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Headliner Clean

Headliners and visors can accumulate contaminants, including stains and odours. Further to removing the dust and debris from these areas, the headliner and visor cleaning task is a deeper clean that assists to loosen and remove embedded contaminants.

To clean the headliner and visors, use an upholstery shampoo. CRYSTAL FOAM is a unique foaming upholstery and carpet shampoo. By developing a rich lather, CRYSTAL FOAM lifts and encapsulates soils, preventing re-depositing. The residual foam dries to a brittle crystal that vacuums out easily.

The time to clean headliners is dependent on the headliner and visor surface area, and the intensity and amount of dirtiness. Once the headliner clean is complete, the areas of application will be clean; stain, and odour free.

Safety supplies include goggles, an apron, and impervious gloves. You will require a wet-dry vacuum to complete this task. View the products used tab for Auto Valet products and accessories relating to this detailing task.

AREAS OF APPLICATION

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Headliner

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Visors

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PRODUCTS USED DIRECTIONS TIPS FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Directions

STEP 1: PREPARE THE AREAS OF APPLICATION

Ensure the areas of application are free from dust, debris, and pet hair. Pretreat any stains or salt deposits (see interior stains and salt deposits task). Remove any wax, tar, or gum with SUPER-O.

STEP 2: PREPARE THE SHAMPOO

Dilute 70 mL of CRYSTAL FOAM per 1 L of water (1:15). Whip the diluted CRYSTAL FOAM into a dense foam, or use a foam cleaning gun to produce a thick lather. If using the CRYSTAL FOAM aerosol, shake the aerosol can before use and do not dilute.

STEP 3: APPLY THE SHAMPOO

Using a soft brush, transfer the foam from the CRYSTAL FOAM mixture onto the headliner. Scrub the foam, covering the entire surface area. If using the CRYSTAL FOAM aerosol, hold the can 15 cm (6”) away from the area of application. Apply to an area of 60 cm (24”) at a time. Brush the area of application briskly using a soft-bristled scrub brush.

STEP 4: ALLOW TO DRY AND VACUUM THE SHAMPOO

If a wet vacuum is available, use it to remove residue. Allow the applied CRYSTAL FOAM to dry. To speed up the drying rate it is recommended to use heaters and/or fans. Vacuum the dried CRYSTAL FOAM from the treated areas. If using the CRYSTAL FOAM aerosol, wipe with a clean, dry, lint-free microfiber towel.

STEP 5: REVIEW YOUR WORK

Review work, and if necessary, touch up any missed areas by repeating steps 3 to 4.

Tips

  • The use of an extraction machine or steam cleaner on headliners and visors is discouraged as it may lead to adhesive failure resulting in a stretched or sagging liner.
  • Avoid over-saturation of CRYSTAL FOAM on fabric surfaces.
  • Use extreme caution when using heaters to dry the areas of application.
  • If using the CRYSTAL FOAM aerosol, there are two nozzle options; inverted and regular. The regular nozzle is best used for headliners.
  • Be sure to carefully read and follow all product instructions and precautions, on the product labels.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

CRYSTAL FOAM aerosols are available in two options; regular and inverted. The options showcase the nozzle usage. For the regular aerosol nozzle, use the aerosol with the nozzle upright, at the top of the aerosol container. The regular nozzle is best used for the back of seats and headliners. For the inverted aerosol nozzle, use the aerosol with the nozzle upside, at the bottom of the aerosol container. The inverted aerosol nozzle is best used for carpets, where the aerosol is used upside down.

It is not recommended to use either an extraction machine or steam cleaner to clean headliners. The use of an extraction machine or steam cleaner on headliners and visors may lead to adhesive failure resulting in stretched or sagging liner.

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