what to use on rubber around windows and plastic door handles

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05-19-2004, 07:28 AM

smithy

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what to use on rubber around windows and plastic door handles

there is a product that I think is called "back to black"...has anyone used that or can you recommend anything better.

I've got the standard problems...black rubber trim around windows is beginning to lighten / fade.

Also the exterior door handels are flat black plastic...and some fool of a previous owner used armor all on them, so they're grey / white now.

Any suggestions for getting these black and keeping them that way.

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05-19-2004, 09:04 AM

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05-19-2004, 09:40 AM

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One Grand ERV

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05-19-2004, 10:42 AM

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I don't like Back to Black at all, doesn't last or do much.

For the rubber I am a big fan of Wurth rubber treatment, search this forum for my review. I don't think it will reverse fading but you should treat the rubber anyway if it is getting bleached, dry, etc.

For the plastic door handles I'll guess One Grand ERV would be best. I use it on my black plastic lower trim and love it.

If the door handles are really bleached out Liquid Ebony or Forever Black may help. Both contain dye and you should mask the areas you will be working in.