Can Car Seat Peeling Be Replaced?
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Car seat peeling cannot be replaced, as doing so would compromise the original seat texture and pose certain safety risks. The stitching along the edges of the seat meets specific standards, and failure to meet these standards could affect the proper deployment of airbags. For minor tears in the seat, lay the affected area flat on a workbench, apply acrylic resin evenly over the tear, and then dry it with a heat gun. For larger tears, lay the affected area flat on a workbench, place a piece of non-woven fabric slightly larger than the tear underneath, apply leather adhesive evenly, cover the tear with a cotton cloth, and use an iron to press and smooth the surface. Finally, remove the cotton cloth and dry the area with a heat gun.
Of course you can replace it! Peeling seats can really ruin your mood. The leather seats in my previous car started cracking and peeling after five or six years of use, which looked really cheap. I drove straight to a modification shop to get them replaced. You can choose to reupholster them with original factory leather, which costs around 800 to 1500, or opt for more cost-effective faux leather for just five or six hundred. After replacement, they look brand new, and if the craftsman does a good job, you can't even tell they've been reupholstered. Try to avoid parking in direct sunlight and don't use harsh cleaning agents when cleaning, so the new upholstery lasts longer. If only a small area is peeling, you can actually patch it up separately without replacing the whole seat, saving a lot of money.
