How To Clean Chrome Trim

Logan Threare · Wednesday, 17 November 2021

Apr 28th, 2016,07:08 AM #1

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Plastic Chrome Trim Polish

Hi I have to get a polish for the plastic chrome trim on my vehicle. I was wondering if the Dub Metal Polish would work or would something like the hot rims chrome polish be a better option. thanks
Apr 28th, 2016,07:38 AM #2

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Re: Plastic Chrome Trim Polish

I wouldn't use a metal polish for this purpose. Plastic chrome trim is not the same as working with metal.
It is closer to a paint. I would try something like Ultimate Polish or even something like White Wax would probably clean that up nicely.

Make sure you clay it first. The clay will likely clean up the finish as well to an extent.
Apr 28th, 2016,12:18 PM #3

Re: Plastic Chrome Trim Polish

Originally Posted by DasBurninator

I wouldn't use a metal polish for this purpose. Plastic chrome trim is not the same as working with metal.

It is closer to a paint. I would try something like Ultimate Polish or even something like White Wax would probably clean that up nicely.

Make sure you clay it first. The clay will likely clean up the finish as well to an extent.

We would agree with DasBurninator, metals polishes are recommended for polish-able metals only like polished aluminum, true chrome plating, etc. We would not recommend metal polish to be used on the more modern "plastic chrome" trim. We would also agree that what we do recommend is mild products used for paint, you can wax the trim, and if needed, can use products with mild cleaning ability like our Ultimate Polish, Cleaner Wax, Black Wax or White Wax.
Apr 29th, 2016,08:23 AM #4

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Re: Plastic Chrome Trim Polish

I've used the Cleaner Wax (liquid) on plastic chrome and had very good success. It does seem to help with the bug splatter on the plastic chrome mirrors and grille
Apr 29th, 2016,10:03 AM #5

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Re: Plastic Chrome Trim Polish

I used Meguiar's Chrome Cleaner on my chrome clad wheels, after it was recommend here on this site by a Meguiar's person. (can't find the thread) Those chrome clad wheels are only chrome on plastic, and permanently attached to steel wheels. Anyway it worked fine. Wheels looked terrific. Never used it on the other chrome plastic on the car body, but I would think it is the same ie chrome on plastic. That said, I have never used the chrome polish on chromed plastic body parts. For that I just use whatever I am using to wax the car.
May 1st, 2016,09:36 AM #6

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Re: Plastic Chrome Trim Polish

Thanks for the info guys.