Whats the Best Interior Cleaner & Protectant?

**NWClassicDetail** · 12-05-2012, 01:40 AM

Trying to figure out the best interior cleaner and protectant, having too many problems with what im using

**colinpd137** · 12-05-2012, 01:44 AM

From my experience, the best products I`ve used are..

Blackfire Interior Cleaner
Blackfire Interior Protect
303 Aerospace
Meguiars Ultimate Protectant
APC (Blackfire/Pinnacle)

**CH.Detailing** · 12-05-2012, 01:52 AM

Originally Posted by NWClassicDetail

Trying to figure out the best interior cleaner and protectant, having too many problems with what im using

What are you currently using? What problems are you having?

Best is an entirely subjective way to assess a product`s effectiveness, so be aware that there is a margin of bias in people`s responses (my own included).

For a cleaner, are you looking for something to do light duty cleaning? Heavy grime removal? Maintenance cleaning? Should I assume hard surfaces only (not something tailored for fabric or carpet).

With a protectant, what characteristics are desirable to you? Natural look? High gloss? Satin sheen? Durability? How it affects surface feel?

**NWClassicDetail** · 12-05-2012, 02:23 AM

Originally Posted by CH.Detailing

What are you currently using? What problems are you having?

Best is an entirely subjective way to assess a product`s effectiveness, so be aware that there is a margin of bias in people`s responses (my own included).

For a cleaner, are you looking for something to do light duty cleaning? Heavy grime removal? Maintenance cleaning? Should I assume hard surfaces only (not something tailored for fabric or carpet).

With a protectant, what characteristics are desirable to you? Natural look? High gloss? Satin sheen? Durability? How it affects surface feel?

Well im using cheap stuff so that to me is an obvious problem, and it just wasnt doing the job good enough.
As a cleaner looking for both heavy grime removal & maintenance cleaning, and yes intended for hard surfaces. Im trying to get a good scented product thatll keep hard surfaces well protected. I guess just depending on if i want a high gloss or a natural look i could go with either one.

**TacoHerder** · 12-05-2012, 02:31 AM

I love my Chemical Guys InnerClean for surfaces and megs APC can be used to clean the carpet.

**colinpd137** · 12-05-2012, 03:02 AM

Originally Posted by CH.Detailing

What are you currently using? What problems are you having?

Best is an entirely subjective way to assess a product`s effectiveness, so be aware that there is a margin of bias in people`s responses (my own included).

Yeah good point, those are just "my opinions" as i`m sure there will be many more. Honestly you couldn`t go wrong with any of these brands sold on this website. (ie: PBMG/CG/Megs/ect)

**CH.Detailing** · 12-05-2012, 11:25 AM

Here are my suggestions,

For maintenance I like to use Meguiars Quick Interior Detailer. It cleans dust and light smudges easily, has a fresh scent to it, and leaves a little bit of protection behind. Plus you can order it by the gallon!

For a stronger interior cleaner, try Meguiars APC+. You can use it for a variety of tasks based on the dilution ratio, and its very affordable.

For a good protectant, I like to use 303 Aerospace Protectant (no shine/low shine) or CarPro PERL (low shine/satin shine). These two products can be used on the inside of the car or the outside which adds to their versatility, and PERL can be diluted for use on different surfaces which makes it a great value.

Hope this helps!

**Beemerboy** · 12-05-2012, 11:29 AM

For cleaning Poorboys APC ( it`s a detergent based cleaner) on a 10 to 1 ratio for plastics, vinyls and such.

Leatherique for leather

Poorboys Natural look for dressings and leatherique for protection or PB Leather stuff.

**PA DETAILER** · 12-05-2012, 11:38 AM

Detailer`s Pro Series Interior Surface Protectant

DP INTERIOR PROTECTANT.

what is great about this product is that it has a mild cleaner. leaves a non greasy finish. my "go to" interior protectant.

**Bunky** · 12-05-2012, 11:43 AM

I really have no favorite cleaners just due to cleaning ability. I use DP Total Interior Cleaner, CG InnerClean, 1z Cockpit Premium, Mothers VLR.

For protectants, Mothers VLR (one step), Mothers Protectant, DP Total Interior Protectant.

I typically decide which one depending on the mood.

**dc52nv** · 12-05-2012, 04:01 PM

Originally Posted by PA DETAILER

Detailer`s Pro Series Interior Surface Protectant

DP INTERIOR PROTECTANT.

what is great about this product is that it has a mild cleaner. leaves a non greasy finish. my "go to" interior protectant.

I recently received a sample bottle of this cleaner. Can`t wait to try it out. I typically use PB APC deluted 15:1 and has worked great.

**dd1101** · 12-05-2012, 09:54 PM

Me personally, I like the Blackifire Combo. Cleaner does a great job even on the dirtiest interiors, and the protectant leaves a great dry sheen.

http://www.autopiaforums.com/forums/...rotectant.html

**golden1** · 12-05-2012, 10:10 PM

Meguiars Ultimate Protectant

**jacoboram** · 03-19-2013, 10:16 AM

Originally Posted by CH.Detailing

Here are my suggestions,

For maintenance I like to use Meguiars Quick Interior Detailer. It cleans dust and light smudges easily, has a fresh scent to it, and leaves a little bit of protection behind. Plus you can order it by the gallon!

For a stronger interior cleaner, try Meguiars APC+. You can use it for a variety of tasks based on the dilution ratio, and its very affordable.

For a good protectant, I like to use 303 Aerospace Protectant (no shine/low shine) or CarPro PERL (low shine/satin shine). These two products can be used on the inside of the car or the outside which adds to their versatility, and PERL can be diluted for use on different surfaces which makes it a great value.

Hope this helps!

I totally agree with you, thank you for this useful and valuable reply.