Faded trim, question about ceramic coating

[JChastain]

Guys,
My 02 Tahoe's plastic trim is faded and I was wondering if ceramic coating with dlux would bring the finish back and keep it that way permantly? If not what other options do I have? Thanks

[DrBeasleys]

Most ceramic coatings are designed to bond to paint. You could use a plastic restore type of product and then keep it all together with a sealant on top.

[JChastain]

Dlux says it's for plastic and wheels. Not sure how it works though..

[DrBeasleys]

Haven't used Dlux, but if it's safe for plastic it wouldn't hurt to try

[JChastain]

Curious if I need to use something else prior to it to restore color..

[DrBeasleys]

If you clean everything really well, the plastic would be ready for Dlux. Applying a conditioner type product before the Dlux might impede or change the way bonding occurs, which is no good.

[KMG]

You will want to clean it thoroughly before applying the trim coating. DLUX or Gtechniq C4 will certainly darken the trim and keep it dark for a long time, however it will not be permanent. If your looking for a permanent solution you could do what I did with a Tahoe we used to own. I picked up Krylon plastic paint in a satin black finish and painted all the trim black (previously a gray color).

[The Guz]

You may want to restore it with Solution finish

Solution Finish Black Plastic & Vinyl Restorer, trim restorer, black plastic restorer

The seal it in with a trim sealant like this one

Wolfgang Exterior Trim Sealant, rubber trim sealant, rubber protectant, exterior trim products, metal sealer

Or coat it with something like this for longer longevity.

Gtechniq C4 Permanent Trim Restorer, rubber trim sealant, trim restorers, gtech c4

I found GTechniq to be easier to work with than DLUX. Both work well.

[Cruzscarwash]

nothing is ever going to be permanent, if it was everyone would have it

[oneheadlite]

I would go with Guz's recommendations.