How to Clean and Maintain Leather Seats?
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When there is only some dust, wipe with a damp towel and then dry with a dry towel. You can also use a long-haired brush in combination with a vacuum cleaner with strong suction. For surface stains, spray a universal cleaner on the surface and then wipe it. For severe grease stains, you can use a leather cleaner in combination. For deep cleaning, use a steam cleaner to thoroughly remove bacteria and odors from within. To prevent leather products from fading, aging, hardening, or cracking, and to restore their luster, use leather care products for maintenance.
Last time during maintenance, the technician taught me some practical tips. For cleaning genuine leather seats, use a neutral cleaner. First, vacuum the dust from the seams with a vacuum cleaner, and gently brush the folds with a soft-bristle brush. Spray the cleaning foam and let it sit for two minutes, then wipe it off with a dry towel in circular motions before it dries completely. For heavily soiled areas, use a horsehair brush with a light touch, applying the same gentle pressure as when wiping a phone screen. Perform leather conditioning every six months—I prefer using a care balm containing mink oil. Avoid directing the air conditioning vents straight at the leather seats. If a drink spills, immediately blot it with a tissue—never scrub with a wet cloth! When the seats get hot from the sun, cover them with a reflective mat. I always keep a suede cloth in my car for wiping off fingerprints.
