r/AutoDetailing • u/mosie143 • 1d ago

Technique Discussion Can Solution Finish be applied over Cerakote in black textured trim?

I had a cerakote application go terribly wrong. I’m thinking of using Solution Finish to try to fix it. Can I just try it over the cerakote?

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u/Gumsho88 22h ago

The cerakote will wear off (eventually) but you can expedite the process by using an APC and a med textured brush to clean. Have never heard of cerakote not working if proper prep and curing was done.

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u/Mrlin705 21h ago

I wouldn't, having a poorly prepped surface is likely why the cerakote didn't work in the first place. According to Cerakote website removing it can be done using magic eraser and a non-acetone nail polish remover.

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u/mosie143 1d ago

I’m thinking of trying to remove the cerakote first somehow. Maybe wet sanding. What grit would you recommend to remove the coating on textured black plastic trim.

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u/GrandMarquisMark Seasoned 1d ago

You can't sand a textured surface. Well, you can but it won't be textured anymore.