ihadablackdog
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Singapore stag said:
Did a quick google for that and found some interesting videos, but can't watch with sound at the moment so struggled a bit.
Leather Cleaner
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Did a quick google for that and found some interesting videos, but can't watch with sound at the moment so struggled a bit.
Deepseaskateboard
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Does anyone have before and after pics?
I also need to attempt this, but don’t want to ruin my seat!
I also need to attempt this, but don’t want to ruin my seat!
I've been using Autoglym Interior Cleaner both professionally and personally for 35 years.
You will not find a better complete cleaner for all interior surfaces including leather. A 5 litre tub costs approx £24 on Ebay and will last you years. I dilute mine 50:50 and use it as an APC also. It's awesome on engine bays, rubber mats and tyre walls too 
http://www.autoglymprofessional.com/en/products/interior-cleaner.html
You will not find a better complete cleaner for all interior surfaces including leather. A 5 litre tub costs approx £24 on Ebay and will last you years. I dilute mine 50:50 and use it as an APC also. It's awesome on engine bays, rubber mats and tyre walls too http://www.autoglymprofessional.com/en/products/interior-cleaner.html
I would go with the baby wipe recommendation. Anything used on a baby’s skin is unlikely to contain harsh chemicals. I have used these effectively for a variety of purposes over the years. In my working days I wore a suit and often a silk tie. Baby wipes were best at removing any stains from the ties. Much better than the proprietary products you can buy which often left some residue. They might not be sufficiently aggressive for really dirty seats but imo they are unlikely to do any damage and are worth trying before spending money on more expensive specialist products. Good luck and let us know what you finally decide to use and how effective it was. :roll:buzyg said:
Came across a video on Youtube mix 1 part Woolite to 5 or 6 parts water and scrub with a suitable brush. I just tried it and it's come out a treat, done a way better job than the leather cleaner from furnitureclinic.co.uk which cost me some 20 quid!
ihadablackdog
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Silverstar said:
Is the cleaned bit at the top of that picture, the matte looking section? Thats what I'm looking for.
What constitutes a suitable brush? Stiff bristles?
ihadablackdog said:
Yes correct the top part of the photo. I just used a new hard bristle toothbrush! Worked amazingly well and cost next to nothing compared to the so called professional cleaning solutions on the market. Now I just have to do the rest of the interior and then coat it with Gyeon Leather Shield.
z4pilot said:
I didn't know that, here in Spain I could only find one type and it is in a pink bottle and just says Woolite for delicate and wool clothes. I guess it must be the standard / original version? I actually bought it to wash my microfibres and then discovered that it can be used to clean leather too.
Deepseaskateboard
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Silverstar said:
Purchased from your recommendation and picture!
I hope it works!!
Deepseaskateboard said:Silverstar said:
Purchased from your recommendation and picture!
I hope it works!!
If it works post a pic! if it doesn't don't blame me
:wink: I finished cleaning the rest of my interior yesterday and it's looking real good! I need to get some colour dye to cover the minor scuffing on the bolster and then coat it with Gyeon Leather Shield.
Deepseaskateboard
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Silverstar said:Deepseaskateboard said:Silverstar said:
Purchased from your recommendation and picture!
I hope it works!!
If it works post a pic! if it doesn't don't blame me
Haha, I will test on a small patch.
Do you make the solution, dip the brush, and then scrub the seats?
Maybe scrub is the wrong word, a medium pressure?
I mixed the solution in a spray bottle, spray a little onto the seat and scrub using light to medium pressure and wipe off with a microfibre towel. For some of the smaller vertical areas I sprayed the solution onto the brush and then brushed it on.
idej_z4 said:mr wilks said:
Nope. The instructions say not to as it says conditioners trap contamination and can lead to increasing wear and derogation.
It's a two step process with a sealant applied after cleaning so it's pretty safe either way.
Confusing me now Dan
is it a 2 step process with something on top after the cleaner or do you just use it & leave alone ?
Deepseaskateboard
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I have just done the treatment.
Used 5:1 ratio, quite a strong solution, perhaps next time I would try 10:1 (water:woolite)
It has however, took the shine from the leather and restored the matte finish.
Seats don’t look as new, but it was my first go at it.
Used 5:1 ratio, quite a strong solution, perhaps next time I would try 10:1 (water:woolite)
It has however, took the shine from the leather and restored the matte finish.
Seats don’t look as new, but it was my first go at it.
mr wilks said:idej_z4 said:mr wilks said:
Nope. The instructions say not to as it says conditioners trap contamination and can lead to increasing wear and derogation.
It's a two step process with a sealant applied after cleaning so it's pretty safe either way.
Confusing me now Dan
There are two products. The first cleans, the second seals. Both water based.