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cheekyage
02-06-2018, 03:12 AM
Hi guys
What kind of brush can I use when cleaning trim and badges that are on the paint surface?
I don’t want to use something that could potentially scratch or mark the paint.
Thanks!
GEM65
02-06-2018, 04:17 AM
I prefer to heavily hose down the area or pressure wash prior touching any painted surface to avoid scratches.
Any soft detail brush that autogeek carries will do the job
detailsbydennis
02-06-2018, 06:13 AM
A soft dental toothbrush works
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Calendyr
02-06-2018, 02:12 PM
I use a soft 1 inch round paintbrush. If you soak the surface with soap, and you don't apply much pressure, there is no reason you would damage the paint. You could also use steam, that would not damage anything either.
RTexasF
02-06-2018, 07:20 PM
Famous Detailing Brush (https://www.autogeek.net/boars-hair-detailing-brush.html)
wing commander
02-06-2018, 10:38 PM
I prefer to heavily hose down the area or pressure wash prior touching any painted surface to avoid scratches.
Any soft detail brush that autogeek carries will do the job
This is good advice however some brushes that are marketed as soft will scratch. This brush taught me the hard way Mothers Detail Brush Set cleans crevices and creases inside your car. Mother Detail Brush Set includes 2 small brushes. (https://www.autogeek.net/mothers-detail-brush-set.html)
Eldorado2k
02-07-2018, 02:53 AM
This is good advice however some brushes that are marketed as soft will scratch. This brush taught me the hard way Mothers Detail Brush Set cleans crevices and creases inside your car. Mother Detail Brush Set includes 2 small brushes. (https://www.autogeek.net/mothers-detail-brush-set.html)
Those Mothers brushes are great for exterior trim. They’re also great for badges and emblems if and when they’re really dirty and need a real cleaning, but if a light cleaning is all that’s needed just use a small detailing brush with car soap.
Tooth brush works for me.
KirkH
02-07-2018, 02:52 PM
Any brush can cause swirl marks. Use plenty of lube and a light touch. I prefer a plastic tool with a microfiber wrapped around the tip.
I use a Pastry Brush I picked up at Bed, Bath and Beyond for about $3--has very soft Boar Bristles and works great at cleaning tight areas without leaving behind scratches.
Atlasta SoftTip | Parts Brush Division (https://www.partsbrush.com/products/bucket-brushes/product/1-atlasta-soft-tip)61915
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