Treatment solutions for trim articles

Abstract

Treatment solutions for trim articles include at least one (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin and a mixture of at least 4 solvents. The four solvents include at least one ketone solvent, at least one hydrocarbon solvent, at least one glycol ether, and at least one siloxane. The (meth)acrylate resin is dissolved in the solvent mixture, the treatment solution is free of added water, and the treatment solution is not an aerosol solution. The treatment solution can be supplied as a kit with the treatment solution in a reclosable vessel and an applicator pad, or as a sachet with an applicator pad and the treatment solution pre-applied to the pad.

Description

[0001] PA103137W002

[0002] TREATMENT SOLUTIONS FOR TRIM ARTICLES

[0003] Summary

[0004] Disclosed herein are treatment solutions for treating trim articles, treatment kits for treating trim articles, and methods for treating trim articles.

[0005] Disclosed herein are treatment solutions. In some embodiments, the treatment solution comprises at least one (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin and a mixture of at least 4 solvents. The four solvents in the mixture comprise at least one ketone solvent, at least one hydrocarbon solvent, at least one glycol ether, and at least one siloxane. The (meth)acrylate resin is dissolved in the solvent mixture, the treatment solution is free of added water, and the treatment solution is not an aerosol solution.

[0006] Also disclosed are treatment kits. In some embodiments, the treatment kits comprise either an applicator pad and a treatment solution, where the treatment solution is contained within a vessel that can be opened and closed and is not an aerosol container, and a treatment solution. The treatment solution is described above and comprises at least one (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin and a mixture of at least 4 solvents. The four solvents in the mixture comprise at least one ketone solvent, at least one hydrocarbon solvent, at least one glycol ether, and at least one siloxane. The (meth)acrylate resin is dissolved in the solvent mixture, the treatment solution is free of added water, and the treatment solution is not an aerosol solution. In other embodiments, the treatment kit comprises a sealed sachet comprising an applicator pad with the treatment solution applied to the applicator pad.

[0007] Also disclosed are methods for treating a trim article. The method depends upon which of the treatment kits described above is used. In embodiments where the kit comprises an applicator pad and a treatment solution described above, the treatment method comprises providing a trim article with at least one exposed surface, where the trim article comprises rubber or plastic, applying an aliquot of the treatment solution to the applicator pad or to the exposed surface of the trim article, rubbing the treatment solution over the exposed surface of the trim article, and permitting the treatment solution to dry. Upon drying, the treatment solution forms a coating that is self-leveling and durable, meaning that the coating has no surface texture other than the surface texture of the surface to which it is applied, and the coating maintains the colorfastness of the surface to which it is applied for at least 110 days.

[0008] In other embodiments, where the treatment kit comprises a sachet containing an applicator pad and a treatment solution applied to the applicator pad, the method comprises providing a trim article with at least one exposed surface, where the trim article comprises rubber or plastic, providing the treatment kit comprising a sachet containing an applicator pad and the treatment solution described above applied to the applicator pad, opening the sachet, rubbing the applicator pad containing the treatment solution over the exposed surface of the trim article, and permitting the treatment solution to dry.

[0009] Detailed Description

[0010] Automotive trim is typically made from uncoated plastics and / or rubbers, such as vinyl, ABS (Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene), polycarbonate or synthetic rubber materials. They typically experience UV irradiation and / or weathering elements like the paint and clear-coated parts of the vehicle. However, these trim elements are typically not clear- coated or protected with any type of surface coating. As a result, trim weathering, oxidation and premature trim failing and visual discoloration is an issue for automotive owners.

[0011] There are several types of trim restoration products available. One type of trim restoration products is lotion-based. These lotion-based formulations are typically composed of an oil emulsion, with the main active components being silicone or mineral oils of various molecular weights. These provide a quick, user-friendly solution to darken and provide visual improvement for the trim. While these types of products provide a quick and very easy-to-use experience for the consumer, they generally provide shortlived coatings and require constant reapplication to maintain an improved appearance.

[0012] Another type of trim restoration product is aerosol-based. Generally, these products tend to be solvent-based and have either a polymer or formula that can cure over time on the trim. These formulas are similar to an acrylic clear-coat spray, where they have an acrylic resin dissolved in an appropriate solvent dispensed via aerosol trigger. While these coatings tend to be more robust and last for longer time periods, there are also issues with these aerosol trim restoration products. One issue in particular is that these products are significantly less user-friendly. Use of these products requires both careful and diligent preparation work such as masking off areas where the consumer does not want overspray, careful sanding off oxidation and / or polishing and cleaning the trim areas and a skilled user to properly spray an even layer of product on the trim pieces. Generally, most manufacturers have specific instructions indicating the spray distance, spray pass direction, and also overlapping requirements. In addition, due to the nature of these formulas, misapplication or mistake areas cannot be easily undone without significant effort.

