STAR BRITE

ULTIMATE VINYL CLEAN

We trusted this product due to its label and Star brite’s reputation for making duty-specific products that do no harm. This was a good cleaner for vinyl, but the label also recommended it for leather, plastic and rubber, the latter making it ideal for hatch seals and windshield moldings. Its aroma was soapier than the Xtreme Clean and wiped off with a dry rag.

RESULTS: This would be our go-to product 90 percent of the time. The stubborn dirt came off completely, and all but the most stubborn grease stains were knocked out of the picture. PRECAUTIONS: Thanks to the trusted reputation of Star brite’s labeling, we had little to fear from taking these stains to the cleaners, so to speak. AFTER USE: Re-treat your vinyl with a protectant. Star brite recommends its Ultimate

Vinyl Guard with PTEF — a product we tested later with great results. We wiped it on with bare hands, allowed it to dry, then wiped it dry with a soft cloth for a deep, protective sheen.

COST: $8.52 per pint; walmart.com