magic eraser on interior plastic

**nonsensez9** · 03-11-2008, 05:57 PM

OK... so it`s bad mojo to use the magic eraser on leather.

But can it be used on interior plastic trim. I have some marks that I cannot remove with soap and water. These would be tire marks that I got from hauling some spares around one day.

**OCKlasse** · 03-11-2008, 06:00 PM

Originally Posted by nonsensez9

OK... so it`s bad mojo to use the magic eraser on leather.

But can it be used on interior plastic trim. I have some marks that I cannot remove with soap and water. These would be tire marks that I got from hauling some spares around one day.

You can, just watch how much dye it`s taking off. Sometimes it`s the only thing that works for me.

**Chris@Optimum** · 03-11-2008, 06:14 PM

He11 no, don`t try it. Too risky. APC and a brush. pencil eraser, maybe. But I think the Mr. Eraser may take off dye b4 you realize it. I`d even try WD40 before I`d use one. I use `em don`t get me wrong, But never on paint or dyed trim. JMHO

**OCKlasse** · 03-11-2008, 06:33 PM

Originally Posted by integritydetail

He11 no, don`t try it. Too risky. APC and a brush. pencil eraser, maybe. But I think the Mr. Eraser may take off dye b4 you realize it. I`d even try WD40 before I`d use one. I use `em don`t get me wrong, But never on paint or dyed trim. JMHO

I would follow his advice first and try APC before hand or a woolite mix.

**SpoiledMan** · 03-11-2008, 08:43 PM

Bad idea unless it`s down at foot level, not a painted/dyed surface.

**jordanrossbell** · 03-11-2008, 11:24 PM

x2 on the APC/brush or the eraser...an eraser will do wonders for stuff like this.....magic erasers are surprisingly strong...i wouldnt try it

**Rob22315** · 03-12-2008, 05:53 AM

Originally Posted by SpoiledMan

Bad idea unless it`s down at foot level, not a painted/dyed surface.

Most plastic trim I`ve encountered is the same color all the way through unless it is chromed or simulated veneer stuff on a dashboard. Where the plastic is the same all the way through, what kind of marring would the magic eraser leave?

**SpoiledMan** · 03-12-2008, 08:01 AM

Watch out for some of the GM products as they have paint over plastic. Last generation Denali`s come to mind.

It *can* leave the surface with a light haze.

**Rob22315** · 03-12-2008, 07:28 PM

Originally Posted by SpoiledMan

Watch out for some of the GM products as they have paint over plastic. Last generation Denali`s come to mind.

It *can* leave the surface with a light haze.

Thanks for the feedback SpoiledMan

**SpoiledMan** · 03-12-2008, 11:49 PM

Glad to help.

**FASN8N** · 03-13-2008, 11:24 AM

Dow Bathroom cleaner with scrubbing bubbles will do the trick. Great on carpet too.

**3liter6** · 04-04-2008, 03:04 AM

Originally Posted by SpoiledMan

Watch out for some of the GM products as they have paint over plastic. Last generation Denali`s come to mind.

Ford too. Leave it to the American companies to paint interior plastic like a 16 year old ricer.

**EBPcivicsi** · 04-04-2008, 07:42 AM

We use about 20 magic erasers a week in the shop here. It just takes a bit of common sense as to which panels will haze. I couldn`t detail without them.

**RTexasF** · 04-04-2008, 08:00 AM

I`ve had great success with them. I know it is abrasive and only use them wet. With a bit of common sense they can be a lifesaver when nothing else works.