[0013] Therefore, a need remains for a trim restoration product that is easy to apply and also produces coatings with good durability. In this disclosure, trim restoration solutions are provided that can be applied like a lotion but because it is a solution not an emulsion, and it does not require the preparation or skill required of an aerosol coating. Additionally, the trim restoration solution is self-levelling, meaning that it gives an even coating. This allows the user to apply the trim restoration solution where desired and allow the coating to self-level and dry to form the coating. Also disclosed are treatment restoration kits and methods for treating trim articles.

[0014] The term “(meth)acrylate” refers to monomeric acrylic or methacrylic esters of alcohols. Acrylate and methacrylate monomers or oligomers are referred to collectively herein as "(meth)acrylates”. Materials referred to as “(meth)acrylate functional” are materials that contain one or more (meth)acrylate groups.

[0015] The terms “siloxane” and “siloxane-based” as used herein refer to compounds or polymers that contain siloxane units. The terms silicone or siloxane are used interchangeably and refer to units with dialkyl or diaryl siloxane (-SiFUO-) units.

[0016] The terms "room temperature" and "ambient temperature" are used interchangeably to mean temperatures in the range of 20°C to 25°C.

[0017] The terms “Tg” and “glass transition temperature” are used interchangeably. If measured, Tg values are determined by Differential Scanning Calorimetry (DSC) at a scan rate of 10°C / minute, unless otherwise indicated. Typically, Tg values for copolymers are not measured but are calculated using the well-known Fox Equation, using the monomer Tg values provided by the monomer supplier, as is understood by one of skill in the art. The term “adjacent” as used herein when referring to two layers means that the two layers are in proximity with one another with no intervening open space between them. They may be in direct contact with one another (e.g. laminated together) or there may be intervening layers.

[0018] The terms “polymer” and “macromolecule” are used herein consistent with their common usage in chemistry. Polymers and macromolecules are composed of many repeated subunits. As used herein, the term “macromolecule” is used to describe a group attached to a monomer that has multiple repeating units. The term “polymer” is used to describe the resultant material formed from a polymerization reaction.

[0019] The term “alkyl” refers to a monovalent group that is a radical of an alkane, which is a saturated hydrocarbon. The alkyl can be linear, branched, cyclic, or combinations thereof and typically has 1 to 20 carbon atoms. In some embodiments, the alkyl group contains 1 to 18, 1 to 12, 1 to 10, 1 to 8, 1 to 6, or 1 to 4 carbon atoms. Examples of alkyl groups include, but are not limited to, methyl, ethyl, n-propyl, isopropyl, n-butyl, isobutyl, tert-butyl, n-pentyl, n-hexyl, cyclohexyl, n-heptyl, n-octyl, and ethylhexyl.

[0020] The term “heteroalkylene” refers to a divalent group that includes at least two alkylene groups connected by a thio, oxy, or -NR- where R is alkyl. The heteroalkylene can be linear, branched, cyclic, substituted with alkyl groups, or combinations thereof. Some heteroalkylenes are poloxyyalkylenes where the heteroatom is oxygen

[0021] The term “alkylene” refers to a divalent group that is a radical of an alkane. The alkylene can be straight-chained, branched, cyclic, or combinations thereof. The alkylene often has 1 to 20 carbon atoms. In some embodiments, the alkylene contains 1 to 18, 1 to 12, 1 to 10, 1 to 8, 1 to 6, or 1 to 4 carbon atoms. The radical centers of the alkylene can be on the same carbon atom (i.e., an alkylidene) or on different carbon atoms.

