My black plastic bumpers are looking very grey and patchy?

Question

What's the best way to get them looking black again? I've tried sprays, but they don't seem to last long.

Answer 1

The problem with sprays is that they only really enhance the shine. I assume you've tried "back to black" as you say the sprays don't work. So if your bumpers are grey and they're supposed to be black, there are two proven ways to get them black again.

first, you can buy some trim dye, much like this one....

http://www.autogeek.net/foblbutrdyek.html

which actually dyes the bumpers and trim, be careful with overwipe as it'll stain everything!

The other option, and prepare to laugh, is boot polish! use the stuff that comes in the foam applicator tubes as opposed to the tins as it's more free flowing and gets into the texture easier.

Best of luck

Answer 2

Back To Black Bumper

Answer 3

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My black plastic bumpers are looking very grey and patchy?
What's the best way to get them looking black again? I've tried sprays, but they don't seem to last long.

Answer 4

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You should try this on a small inconspicuous area first as it does take a little practise.
I use this method on plastic bike trims and bumpers.
Find yourself a small plumbers blow torch or even better an electric hot air gun and warm up the bumper in small sections and watch the shine come back.
BTW be careful to not to scortch the plastic by heating one spot for too long or getting to close to the bumper.

Good luck if you choose to try this, it really is worth the effort.

Answer 5

I've found Back to Black works well, but does, as you say, need to be redone. I redo mine every time I clean the car. In the past, I've used black boot polish too!

The permanent solution is to repaint them, if you hunt around a good branch of Halfords they should have the right stuff. Needs doing with care and good preparation

Answer 6

Back To Black Spray

Answer 7

You need to sand the bumper with a fine grade paper and use water. this is called wet sanding. Next you'll need to prime the surface so the paint will stick better. Ask your local auto paint store for the best primer to use. Then you apply the black paint. Next wet sand the black paint, not to much to rub through to the primer but enough to rough up the surface. Next apply a second coat of black paint. If this is the finish you wish then stop their. If you need a high gloss then wet sand the second coat and apply a clear coat last. Allow to dry between coats. Good Lock.

Answer 8

Two Products:

Forever Black Molding & Trim Dye Jeep clean cleaner

Black Again - Clean, Protect Car Trim & Molding jeep

You can probably find them cheaper then MSN, but here is the link.

Answer 9

You can replace the bumper, or you can wipe on some new engine oil with a rag. Again it won't last too long but really there's no long term solution except replacing them.

Answer 10

Go to your local auto parts store and ask if they have paint specifically for plastic bumpers. Then follow the directions.