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Cleaning leather upholstery – [step by step guide]
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Cars with leather upholstery are more expensive, so it is worth taking care of your exclusive purchase and maintaining the pristine condition of the natural leather for as long as possible. Proper care means that even a long and intensive period of use does not tarnish leather seats in the car. However, if we neglect them, we will quickly notice that the upholstery no longer looks as impressive as it did in the showroom when we bought the car.
We admire old cars with genuine leather interiors with awe. Many of them boast truly well-preserved upholstery. This, of course, depends on how you care for your car's leather . How you treat it determines how it will change with each passing month and year.
Properties of natural leather
Before you learn how to clean genuine leather in a car , we'll give you a few tips on how to distinguish genuine leather from synthetic leather, which merely imitates it. First and foremost, genuine leather is characterized by durability and solidity, provided it's properly cared for and maintained. Otherwise, after a few years, it will become hard and cracked. Natural leather is naturally porous, allowing it to breathe and absorb moisture very well. Unfortunately, this characteristic also makes it very sensitive to dust and sand, which can cause wear and tear on the leather upholstery.
(photo: My Car)
Leather can also discolor, especially light-colored leather. It easily absorbs odors and is sensitive to sunlight and high temperatures. This means it needs regular moisturizing, which also makes it more elastic and therefore pleasant to the touch. Above all, car leather should be cleaned regularly, using appropriate products designed for natural leather care. These products have moisturizing properties, effectively remove dirt, protect against dust buildup, and improve its elasticity.
Several stages cleaning leather upholstery
This may take several dozen minutes, but it's worth it. First, the upholstery needs to be vacuumed. You can use a portable handheld vacuum cleaner or a household vacuum cleaner. Those lucky enough to be able to vacuum the interior of their vehicle at home are those who have to use gas station vacuums for an additional, albeit small, fee. Some stations also offer this service free of charge. Cleaning leather upholstery this way requires water. Be careful with the amount of water, as water and leather don't mix well. To do this, lightly dampen a cloth and wipe the leather. Use water sparingly, as moisture is harmful to leather.
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Leather upholstery cleaner
After the initial upholstery wash, we move on to the next step, using specialized leather cleaning and preservation products. We need to remove dirt, even those we know will resist. A good car leather cleaner must be designed for natural leather; otherwise, we risk damaging it. To simultaneously remove dirt and restore the leather's color and shine, use Moje Auto 3-in-1 leather balm . It prevents drying, cracking, and fading. Its formula is enriched with avocado oil, which deepens the color. Furthermore, the product creates a protective layer on the leather surface, protecting it from the harmful effects of UV rays. Apply the balm with a soft cloth and gently rub it into the leather.
The Moje Auto leather upholstery care product is perfect for moisturizing and restoring the elasticity of natural leather . It restores its softness and makes it pleasant to the touch. It also protects it from biological corrosion and dirt.
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(photo: My Car)
What condition is the leather in your car? Do you take care of it as if it were your own?