[0022] Disclosed herein are treatment solutions for automotive trim articles. In some embodiments, the treatment solution comprises at least one (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin, and a mixture of at least 4 solvents. The mixture of solvents comprises at least one ketone solvent, at least one hydrocarbon solvent, at least one glycol ether, and at least one siloxane. The (meth)acrylate resin is dissolved in the solvent mixture. The treatment solution is free of added water and is not an aerosol solution. The treatment solution comprises at least one {meth)acrylate resin that is a filmforming, thermoplastic resin that is soluble in the mixture of solvent described below. A wide range of (meth)acrylate resins are suitable. Typically, the (meth)acrylate resin, because it is hydrocarbon-based is hydrophobic, but in some embodiments it may be desirable that the (meth)acrylate resin is modified so at to make it non-hydrophobic. The (meth)acrylate resins are often co-polymers, meaning that they are formed by the polymerization of a mixture of monomers. In some embodiments, the (meth)acrylate resin comprises an alkyl (meth)acrylate-based resin. These resins are polymers prepared by the polymerization of one or more alkyl (meth)acrylate monomers. These monomers have the general structure of Formula 1 :

[0023] CH2=CR1-C(O)-OR2

[0024] Formula 1 where R1is H or a methyl group; C(O) is a carbonyl group C=O; and R2is an alkyl group.

[0025] Examples of suitable alkyl (meth)acrylate monomers include methyl (meth)acrylate, ethyl (meth)acrylate, propyl (meth)acrylate, butyl (meth)acrylate and the like as well as co-polymers of these monomers.

[0026] Particularly suitable (meth)acrylate resins comprise an alkyl (meth)acrylate-based resin. Commercially available resins include PARALOID B-67 from Dow Chemical and ELVACITE 4067 from Mitsubishi Chemical, Charlotte, NC. In some embodiments. The (meth)acrylate resin is an iso-butyl methacrylate-based resin.

[0027] The treatment solution further comprises a mixture of solvents. The mixture of solvents dissolves the (meth)acrylate resin described above. The combination of solvents is designed to give the combination of easy application and a drying time that provides for self-leveling and yet is sufficiently quick to be convenient for the user. The solvents are chosen to give this balance of properties and also for low environmental impact.

[0028] The mixture of solvents includes at least one ketone. Ketones are a well-know class of solvents. Suitable ketones include acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, methyl amyl ketone, methyl isobutyl ketone, di-isobutyl ketone, and combinations thereof. In some embodiments, acetone is a particularly suitable ketone solvent for use in the current treatment solutions.

[0029] The mixture of solvents includes at least one hydrocarbon solvent. A wide range of hydrocarbon solvents are suitable. Suitable hydrocarbon solvents include hexane, heptane, petroleum ether, kerosene, mineral oil, and combinations thereof. In some embodiments, it is desirable that the hydrocarbon solvent comprises an aliphatic petroleum distillate with a flash point of greater than 60°C. Commercially available hydrocarbon solvents that are particularly suitable include ISOPAR M and ISOPAR L from ExxonMobil and DRAKESOL 205 from Calumet Specialty Products Partners, Indianapolis, IN.

[0030] The mixture of solvents includes at least one glycol ether. Glycol ethers are well- known compounds with a general structure of Formula 2:

[0031] R3-O-R4

[0032] Formula 2 where R3is a capped heteroalkylene unit, also known as a glycol unit, and R4is an alkyl group.

[0033] A capped heteroalkylene unit is one in which one end of the heteroalkylene unit is capped with a hydrogen atom and the other end is linked to the ether oxygen atom. Examples of suitable capped heteroalkylene units include ethylene glycol units and propylene glycol units H-(O-CH2-CHR1-)n-, where when R1is H it is ethylene glycol and when R1is a methyl group it is propylene glvycol, and where n is an integer of 1 or greater.

[0034] Examples of suitable glycol ethers include propylene glycol n-propyl ether, propylene glycol n-butyl ether, di-ethylene glycol n-butyl ether, ethylene glycol n-butyl ether, di-propylene glycol n-propyl ether, di-ethylene glycol hexyl ether, di-ethylene glycol ethyl ether, propylene glycol, ethylene glycol, ethylene glycol hexyl ether, and combinations thereof. Particularly suitable glycol ether solvents are commercially available from Dow Chemical under the trade names CARBITOL and CELLOSOLVE. A particularly suitable glycol ether is HEXYL CELLOSOLVE, an ethylene glycol hexyl ether.

[0035] The mixture of solvents includes at least one siloxane. While a wide range of siloxanes are suitable, typically it is desirable that the siloxane be a fluid of low molecular weight to be sufficiently volatile to dry relatively quickly. Examples of suitable siloxanes include fully-methylated linear or cyclic siloxane fluid with a viscosity of less than 10 centistokes. Examples of suitable cyclic silicones include ones of the general structure shown in Formula 3: [(CH3)2Si-O-]m

[0036] Formula 3 where m is an integer of 3-6. These compounds are known as D3 (when m = 3), D4 (when m = 4), D5 (when m = 5), and D6 (when m = 6).

