Duel Autocare
Slate
Factory-Finish Satin Tyre Dressing
Slate is our long-lasting satin tyre dressing, a factory-finish tyre cream. It's a reactive polymer blend, not just silicone, that dresses tyres and faded trim to a deep, satin, just-off-the-forecourt finish. Because the polymers key to the surface as they cure, it bonds in, spreads evenly with an applicator and resists sling, meaning it lasts far longer than a silicone dressing. The result is a natural, hard-wearing black that's never greasy or over-glossed.
At A Glance
Why You'll Love It
Slate is a reactive polymer blend, not just silicone. The polymers key to the rubber and cure, so the finish bonds in and lasts far longer than a dressing that just sits on top, while leaving a water-repellent layer that shields rubber and trim from UV, rain and road spray.
The cream spreads evenly and grips the surface instead of flicking onto your paintwork as you drive off. Wiped on with an applicator, it goes exactly where you want it, with none on your hands.
A deep, natural satin black that looks like the tyre just left the production line, understated and never wet or oily, and it brings faded plastic trim back to match.
A thin layer is all it takes to dress a whole tyre, so a 500ml bottle goes a very long way, enough to keep a regularly-dressed car looking fresh for months.
What Does Slate Actually Do?
Tyres and plastic trim fade because UV, ozone, heat and road grime attack the surface and strip the oils and protective waxes out of the rubber. The black dries out, greys and looks tired long before the tyre is worn, and once it's gone that far, cleaning alone won't bring the colour back.
Slate is a reactive polymer blend, not just the silicone oils most dressings rely on. As it cures, the polymers key to the rubber and knit into a thin, even film that becomes part of the surface rather than a layer sitting on top. Reactive simply means it bonds chemically as it dries, instead of only coating. That's why it spreads uniformly across tyres and trim, resists sling, and restores a deep, factory-satin black without the greasy shine.
Because the finish bonds in, Slate lasts far longer than a surface gloss, holding through weather and washes, and helping slow the UV and ozone ageing behind browning and fine cracking. It's quick to refresh when the finish starts to flatten, and because it's satin rather than glossy, fresh coats build evenly instead of going patchy. Cleaning the surface first makes each application last longer.
Is It Right For You?
- Anyone who wants a natural, factory-satin finish rather than a high-gloss shine
- A dressing that lasts, a reactive polymer that bonds in rather than a silicone that sits on top
- Dressing tyres and faded plastic trim back to a deep, even black in one product
- Drivers fed up with dressings that sling onto their paintwork
- A clean, mess-free cream with no greasy residue on your hands
- Tyre sidewalls
- Exterior plastic trim and bumpers
- Rubber seals and mouldings
- Paintwork and glass, keep it to trim and rubber
- Tyre tread, brake discs and pads
- Interior touch points, pedals and steering wheel
How To Use Slate
Slate bonds best to a clean, dry surface. Clean tyres and trim thoroughly first, as Cleanse strips off old dressing and grime, and let them dry.
Apply a small amount of Slate onto a tyre dressing applicator. A little goes a long way, so start small; you can always add more.
Spread a thin, even layer around the sidewall and along any trim, working it in so the colour comes up consistent with no heavy patches. Keep it off the tread and contact patch.
Wipe back any excess for a uniform satin finish. Don't over-apply, as a thick coat is what causes sling, then let it cure before driving so the polymers can bond. Avoid applying in the wet or letting rain hit it straight after.
Each application lasts far longer than a silicone dressing, but rain, washing and miles break it down eventually. When the finish starts to flatten, a quick wipe-over brings the colour and repellency back.
H412 — Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.H319 — Causes serious eye irritation.H315 — Causes skin irritation.H317 — May cause an allergic skin reaction.H373 — May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure.P101 — If medical advice is needed, have product container or label at hand.P102 — Keep out of reach of children.P260 — Do not breathe vapours.P264 — Wash thoroughly after handling.P280 — Wear protective gloves/face protection/protective clothing/respiratory protection/protective footwear.P302+P352 — IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.P305+P351+P338 — IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.P501 — Dispose of the contents and/or its container using the separate collection system in your municipality.| Product type | Tyre & Trim Dressing |
|---|---|
| Format | Ready-to-use reactive polymer cream |
| Size | 500ml |
| Application | Wipe on with a tyre dressing applicator |
| Dilution | None, ready to use |
| Finish | Factory satin |
| Scent | Fragrance-free |
| Suitable for | Tyres, exterior rubber and plastic trim |
| pH | Near-neutral · pH 6 to 8 |
| Physical state / colour | Cream · Grey |
| Storage | Store at 5 to 30 °C. Maximum storage time 6 months. |
| Transport classification | Not regulated (ADR/RID, IMDG, IATA) |