Ray@Autogeek
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That's not a typo in the title, you read it right. This isn't a review, it's a Rayview. 
Today I noticed a new product on our shelves, TUF SHINE's Black Restore Kit. The packaging listed some pretty cool features:
Permanently protect and restore faded and chalky trim!
So I went out to the parking lot and found a Dodge Ram truck with trim that looked like it had been used and abused.
TUF SHINE Black Restore Kit
The included instructions state "Surface must be cool and dry. DO NOT APPLY IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT, OR IN COLD TEMPERATURES BELOW 5O DEGREES." So after snapping a few 'before' pics, I pulled the truck into some shade.
Before using TUF SHINE Black Restore, the surface must be cleaned and free of any silicone residue. I opted for a *paint safe* degreaser - Detailer's Cleanse-All Exterior Cleaner.
To get everything surgically clean I followed DP Cleanse-All with an IPA wipe down.
Side by side
*For reference, the Nitrile gloves that are included in the kit perfectly fit my hands. I wear XL Nitrile and American Fit Motorcycle Gloves.
After shaking the bottle well, I applied some product to the included applicator sponge. The product is very thin, so you don't have to squeeze the bottle. The twist cap style bottle makes applying working product a breeze.
Initial application.
First coat.
Impressions: The product has NO smell. Very easy to apply and just like other quality products, LESS is more.
Second Coat.
Color me impressed!! :dblthumb2:
The Black Restore is water based, so they recommend to rinse the sponge afterwards for future use.
I'll keep updating this thread for durability. Thanks for reading!
TUF SHINE Black Restore Kit, trim restorer
Today I noticed a new product on our shelves, TUF SHINE's Black Restore Kit. The packaging listed some pretty cool features:
Permanently protect and restore faded and chalky trim!
- Revitalizes color on tires and trim to restore your vehicles appearance
- Anti-static. Dust won't cling to the surface
- Water based for easy cleanup
So I went out to the parking lot and found a Dodge Ram truck with trim that looked like it had been used and abused.
TUF SHINE Black Restore Kit
The included instructions state "Surface must be cool and dry. DO NOT APPLY IN DIRECT SUNLIGHT, OR IN COLD TEMPERATURES BELOW 5O DEGREES." So after snapping a few 'before' pics, I pulled the truck into some shade.
Before using TUF SHINE Black Restore, the surface must be cleaned and free of any silicone residue. I opted for a *paint safe* degreaser - Detailer's Cleanse-All Exterior Cleaner.
To get everything surgically clean I followed DP Cleanse-All with an IPA wipe down.
Side by side
*For reference, the Nitrile gloves that are included in the kit perfectly fit my hands. I wear XL Nitrile and American Fit Motorcycle Gloves.
After shaking the bottle well, I applied some product to the included applicator sponge. The product is very thin, so you don't have to squeeze the bottle. The twist cap style bottle makes applying working product a breeze.
Initial application.
First coat.
Impressions: The product has NO smell. Very easy to apply and just like other quality products, LESS is more.
Second Coat.
Color me impressed!! :dblthumb2:
The Black Restore is water based, so they recommend to rinse the sponge afterwards for future use.
I'll keep updating this thread for durability. Thanks for reading!
TUF SHINE Black Restore Kit, trim restorer