[0037] Examples of linear siloxanes include ones of the general structure shown in Formula 4:

[0038] CH3-[(CH3)2Si-O-]a-CH3

[0039] Formula 4 where a is an integer of 1 or greater. Particularly suitable is the siloxane where a = 1, hexamethyl disiloxane (HMDS).

[0040] The treatment solution may contain a variety of optional additives as long as these additives do not adversely affect the desirable properties of the treatment solution. Examples of suitable additives include UV stabilizers. Examples of suitable UV stabilizers include benzophenone, HALS (hindered amine light stabilizers), benzotriazoles, triazines, and combinations thereof.

[0041] As mentioned above, the current treatment solutions have a range of desirable properties including ease of use. Additionally, the treatment solution upon drying forms a coating that is self-leveling and durable, where self-leveling means that the coating has no surface texture other than the surface texture of the surface to which it is applied and durable means that the coating maintains the colorfastness of the surface to which it is applied for at least 110 days.

[0042] In some embodiments, the treatment solution comprises:

[0043] 8-20 weight % of a (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin;

[0044] 8-20 weight % of a ketone solvent;

[0045] 9-53 weight % of a hydrocarbon solvent;

[0046] 8-20 weight % of a glycol ether; and

[0047] 7-40 weight % of a siloxane. Each of these components is described in detail above.

[0048] Also disclosed herein are treatment kits. Two types of closely related treatment kits are disclosed. The first type of treatment kit comprises an applicator pad and a treatment solution, where the treatment solution is contained within a vessel that can be opened and closed and is not an aerosol container. The treatment solution is described above and comprises at least one (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin, and a mixture of at least 4 solvents. The mixture of solvents comprises at least one ketone solvent, at least one hydrocarbon solvent, at least one glycol ether, and at least one siloxane. The (meth)acrylate resin is dissolved in the solvent mixture, The treatment solution is free of added water and is not an aerosol solution.

[0049] The second type of treatment kit comprises a sealed sachet comprising an applicator pad with the treatment solution applied to the applicator pad. In this type of treatment kit, the treatment solution is the same as described above.

[0050] Each type of treatment kit includes an applicator pad. A wide range of applicator pads are suitable. In some embodiments, the applicator pad comprises a sponge, a foam pad, a non-woven pad, a microfiber pad, or a flocked pad.

[0051] In embodiments where the kit comprises a sealed sachet, wherein the sealed sachet comprises a foil sachet or one prepared from polymeric materials.

[0052] Also disclosed herein are methods for treating trim articles. Two methods are disclosed that are closely related but differ by the type of treatment kit used to carry out the treatment. The two types of treatment kits are described above.

[0053] In some embodiments, the method for treating a trim article comprises providing a trim article with at least one exposed surface, where the trim article comprises rubber or plastic, providing a treatment kit, where the treatment kit comprises an applicator pad; and a treatment solution contained in a reclosable vessel that is not an aerosol container, where the treatment solution comprises a treatment solution as described above, applying an aliquot of the treatment solution to the applicator pad or to the exposed surface of the trim article, rubbing the treatment solution over the exposed surface of the trim article, and permitting the treatment solution to dry, Upon drying the treatment solution forms a coating that is self-leveling and durable, where self-leveling means that the coating has no surface texture other than the surface texture of the surface to which it is applied and durable means that the coating maintains the colorfastness of the surface to which it is applied for at least 110 days. The treatment solution, as taught above comprises at least one (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin; and a mixture of at least 4 solvents, wherein the mixture comprises at least one ketone solvent, at least one hydrocarbon solvent, at least one glycol ether, and at least one siloxane. The (meth)acrylate resin is dissolved in the solvent mixture, the treatment solution is free of added water, and the treatment solution is not an aerosol solution. As mentioned above the treatment kit comprises an applicator pad comprising a sponge, a foam pad, a nonwoven pad, a microfiber pad, or a flocked pad; as well as the treatment solution.

[0054] Also disclosed is a method for treating a trim article using the second type of treatment kit. In some embodiments, the method for treating a trim article comprises providing a trim article with at least one exposed surface, wherein the trim article comprises rubber or plastic; providing a treatment kit, the treatment kit comprising a sachet containing an applicator pad; and a treatment solution applied to the applicator pad, opening the sachet, rubbing the applicator pad containing the treatment solution over the exposed surface of the trim article, and permitting the treatment solution to dry. Upon drying the treatment solution forms a coating that is self-leveling and durable, where self-leveling means that the coating has no surface texture other than the surface texture of the surface to which it is applied and durable means that the coating maintains the colorfastness of the surface to which it is applied for at least 110 days.

