Dashboard & Trim Protection 101 — Why Dressings Matter

Dashboard & Trim Protection: The Right Way to Use Dressings

There’s a difference between a shiny dashboard and a healthy one. Most retail dressings are loaded with silicone and solvents that make your dash look slick for a week — then dry out the material long-term.

Why “Glossy” Isn’t Good

Greasy dressings trap dust and slowly degrade your plastics, leaving them sticky and prone to cracking. That quick shine now becomes dull, faded panels later.

The Professional Secret

At Clean Car Custom Detail, we use 303 Aerospace Protectant — the same UV protectant trusted in aviation. It gives a clean satin finish, never greasy, and provides true UV resistance. 👉 Check it out here.

Pair it with high-quality microfiber towels that won’t leave lint or streaks — see our pick.

Don’t Forget Rubber Seals

Rubber around doors, trunks, and sunroofs dries out just like your tires. Wipe it with a damp cloth, then apply a thin layer of UV protectant monthly to prevent squeaks and leaks. Our go-to? This one right here.

Your dashboard, trim, and seals will stay supple, quiet, and clean — the way they were meant to be.