CHAPIN33

Does anybody know how to keep the wood areas clean and shiny without scratching them. will microfiber towels scratch it? what liquid product can i use?
thanks in advance!

CHRISIS

iTrader: (1)

An interior quik detailer would work well. Microfiber won't scratch it as long as its clean and high quality. Some people recommend using pledge but I'm not sure how well it works.

SParker1tx

Ive wondered the same thing. On the dark wood on the center console of the IS X50's there is a billlllion tiny scratches all over it!! You cant really seem them unless you have the light shining in the correct angle but when you can I mean holy crap!! How can I get rid of them??

tmf2004

iTrader: (15)

I've used pledge on my GS on the all the wood areas.. No scratches and leaves the wood shiny and smooth.. Try a little area first if your hesitant.. GL..

CHAPIN33

are you talking about the pledge for home cleaning?

GSteg

iTrader: (15)

Pledge works fine.

cino135

used ,and have been told plain windex works just fine as well.

yESman

Klasse AIO is the best product. Apply with microfiber and the wipe off.

Neither Pledge nor Windex is recommended.

CHRISIS

iTrader: (1)

Just wondering, how come Pledge is not recommended? Does it have any effects on the trim?

yESman

Pledge is not a sealant so it will not be as durable and the cleaning agents are not as good as AIO.

Windex will yellow things and leaves residue.

GSteg

iTrader: (15)

I use pledge as a cleaner and it works for me.

cino135

have used both before, but found that pledge tended to streak more than i liked. have also been told that the ammonia in windex can wear down the gloss on the woodgrain. but again, i have used both for a number of years, switching between the two, and have had no problems to date. ( have done this in my past two cars )

tmf2004

iTrader: (15)

Pledge is made for real wood. Just put some on a microfiber towel and rub gently on the wood.. It really shines the wood and doesn't leave ant scratches.. GL

yESman

Therein lies the problem as the Lexus wood is covered with a polymer. You want a cleanser sealant like Klasse AIO for best results.

lexusnutt

yESman, you are right about that...

What I've done with great results is to use Plast-X to remove the fine scratches and a light paste wax to shine it up. Important to use a good buffing cloth!