch how much dye it's taking off. Sometimes it's the only thing that works for me.
 
He11 no, don't try it. Too risky. APC and a brush. pencil eraser, maybe. But I think the Mr. Eraser may take off dye b4 you realize it. I'd even try WD40 before I'd use one. I use 'em don't get me wrong, But never on paint or dyed trim. JMHO
 
integritydetail said:
He11 no, don't try it. Too risky. APC and a brush. pencil eraser, maybe. But I think the Mr. Eraser may take off dye b4 you realize it. I'd even try WD40 before I'd use one. I use 'em don't get me wrong, But never on paint or dyed trim. JMHO
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I would follow his advice first and try APC before hand or a woolite mix.
 
x2 on the APC/brush or the eraser...an eraser will do wonders for stuff like this.....magic erasers are surprisingly strong...i wouldnt try it
 
SpoiledMan said:
Bad idea unless it's down at foot level, not a painted/dyed surface.
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Most plastic trim I've encountered is the same color all the way through unless it is chromed or simulated veneer stuff on a dashboard. Where the plastic is the same all the way through, what kind of marring would the magic eraser leave?
 
Watch out for some of the GM products as they have paint over plastic. Last generation Denali's come to mind.



It *can* leave the surface with a light haze.
 
SpoiledMan said:
Watch out for some of the GM products as they have paint over plastic. Last generation Denali's come to mind.



It *can* leave the surface with a light haze.
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Thanks for the feedback SpoiledMan
 
SpoiledMan said:
Watch out for some of the GM products as they have paint over plastic. Last generation Denali's come to mind.
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Ford too. Leave it to the American companies to paint interior plastic like a 16 year old ricer.
 
We use about 20 magic erasers a week in the shop here. It just takes a bit of common sense as to which panels will haze. I couldn't detail without them.
 
I've had great success with them. I know it is abrasive and only use them wet. With a bit of common sense they can be a lifesaver when nothing else works.
 
I've had very good luck using them, as well. As Tex said, I think it's really a matter of knowing the tool and using it properly. Given the choice of the ME or using a lot of a harsh chemical, I actually think the ME does less damage. I always test it on a surface that will not be seen, that way I know if the dye is going to come up quickly or not.
 
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