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Old 12-07-09, 10:35 PM
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hey guys. i have the all-purpose floor mats for my car (the rubber mats). anyone know of a good product to not only clean it but also give it that dark look? mine kinda looks faded. thanks.
Old 12-07-09, 10:49 PM
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Originally Posted by psychosane
hey guys. i have the all-purpose floor mats for my car (the rubber mats). anyone know of a good product to not only clean it but also give it that dark look? mine kinda looks faded. thanks.
Just spray einszett Plastic Cleaner on the mats after vacuuming them. Let the cleaner sit for about a minute and then agitate with a soft brush. Wipe the mats clean with a microfiber towel. Condition using einszett Vinyl Rubber Care by spraying the mat, letting the product sit for about a minute, then wiping the excess with a clean microfiber towel. Simple, easy, and effective. It won't break the bank either.


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I follow a similar cleaning approach with Meguiar's APC. Spray, agitate with a tire brush, let dwell for a couple minutes and rinse off. I dry them with a towel and follow with Meguiar's #40 rubber/vinyl cleaner/conditioner which leaves them looking factory new again. This also does not leave them slippery.

If you have any stubborn stains, like tar, Meguiar's #39, Heavy Duty Vinyl Cleaner, will usually tackle it.
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I use a similar method as the first reply's suggestion.
Just order a bottle of einszett vinyl and rubber cleaner and the protector as well. You should be set from there.
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thanks all. imma clean my car tomorrow and pick up that product.
Old 12-09-09, 05:57 AM
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Originally Posted by jfelbab
I follow a similar cleaning approach with Meguiar's APC. Spray, agitate with a tire brush, let dwell for a couple minutes and rinse off. I dry them with a towel and follow with Meguiar's #40 rubber/vinyl cleaner/conditioner which leaves them looking factory new again. This also does not leave them slippery.

If you have any stubborn stains, like tar, Meguiar's #39, Heavy Duty Vinyl Cleaner, will usually tackle it.
This is usually my approach as well, you get alot more for your money with the Meguiars Pro Line.

Meguiar's D101 All Purpose Cleaner - $15 however you dilute it for your purpose, so essentially your buying 50+ gallons.
http://classic-motoring.stores.yahoo...llpucl1ga.html

Meguiar’s No. 40 Vinyl & Rubber Cleaner & Protectant
http://classic-motoring.stores.yahoo...sno40vinr.html

Hope this helps!
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Thanks for sharing..
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