black plastic exterior trim

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tcsauto

wondering what you guys are using for satin black plastic exterior trim? have used some plasti kote & it usually flakes after a while
 
You can use SEM black out.. comes in a spray can.. You can use a flattened single stage or a flattened clear coat if you are an over achiever and wanting to go the extra mile ;)
 
We use SEM trim black for everyday cars, flattened urethane for the nice jobs. I've never had the SEM flake, though it does start to fade after a few years. Sounds like there might be an adhesion problem with your current process? I don't know.
 
Prep the plastic properly, shoot a sealer coat of epoxy primer, then two coats of singlestage flattened to the desired gloss- this will provide your best durability and overall lifespan but it may not be economical on a lot of jobs.
 
I clean and scuff. Reclean. 1-2 coats adhesion promoter. 2 coats Kirker Hot Rod Black. SEM fades after a year or two.
 
Urethane supply makes a whole line of color for cladding. It lasts, doesn't peel and looks great.
 
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