A new vehicle with leather seats can offer a serious upgrade to your
daily travels in Rincon and Savannah. Not only are leather seats
comfortable, but they also give your cabin a more stylish and
luxurious atmosphere. With proper leather seat care, you’ll find that
your leather seats will only get better with age. In the guide below,
Springfield Chrysler Automart explains how to clean leather car seats
at home without causing any damage to the premium material.
Damage-Free Leather Seat Care
It’s important to follow the recommended steps for how to clean car
seats made of leather. If you deviate, you might end up damaging your
leather seats. Start your leather seat care at home using these simple
steps!
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First, vacuum your interior thoroughly. Be sure to get into all the
tight spots and crevices and remove any dust, dirt, crumbs, or other
debris.
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After all the surface debris is gone, apply a pH-neutral leather
cleaner to the upholstery. Tip: If you have perforated seats, be
careful to avoid getting any cleaner in the holes.
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Use a clean microfiber cloth and a soft-bristled brush to gently
cleanse your leather seats.
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Once you’re satisfied with the state of your leather upholstery,
it’s smart to follow up with an OEM-approved leather conditioner.
Gently work the conditioner all around the upholstery with a new,
clean microfiber cloth. Allow the conditioner to dry completely,
then use another microfiber cloth to buff it into your seats. Why do
we recommend using leather conditioner? It helps preserve the
quality of the leather and prevent cracking.
What Products are Safe for Leather Seat Care?
You should only use cleaning products that are specifically designed
for car interior leather — your owner’s manual might even have a
recommendation. When it comes to microfiber cloths, stick to white
cloths that have no dye, as it can stain your leather when wet.
Products to Avoid Using On Leather Seats:
- Sharp objects that may scratch
- Household cleaner
- Dark cloths
- Detergents
- Furniture polish
More Leather Seat Care Advice from Our Service Team
In addition to knowing how to clean leather car seats, keeping the
following tips in mind can help keep your leather interior in pristine
condition for years to come:
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Always have a travel-size bottle of your leather seat cleaner in
your vehicle, as well as a few clean microfiber cloths. If something
spills while you’re driving, you can work quickly to clean it up
before it stains.
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Do you have access to a garage or covered parking space? Parking
your vehicle out of direct sunlight as much as possible will help
keep the leather soft and prevent fading or cracking.
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You can also look for shady parking spots when you’re out and about
in Statesboro! Again, it will help to protect the appearance and
quality of your leather interior.
Get More Car Care Tips from Springfield Chrysler Automart
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