LONGEST LASTING TRIM RESTORER FOR YOU CAR - How to fix faded black plastic on cars

What is the longest lasting trim restorer for you car? I applied 5 of the top trim restoration products on my vehicle over 2 years ago and the other day when i was getting my van ready for work, i noticed a big difference in the appearance of where I applied those products. So, in todays video we will reveal which products for your cars black trim lasted the longest... ENJOY!!!

PRODUCTS USED IN THIS VIDEO:

TIME CODES:
0:00 - LONGEST LASTING TRIM RESTORER FOR YOU CAR
0:15 - Results after 2 years
2:30 - Lithium Trim Cubes
2:51 - Cera Trim
3:24 - Solution Finish
4:16 - Wipe New
4:30 - CeraKote Trim Coat
5:21 - New Trim Restore Products
7:09 - Final Thoughts

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[Mike-In-O-Town]

After watching your prior video, I bought and installed Cerakote Trim Coat on my 2001 Ford F150. Lots of faded black trim on that truck, and a large black hard tonneau as well. That was approximately 6 months ago here in rainy Central Florida, and it still looks terrific. I'm very pleased with the product and the outcome, with two caveats. One, its expensive if you have a lot of black trim to treat and have to buy the wipes (I used an entire box doing my truck). That additional cost might be negated a bit given how long/well it wears. And two, if you accidentally get it on glass, paint, or other trim you don't want it on, stop 'immediately' and wipe it off. It flashes really quick in warmer weather and once it does, you aren't going to get it off. I even tried lacquer thinner on a window I got it on and it still wouldn't come off. Again, I'm overall very pleased with it.

[jeffreymark]

I've applied Cerakote's Trim Restore. IMO the key is to properly prep and apply it in ideal conditions. Thus far my client has had it for over 4 months and gets compliments all the time on her Jeep. It lives outside and doesn't get washed often. Looking forward to the Spring to do my SUV's black cladding.

[maxcichon]

I applied Cera-Kote (sp?) to the trim on my 2015 MKX 2 years ago, and it is washed weekly. Still looks GREAT!

[NO_OPEC_NO_PROBLEM]

Awesome!!! I bought Cerakote based off your review 6mo ago, so far it looks fantastic! I coated 4 of our vehicles with it, they all are holding up like a champ. Finally someone not dogging on Cerakote. So far their Ceramic coating is holding up too. Haters gonna hate.

[Darkcruzer]

thank you for the update! looking forward to new tests.
i still dont understand why your page hasnt blown up. way more real testing, unbiased than someone like pan

[alexbrier]

Have never used the lithium products but have had great success with the cerakote stuff. Had the trim coat on much of the plastic for over a year and still looks almost new

[alanf]

Two years ago I used Cerakote trim on our then 18 year old Corollas. On all exterior black plastic trim including windshield cowl. Still looks like the day I put them on. Amazing. Where I live we have winter weather and summers as high as about 32 Celsius (90 Fahrenheit)

[eddiearaya]

Thanks Josh! Great follow up to the video 2 years ago, so insightful. More videos like this please. I can't wait to see the winner of the Lithium Trim Cubes VS. Cerakote Trim Coat.

[neilwalker]

Lithium cubes are awesome and the Cerakote looks good too. I also like the Gtechnique C4 and I just bought the McKees ceramic trim restorer which I have not tried yet. Thank you for the video!

[NewYorkCity]

Lithium Car Care Trim Cubes and Cerakote Trim Coat were the 2 equally best that lasted longest. You're welcome. :-)

[Gumshoe]

Put cerakote on a Rav4 that was a year old-cleaned plastic with dawn spray and soft brush to remove all oils and dirt before applying and it still looks great. Only drawback, the wipes were not consistent-some wet and others not so much.

[Mrrizzo]

Those original videos are how I noticed your channel and made me subscribe. LOL. Everytime I would see that van in recent videos in the background I always try to see how they are holding up, lol.

[Honderrez]

This video came out Just in time.. my 90 civic wagon has front and back black plastic bumper and side trim that gets faded in the rain and sun.. this info will come in handy..

[marcg]

Lithium and Cerakote were predictable winners based on what I've seen. Thank you for the confirmation.

[jeffc]

I'd like to see if you can reapply the Lithium Trim Cubes over itself and see any new improvement.

The selling point for me with Solution Finish has been the ability to reapply when it eventually fades more. Most trim coatings seal up the plastic permanently.

[lariahstockton]

Great content my guy. Real case study longevity if you ask me!

[chrishendley]

Josh, try that black stuff. (That’s the name) I put it on an avalanche 6months ago and it still black black

[patwalker]

I put Turtle Wax Graphene Acrylic trim Restorer on my F150 which is parked in the elements 24/7. That was a year ago and it's still holding up. So cheap and so good.

[grandmastert]

I’m so glad you did this result video. I’ve been thinking about adding trim restoration to my business so thank you

[Danielxperez]

Josh, you’ve been my favorite and most helpful detailing channel on this platform for a while now! What is your recommendation for a cost effective paint sealant that’s cheaper than bead maker?