Cleaning Wood on Dash and Trim
07-22-2008, 05:23 AM
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What do you use to clean the wood on the dash and doors, etc. I don't want it all streaked up so I was thinking water is out of the question. Honestly I have no clue what to use so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
07-23-2008, 06:07 AM
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Originally Posted by Taxg8r00' post='629773' date='Jul 22 2008, 08:23 AM
What do you use to clean the wood on the dash and doors, etc. I don't want it all streaked up so I was thinking water is out of the question. Honestly I have no clue what to use so any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
07-23-2008, 06:13 AM
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I just use a microfiber cloth for dusting with nothing on it.
I have some fine scratches that must have been caused by the previous owners attempts and tried the plastic polish to remove them but I haven't spent the time to get it to work.
I have some fine scratches that must have been caused by the previous owners attempts and tried the plastic polish to remove them but I haven't spent the time to get it to work.
07-23-2008, 06:31 AM
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My Ride: 2007 550i. Sapphire Black Metallic/Auburn Leather/Anthracite trim. Sport/Comfort Access/Navigation/Satellite/HD Radio/HUD/Premium Sound/M Aero Kit/with 50% tint sides & rear. 19" Style 166s.
Originally Posted by Brit_in_NJ' post='630638' date='Jul 23 2008, 10:13 AM
I just use a microfiber cloth for dusting with nothing on it.
I have some fine scratches that must have been caused by the previous owners attempts and tried the plastic polish to remove them but I haven't spent the time to get it to work.
I have some fine scratches that must have been caused by the previous owners attempts and tried the plastic polish to remove them but I haven't spent the time to get it to work.
You can go a little more aggressive with moderately applying Brasso metal polish followed up with the plastic polish. I've used that successfully to remove deeper scratches.
07-27-2008, 12:16 PM
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My Ride: 2008 528i, Space Grey, Nav, PDC, Premium, Sports, Grey Leather, Xenon, Cornering...
I just use the detailing spray that I use on my car... Works great with microfiber...
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07-29-2008, 05:23 AM
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I've found many interior cleaners will leave the streaks as does water usually. But I got my sample pack from Finish Kare (wanted to try a few products I haven't used before) and there interior cleaner 108 Top Kote does an excellent job and leaves no streaks. Cheap also, $16 for 31 oz. will last you a long time.
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My Ride: 2006 550i - Metallic Mystic Blue, Sport Package, STEPTRONIC Auto Transmission, Leather Interior, Power Front Seats w/Lumbar Support, Xeonon Head Lights (Angel Eyes), Park Distance Control (PDC), 6-CD Changer, Adaptive Head Light, SIRIUS Satellite Radio, Professional Radio, Premium Sound Package 13-Speakers Logic 7, Weather Band Radio, Voice Control (for Bluetooth Telephone Operatoin), 18" Run Flats, Rain-Sensing Wipers, Front/Rear Heated Seats, Flat Tire Monitor (FTM), Moonroof, Fold Down Rear Seats, Hardwired Valentine One
I use a microfiber towel as well.. Typically, I just use water on the towel then wipe it down with a clean/dry microfiber towel. I also do the same thing to the leather seats...I've had a bad experience with chemicals on my 540i/6's leather seats in the past...
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