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Total price R 2,308.00
Trim Restoration
Oxidised, chalky trim is one of the quickest ways a car starts looking neglected. Restaurax penetrates the plastic, replenishes moisture and restores a deep, even gloss - turning weathered exterior trim into something that looks properly cared for again.
Why Restaurax
Restore, protect and gloss external plastics with a single application.
Hydrates and glosses dried-out bumpers, cladding and trim strips in one step.
Tested durability of up to 3 months on external plastics, with residual protection well beyond initial application.
Guards restored trim against sun exposure and environmental weathering that cause fading and cracking.
Foam applicator, 5-10 minute flash time and a microfibre buff-off - straightforward on any exterior trim surface.
How It Stacks Up
Most budget trim dressings coat the surface and wash off at the first rain. Restaurax is built differently - here is how it compares on the things that actually matter for exterior trim care.
| Feature | DetailerSA | Alternative |
|---|---|---|
| Tested durability claim | Yes | No |
| Up to 3 months on-surface protection | Yes | No |
| Hydrates and restores faded plastics | Yes | Yes |
| Delivers a gloss finish | Yes | Yes |
| Suitable for interior plastics | No | Yes |
| Available in professional 1.5L size | Yes | No |
Real Durability
Vonixx tested Restaurax on external plastics and found up to 3 months of protection, with 30-40% of the product still present at that point. For a restorer, that is meaningful longevity between applications - not just a one-wash wonder.
Reviews
Bumpers on a client's older sedan were chalky and embarrassing. Two coats of Restaurax and they look better than most newer cars on the road. The gloss held well past the first few washes.
Good trim restorer for the price point. Takes a clean surface to bond properly, so don't skip the APC step. Result is a natural-looking gloss rather than a greasy shine - which is exactly what I want on exterior cladding.
Questions
Restaurax is formulated for external plastic surfaces - bumpers, body cladding, decorative strips, exterior panels and similar unpainted plastic trim. The manufacturer recommends it primarily for external plastics rather than interior surfaces.
Work in the shade with a clean, dry surface - a wipe-down with an APC beforehand is recommended. Apply the product using a foam applicator, allow 5-10 minutes for it to penetrate, then remove the excess with a clean, dry microfibre cloth.
Vonixx has tested Restaurax at up to 3 months durability on external plastics. At the 3-month mark, around 30-40% of the product's protection was still measurably present on the surface.
No - after applying Restaurax, keep the treated plastic away from water for at least 24 hours to allow the product to cure properly on the surface. Washing too soon will reduce durability significantly.
Yes. The surface must be clean and completely dry before application. Vonixx recommends cleaning with an all-purpose cleaner (APC) first to remove dirt, grease and old product residue, then allowing it to dry fully before applying Restaurax.
Restaurax is specifically designed for plastic surfaces. The source information does not list painted panels, rubber seals or glass as intended surfaces. Keep it away from paintwork and glass to avoid unwanted residue.
Coverage will depend on the porosity of the plastic and how heavily it has faded. The 1.5L size is well suited to professional detailers or anyone maintaining a fleet or multiple vehicles, offering considerably more applications per bottle than smaller retail sizes.
The product information does not specify layering compatibility. As a general rule, allow Restaurax to cure fully (at least 24 hours) before applying any additional product over the treated trim. For long-term protection, topping with a dedicated trim coating after curing is worth considering.
