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    Brush to clean trim and badges on paint

    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.

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    Brush to clean trim and badges on paint

    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

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    Re: Brush to clean trim and badges on paint

    A soft dental toothbrush works


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    Re: Brush to clean trim and badges on paint

    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.

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    Rick....now in North Texas

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    Re: Brush to clean trim and badges on paint

    Quote Originally Posted by GEM65 View Post
    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.

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    Re: Brush to clean trim and badges on paint

    Quote Originally Posted by wing commander View Post
    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.
    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.

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    Re: Brush to clean trim and badges on paint

    Tooth brush works for me.

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    Re: Brush to clean trim and badges on paint

    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.
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    Re: Brush to clean trim and badges on paint

    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.

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