Anyone used Scotchguard Multi-Purpose Protector?

Naith · 05-01-2017, 11:41 PM

I'm looking to buy some kind of fabric protector for my new car which arrives soon. I read a test on AutoExpress that put Scotchguard very close to the winner, GTechnic Smart Fabric, and it's half the price. I was wondering if anyone here has used it or if there are any other similar/better products I should look at?

Thanks

chongo · 06-01-2017, 12:50 AM

Yes it's very good and cheap. I've used it for ages, but GTec fabric L1 just did not cut it for me.

tosh · 06-01-2017, 12:54 AM

Yes, here too; works very well
But, you can't drive your car for a day; you really have to leave it overnight, and then drive for the next two days with your windows open; it's seriously strong stuff

I used a whole can on my car; included all of the carpeted boot, headlining and fabric arch liners (don't see the point of having 1/4 of a can laying around), and two coats on the mats.

Cost me about 7 quid

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Naith · 06-01-2017, 02:24 AM

I think I'll get some then. I don't think I'll bother doing the roof lining as it's black, but I definitely want to treat the seats, door cards, carpet and mats.

Thanks for the replies

tosh · 06-01-2017, 02:40 AM

Cool; take the mats out; do them in the house/garage twice, while the car is drying overnight

I found a mask and nitrile gloves (to get the spray into the fibres) worked best

Also do the driver footwell twice, as the pedal area always has constant use (shoes resting on left and right)

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tosh · 06-01-2017, 02:43 AM

When someone opens a shaken can of coke in your car; you'll appreciate the headlining being done (don't ask how I know)

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Naith · 06-01-2017, 08:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tosh

When someone opens a shaken can of coke in your car; you'll appreciate the headlining being done (don't ask how I know)

I'm afraid food & drink is banned in my cars

(and if helped, kids are rarely taken in them...)

Leebo310 · 06-01-2017, 12:48 PM

I used it literally a couple of days ago - as others have mentioned it seems ok but has a very strong solvent smell.
I tried it on some carpet pieces and the water sheets off if held at an angle very well.
Will see how long it lasts

05-01-2017, 11:41 PM	#1
Naith Washmitt Meister Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 192 Thanks: 39 Thanked 35 Times in 29 Posts	Anyone used Scotchguard Multi-Purpose Protector? I'm looking to buy some kind of fabric protector for my new car which arrives soon. I read a test on AutoExpress that put Scotchguard very close to the winner, GTechnic Smart Fabric, and it's half the price. I was wondering if anyone here has used it or if there are any other similar/better products I should look at? Thanks

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06-01-2017, 12:54 AM	#3
tosh OCD Sufferer (Obsessive Car Detailer) Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Leamington Spa Posts: 2,722 Thanks: 787 Thanked 898 Times in 767 Posts	Yes, here too; works very well But, you can't drive your car for a day; you really have to leave it overnight, and then drive for the next two days with your windows open; it's seriously strong stuff I used a whole can on my car; included all of the carpeted boot, headlining and fabric arch liners (don't see the point of having 1/4 of a can laying around), and two coats on the mats. Cost me about 7 quid Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk

06-01-2017, 02:24 AM	#4
Naith Washmitt Meister Join Date: Sep 2012 Posts: 192 Thanks: 39 Thanked 35 Times in 29 Posts	I think I'll get some then. I don't think I'll bother doing the roof lining as it's black, but I definitely want to treat the seats, door cards, carpet and mats. Thanks for the replies

06-01-2017, 02:40 AM	#5
tosh OCD Sufferer (Obsessive Car Detailer) Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Leamington Spa Posts: 2,722 Thanks: 787 Thanked 898 Times in 767 Posts	Cool; take the mats out; do them in the house/garage twice, while the car is drying overnight I found a mask and nitrile gloves (to get the spray into the fibres) worked best Also do the driver footwell twice, as the pedal area always has constant use (shoes resting on left and right) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

06-01-2017, 02:43 AM	#6
tosh OCD Sufferer (Obsessive Car Detailer) Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Leamington Spa Posts: 2,722 Thanks: 787 Thanked 898 Times in 767 Posts	When someone opens a shaken can of coke in your car; you'll appreciate the headlining being done (don't ask how I know) Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

06-01-2017, 12:48 PM	#8
Leebo310 OCD Sufferer (Obsessive Car Detailer) Join Date: Sep 2013 Location: Maidstone Posts: 1,945 Thanks: 696 Thanked 706 Times in 537 Posts	I used it literally a couple of days ago - as others have mentioned it seems ok but has a very strong solvent smell. I tried it on some carpet pieces and the water sheets off if held at an angle very well. Will see how long it lasts

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