PERL can also be used to dress interior plastics, in the case below, I used it in the 1:3 dilution ratio that I also use for exterior trim.īelow is a before of the plastic interior trim panel of my boot. When dressing external trim, such as around windows, I spray some diluted PERL onto the applicator and then work into the area.įor the windscreen cowl, I may just spray some over (the same dilution as external trim) and then work in with an applicator sponge to spread it evenly.īelow is a picture before and after of PERL used as a tire dressing. If this is too glossy, you could always give it a wipe with a cloth once dried and that will tone down the glossiness, without losing the deep black colour. When using on tires, I normally put a small amount directly on to the applicator, spread it over the tires and then go back to make sure the coat is smooth and even. How you apply PERL depends on what you’re dressing or protecting, however, the answer will almost always be, with a sponge or trim applicator. These are also just CarPro’s guidelines, I would recommend playing with the dilutions if you want more or less shine. PERL Dilution for Interior Vinyl and Leather: 1 (PERL): 5 (water).PERL Dilution for External Plastics and trim: 1 (PERL): 1~3 (water).
PERL Dilution for Engine Bay: 1(PERL):1~3(water).CarPro recommends 2 thin coats with 20 minutes between applications.
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How to Dilute CarPro PERL for Different ApplicationsĪs mentioned above, CarPro PERL is a dilutable formula, dilutable for various tasks and areas on your car, from your tires to your trim and even leather.īelow are the dilution ratios given by CarPro. I’ve also used PERL on some of my interior plastics, after a good cleaning it didn’t add any unwanted shine, but the colour was darker and definitely improved the presentation, which is certainly welcome when you’ve had a day at work and you’re getting into your pride and joy for the trip home. The product didn’t sling all over my freshly cleaned paint, which was most welcome, and even after the sheen had faded, the tires were still noticeably black rather than grey or even brown. You can also use a microfibre towel to remove the excess if it’s too shiny for you. I’ve also used PERL at straight dilutions on my tires for a deepening of the blacks, as well as a slight sheen, but not glossy.
The hydrophobic-ness is now amazing, and restorative effects were fantastic. I use it slightly diluted (1:3) for my exterior trim and windshield cowl, as it was starting to fade. The great thing about CarPro PERL is that you’re able to dilute it with water for its specific use case, after all, you wouldn’t want to use the product that you use on your tires at the same strength on your interior plastics or leather.Īs mentioned above, PERL stands for Plastic, Engine, Rubber and Leather and as you would expect, it can be used on any of these surfaces on your car. The name PERL is an acronym meaning Plastic, Engine, Rubber and Leather and it’s capable of dressing all of these surfaces, with minimal shine whilst providing UV protection. CarPro PERL is a water-based silicone-oxide all-purpose dressing from CarPro.