[0055] The treatment solution and applicator pad are described above. The treatment solution comprises at least one (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin; and a mixture of at least 4 solvents, wherein the mixture comprises at least one ketone solvent, at least one hydrocarbon solvent, at least one glycol ether, and at least one siloxane. The (meth)acrylate resin is dissolved in the solvent mixture, the treatment solution is free of added water, and the treatment solution is not an aerosol solution. The applicator pad comprises a sponge, a foam pad, a non-woven pad, a microfiber pad, or a flocked pad

[0056] Examples

[0057] These examples are merely for illustrative purposes only and are not meant to be limiting on the scope of the appended claims. All parts, percentages, ratios, etc. in the examples and the rest of the specification are by weight, unless noted otherwise. The following abbreviations are used: cm = centimeters; min = minutes.

[0058] Table of Abbreviations

[0059] Test Methods

[0060] Self-Leveling Observation Test

[0061] To test the leveling properties of treatment solutions, the test solution was applied to a Plastic Coupon. The coating was allowed to air dry and the coating was rated qualitatively on a scale of 1-5 with 5 being a perfect non-textured leveled coating and 1 being a very poor unleveled coating.

[0062] Testing procedure:

[0063] 1) The black Plastic Coupon was cleaned with alcohol to remove any residue. 2) A foam applicator pad was used to apply each sample on the Plastic Coupon divided into two sections with tape.

[0064] 3) Each sample was allowed to dry for several hours before qualitatively evaluating for leveling characteristics. Examples 1-6

[0065] Treatment Solution Preparation Treatment solutions were prepared by placing Ingredient B (Acrylic Resin) in a vessel and was dissolved by the combination of Ingredient A (acetone) and Ingredient C (Glycol Ether) by mixing for 2 hours. Ingredient D (Hydrocarbon Solvent) was added and the mixture was mixed until completely dissolved. Ingredient E (Siloxane) was added and the mixture was stirred for 15 min to form a homogeneous solution. The Identity and Weight % of the treatment solution is shown in Table 1.

[0066] Table t: Treatment Solution Testing

[0067] The treatment solutions of Examples 1-6 were tested for Self-Leveling using the test method described above. The results are shown in Table 2 below.

[0068] Table 2: Qualitative Leveling Rating

[0069] -I l-

Claims

What is claimed is:

1. A treatment solution comprising: at least one (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin; and a mixture of at least 4 solvents, wherein the mixture comprises: at least one ketone solvent; at least one hydrocarbon solvent; at least one glycol ether; and at least one siloxane, wherein the (meth)acrylate resin is dissolved in the solvent mixture, wherein the treatment solution is free of added water, and wherein the treatment solution is not an aerosol solution.

2. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the (meth)acrylate resin comprises an alkyl (meth)acrylate-based resin comprising one or more alkyl (meth)acrylate monomers selected from methyl (meth)acrylate, ethyl (meth)acrylate, propyl (meth)acrylate, butyl (meth)acrylate or alkyl .

3. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the (meth)acrylate resin comprises an alkyl (meth)acrylate-based resin selected from an iso-butyl methacrylate-based resin.

4. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the treatment solution further comprises at least one additive selected from UV stabilizers selected from benzophenone, HALS (hindered amine light stabilizers), benzotriazoles, triazines, and combinations thereof.

5. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the ketone solvent comprises acetone, methyl ethyl ketone, methyl amyl ketone, methyl isobutyl ketone, di-isobutyl ketone, and combinations thereof.

6. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the ketone solvent comprises acetone.

7. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the hydrocarbon solvent comprises hexane, heptane, petroleum ether, kerosene, mineral oil, and combinations thereof.

8. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the hydrocarbon solvent comprises an aliphatic petroleum distillate with a flash point of greater than 60°C.

9. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the glycol ether comprises propylene glycol n-propyl ether, propylene glycol n-butyl ether, di-ethylene glycol n-butyl ether, ethylene glycol n-butyl ether, di-propylene glycol n-propyl ether, di-ethylene glycol hexyl ether, diethylene glycol ethyl ether, propylene glycol, ethylene glycol, ethylene glycol hexyl ether, and combinations thereof.

10. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the glycol ether comprises ethylene glycol hexyl ether.

11. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the siloxane comprises a fully-methylated linear or cyclic siloxane fluid with a viscosity of less than 10 centistokes.

12. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the siloxane comprises hexamethyl disiloxane.

13. The treatment solution of claim 1, wherein the treatment solution upon drying forms a coating that is self-leveling and durable, wherein self-leveling means that the coating has no surface texture other than the surface texture of the surface to which it is applied and durable means that the coating maintains the colorfastness of the surface to which it is applied for at least 110 days.

14. The treatment solution of claim 1 comprising:8-20 weight % of a (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin;8-20 weight % of a ketone solvent;9-53 weight % of a hydrocarbon solvent;8-20 weight % of a glycol ether; and7-40 weight % of a siloxane.

15. A treatment kit comprising: either an applicator pad; and a treatment solution, wherein the treatment solution contained within a vessel that can be opened and closed and is not an aerosol container comprises: at least one (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin; and a mixture of at least 4 solvents, wherein the mixture comprises: at least one ketone solvent; at least one hydrocarbon solvent; at least one glycol ether; and at least one siloxane, wherein the (meth)acrylate resin is dissolved in the solvent mixture, wherein the solution is free of added water, and wherein the treatment solution is not an aerosol solution; or a sealed sachet comprising an applicator pad with the treatment solution applied to the applicator pad.

16. The treatment kit of claim 15, wherein the applicator pad comprises a sponge, a foam pad, a non-woven pad, a microfiber pad, or a flocked pad.

17. The treatment kit of claim 15, wherein the kit comprises a sealed sachet, wherein the sealed sachet comprises a foil sachet or one made from polymeric materials.

18. The treatment kit of claim 15, comprising:8-20 weight % of a (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin;8-20 weight % of a ketone solvent;9-53 weight % of a hydrocarbon solvent;8-20 weight % of a glycol ether; and7-40 weight % of a siloxane.

19. A method for treating a trim article comprising: providing a trim article with at least one exposed surface, wherein the trim article comprises rubber or plastic; providing a treatment kit, the treatment kit comprising:an applicator pad; and a treatment solution, wherein the treatment solution comprises: at least one (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin; and a mixture of at least 4 solvents, wherein the mixture comprises: at least one ketone solvent; at least one hydrocarbon solvent; at least one glycol ether; and at least one siloxane, wherein the (meth)acrylate resin is dissolved in the solvent mixture, wherein the treatment solution is free of added water, and wherein the treatment solution is not an aerosol solution; applying an aliquot of the treatment solution to the applicator pad or to the exposed surface of the trim article; rubbing the treatment solution over the exposed surface of the trim article; and permitting the treatment solution to dry, wherein upon drying the treatment solution forms a coating that is self-leveling and durable, wherein self-leveling means that the coating has no surface texture other than the surface texture of the surface to which it is applied and durable means that the coating maintains the colorfastness of the surface to which it is applied for at least 110 days.

20. The method of claim 19, wherein the treatment kit comprises: an applicator pad comprising a sponge, a foam pad, a non-woven pad, a microfiber pad, or a flocked pad; and a treatment solution contained within a vessel that can be opened and closed and is not an aerosol vessel, wherein the treatment solution comprises:8-20 weight % of a (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin;8-20 weight % of a ketone solvent;9-53 weight % of a hydrocarbon solvent;8-20 weight % of a glycol ether; and7-40 weight % of a siloxane.

21. A method for treating a trim article comprising: providing a trim article with at least one exposed surface, wherein the trim article comprises rubber or plastic; providing a treatment kit, the treatment kit comprising: a sachet containing: an applicator pad; and a treatment solution applied to the applicator pad, wherein the treatment solution comprises: at least one (meth)acrylate resin that is a film-forming, thermoplastic resin; and a mixture of at least 4 solvents, wherein the mixture comprises: at least one ketone solvent; at least one hydrocarbon solvent; at least one glycol ether; and at least one siloxane, wherein the (meth)acrylate resin is dissolved in the solvent mixture, wherein the treatment solution is free of added water, opening the sachet; rubbing the applicator pad containing the treatment solution over the exposed surface of the trim article; and permitting the treatment solution to dry, wherein upon drying the treatment solution forms a coating that is self-leveling and durable, wherein self-leveling means that the coating has no surface texture other than the surface texture of the surface to which it is applied and durable means that the coating maintains the colorfastness of the surface to which it is applied for at least 110 days.

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