Care products for a new soft top

[donkmeister]

Mrs D has had a new soft top fitted to her car.

We've got the opportunity to keep it looking its best from day one. The material is twill weave, and it's a dark blue colour if that makes any difference.

Does anyone have recommendations for protectorants, cleaners and conditioners? On previous cars we've used the two-step kit (possibly Meguiars, possibly Turtle Wax) that can be bought at Halfords but surely there's something better now?

Thanks in advance.

[Summit_Detailing]

If it is new you only need the protection element.

Gtechniq I1 smart fabric is excellent - make sure the hood is completely bone dry and decant the product into an old jug or similar and apply liberally with a paint brush.

Dependent on car / size of roof, a litre should be enough.

Cheers,

Chris

[Chubbyross]

I’ve always used Fabsil Gold on my Porsche hoods. I brush it on, going one way with the first coat and then across the direction of the first coat with the second. It’s fantastic stuff and protects the top for a year or two if parked outside and longer if garaged.

[donkmeister]

Summit_Detailing said:

If it is new you only need the protection element.

Gtechniq I1 smart fabric is excellent - make sure the hood is completely bone dry and decant the product into an old jug or similar and apply liberally with a paint brush.

Dependent on car / size of roof, a litre should be enough.

Cheers,

Chris

Thanks, I've looked it up and seen some very impressive (non-sponsored) videos so I've ordered a litre. Will follow your advice about using a paint brush as apparently it's a bugger to get off paint and glass once it's dry.

[Chubbyross]

A paint brush is definitely the way to go. You can ensure even coverage and it’s far less messy.