How do I remove wax from vinyl trim, plastic cladding, and rubber parts?
The best way to remove wax from vinyl or rubber is to use Meguiar’s #39 Heavy Duty Vinyl Cleaner. #39 will emulsify and breakdown the dry wax residue. If you have a tough time locating #39, any all-purpose cleaner should also do the job. Agitating the cleaner by gently scrubbing the surface with a soft bristle brush, like a toothbrush, can help break up the wax Once you have cleaned the vinyl and/or rubber surface, bring back the natural color and help protect it with an application of a vinyl/rubber conditioner and protectant like NXT Tech ProtectantTM, Natural Shine, Gold Class Vinyl/ Rubber Protectant, M-40 Vinyl and Rubber Cleaner/Conditioner, or Gold Class Trim Detailer.
23. How long do I need to let a wax dry before removing it? 24. I own a convertible, what should I use to clean and maintain the convertible top? 25. How can I get help choosing the right products for my car or boat? 26. Which Meguiar’s products should I use for the vinyl & rubber trim components? Meguiar’s vinyl and rubber protectants are superior to common protectants when it comes to preserving and beautifying both vinyl and rubber components. Unlike most generic protectants on the market that coat-over, and seal dirt and stains into the surface, Meguiar’s protectants are complex formulas that do more than merely leave behind a shiny, artificial looking, slick surface with simple silicones. Meguiar’s understands that before you add protection, you must first remove unwanted dirt and other contaminants that actively work to deteriorate the surface. That’s why many of Meguiar’s vinyl & rubber protectants contain special cleaning agents that loosen, emulsify and remove dirt from the su
