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Faded Trim? Bring Back the Black!

You've just spent time washing your car, or maybe you've recently had it detailed. The paint is gleaming, the wheels are clean, but does something still seem a little… lackluster? Take a closer look at the black plastic trim – the pieces around your windows, the bumper inserts, mirror casings, maybe even the roof rails or door handles. If they look more like dull grey than deep black, you've found a common culprit that can make even a clean car look older and less vibrant.

Faded plastic trim is incredibly common, especially on vehicles exposed to the New England elements year-round. But the good news is, it's fixable!

The Science Behind the Fade: Why Does Black Plastic Turn Grey?

The primary enemy of your car's black plastic trim is the sun. Ultraviolet (UV) radiation constantly bombards the plastic, breaking down the polymers and essential oils that give it color and flexibility. Over time, this UV exposure, combined with harsh weather, road grime, and sometimes even strong cleaning chemicals, causes the plastic to dry out, oxidize, and lose its deep, rich pigment, resulting in that familiar faded, chalky appearance.

More Than Just an Eyesore: How Grey Trim Drags Down Your Car's Look

Feature	Ceramic Coating	Wax
Durability	2–5+ years	1–3 months
Protection	High (UV, chemicals, scratches)	Low
Hydrophobicity	Excellent	Moderate
Gloss & Shine	Deep, high-gloss	Good but temporary
Maintenance	Easy (self-cleaning effect)	Requires frequent reapplication

It might seem like a small detail, but faded trim significantly impacts your vehicle's overall aesthetic. Think about visual contrast: deep, dark trim makes your car's paint color appear richer and more vibrant. When that trim fades to grey, it loses that contrast, making the entire vehicle look washed-out, less defined, and frankly, older and less cared-for than it might actually be.

The Solution: Professional Plastic Restoration – Restoring Richness and Protection

You might have seen temporary fixes – greasy silicone dressings that look shiny for a day or two before attracting dust or washing away in the first rain shower. Professional plastic restoration is different. At Josh's Mobile Detailing Services, we use specialized products designed to:

Deep Clean: Prepare the surface by removing embedded dirt and old dressings.
Restore Color: Penetrate the plastic or chemically bond with it to bring back that deep, OEM-like black finish.
Add Protection: Leave behind a durable layer of UV protection to help shield the trim from future sun damage and slow down the fading process.

This isn't just a cosmetic cover-up; it's a restorative treatment that lasts.

Included for a Complete Finish: Part of Our Exterior Detail

Because we believe in delivering a truly complete and high-quality result, professional black plastic restoration is included as a standard part of the Exterior Detail package at Josh's Mobile Detailing Services. We don't overlook the details – we ensure every aspect of your car's exterior looks its absolute best.

Notice your trim looking a little tired? See the amazing difference restoration can make! Book your Exterior Detail with Josh's Mobile Detailing Services today – plastic restoration included! Call or text Josh at +1 (860) 771-3294 for your free consultation and service right at your location in Attleboro, Norton, Taunton, Seekonk, Rehoboth, Raynham, or Plainville, MA.