CM8 6MT
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What’s going on guys, CM8 6MT here with another review on an excellent product from the new Mothers 2014 line up.
The Product
Mothers B2B Heavy Duty Trim Cleaner is just that, a trim cleaner. However this isn’t your average cleaner, this product is designed as stated: Restores dull, faded exterior trim & plastic. Let’s take a look inside & see what Mothers has to offer.
Unboxing
Upon unboxing the product, you’ll notice a 12oz bottle & a brush to agitate the surface to be cleaned.
The drip-free gel comes out clear out of the bottle. It has no particular scent, so you can rest assured there wont be a harsh chemical smell.
Product Claims
This product claims it will:
*Restore your exterior trim & plastics to their ORIGINAL like new color.
*Deep cleans, erasing years of neglect. Removes oxidation, dirt, road grime & wax.
*Provides a drip free gel.
Usage
This product is designed to be used on the following:
*Bumpers
*Moldings
*Windshield Cowlings
*Louvers
*Air Vents
*Window Trim
*Wiper Arms
*Mudguards
*Side View Mirror Housings
*Door Handles
*Bed Rails
*Running Boards
*Basically, anything that’s plastic, rubber or vinyl.
Side Note: Areas to be treated don’t have to be Black to obtain superior results.
NOT for use on glossy plastic or painted surfaces.
The Application
Before I start, I want to make clear that this product is NOT a cover up. Second, this is not to be confused with the original Back-to-Black formula, which is a dressing. Once again, don’t let the name of the product deter you. Your trim won’t be masked or stained black like other products. It will restore your trim back to its ORIGINAL factory color.
On my car, I don’t have a lot of plastic trim. I will be testing this product on the little plastic trim I do have: my windshield cowling & side mirror base plates.
As you can see, my windshield cowling is dull & faded. The directions state to apply the product directly onto the brush. I decided to use the supplied brush to clean the hard to reach areas, and treat the rest of the trim with an MF towel. I thoroughly massaged the gel onto the trim, and buffed it off using moderate pressure. Its important not to let the product dry.
The Results
Below is a 50/50 comparison, I was amazed at how well & fast this product works.
Again, this is not a cover up like other products. The treated areas are fully restored to their original new condition & dry to the touch.
This side by side comparison shows just how well this product restored by trim.
Another side by side comparison, this time on my side mirrors.
Conclusion
This product is awesome, as expected coming from Mothers. Once you have restored & cleaned your trim, it’s ready to be protected by your favorite trim sealant. I followed up with Mothers B2B original formula. Some members here bash on that product. The fact of the matter is, unless you haven’t restored your trim; don’t expect it to last long. Applying trim dressing to a dirty, faded trim is the equivalent of applying wax to a dirty car. B2B works amazing, but that will be a topic of a future review. With this new B2B Heavy Duty Trim Cleaner, you can expect any trim sealant/dressing of your choice to last even longer by enabling it to bond to a perfect clean surface.
Final Thoughts
This is a definite must-have, Mothers really hit a home run with this one. They continue to impress me each year with their excellent products. The product retails at about $9.99. Even after two applications, my bottle is still topped off. I was really impressed at how little product it took to restore my faded trim back to its orignal factory color.
Let me know what you guys think!
The Product
Mothers B2B Heavy Duty Trim Cleaner is just that, a trim cleaner. However this isn’t your average cleaner, this product is designed as stated: Restores dull, faded exterior trim & plastic. Let’s take a look inside & see what Mothers has to offer.
Unboxing
Upon unboxing the product, you’ll notice a 12oz bottle & a brush to agitate the surface to be cleaned.
The drip-free gel comes out clear out of the bottle. It has no particular scent, so you can rest assured there wont be a harsh chemical smell.
Product Claims
This product claims it will:
*Restore your exterior trim & plastics to their ORIGINAL like new color.
*Deep cleans, erasing years of neglect. Removes oxidation, dirt, road grime & wax.
*Provides a drip free gel.
Usage
This product is designed to be used on the following:
*Bumpers
*Moldings
*Windshield Cowlings
*Louvers
*Air Vents
*Window Trim
*Wiper Arms
*Mudguards
*Side View Mirror Housings
*Door Handles
*Bed Rails
*Running Boards
*Basically, anything that’s plastic, rubber or vinyl.
Side Note: Areas to be treated don’t have to be Black to obtain superior results.
NOT for use on glossy plastic or painted surfaces.
The Application
Before I start, I want to make clear that this product is NOT a cover up. Second, this is not to be confused with the original Back-to-Black formula, which is a dressing. Once again, don’t let the name of the product deter you. Your trim won’t be masked or stained black like other products. It will restore your trim back to its ORIGINAL factory color.
On my car, I don’t have a lot of plastic trim. I will be testing this product on the little plastic trim I do have: my windshield cowling & side mirror base plates.
As you can see, my windshield cowling is dull & faded. The directions state to apply the product directly onto the brush. I decided to use the supplied brush to clean the hard to reach areas, and treat the rest of the trim with an MF towel. I thoroughly massaged the gel onto the trim, and buffed it off using moderate pressure. Its important not to let the product dry.
The Results
Below is a 50/50 comparison, I was amazed at how well & fast this product works.
Again, this is not a cover up like other products. The treated areas are fully restored to their original new condition & dry to the touch.
This side by side comparison shows just how well this product restored by trim.
Another side by side comparison, this time on my side mirrors.
Conclusion
This product is awesome, as expected coming from Mothers. Once you have restored & cleaned your trim, it’s ready to be protected by your favorite trim sealant. I followed up with Mothers B2B original formula. Some members here bash on that product. The fact of the matter is, unless you haven’t restored your trim; don’t expect it to last long. Applying trim dressing to a dirty, faded trim is the equivalent of applying wax to a dirty car. B2B works amazing, but that will be a topic of a future review. With this new B2B Heavy Duty Trim Cleaner, you can expect any trim sealant/dressing of your choice to last even longer by enabling it to bond to a perfect clean surface.
Final Thoughts
This is a definite must-have, Mothers really hit a home run with this one. They continue to impress me each year with their excellent products. The product retails at about $9.99. Even after two applications, my bottle is still topped off. I was really impressed at how little product it took to restore my faded trim back to its orignal factory color.
Let me know what you guys think!
