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Old 12-29-2011, 07:44 PM
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what's a good leather cleaner and conditioner?

this is the second car i've had with leather and the leather is a really light color. whenever i clean my interior i can tell the seats need a good cleaning and conditioning. i've had it for a few months now and i'd like to clean the seats really well and condition them. the seats have all the normal wear on the side bolsters and the front part of the seat. the leather is still pretty soft but, i know it can be even softer and alot cleaner. i know there's many products out there. most are cleaners and conditioners in one. what's a good cleaner and conditioner i can use to have my seats looking and feeling great? it doesn't have to be a cleaner/ conditioner in one but that'd be nice.
 
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Leather Surface Identification - http://www.autopia.org/forum/guide-d...ml#post1451654

Proper Finished Leather Cleaning and Care - http://www.autopia.org/forum/guide-d...ning-care.html
 
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leatherique

detailediamge.com see leatherique todd cooperide...http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...r-care-how-to/
 

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I just used a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser and follow with a generic conditioner...worked amazingly
 
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Old 01-02-2012, 12:03 PM
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leatherique

detailediamge.com see leatherique tood cooperide...http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...r-care-how-to/
+1 on this. Leatherique is fantastic.
 
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leatherique

detailediamge.com see leatherique todd cooperide...http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...r-care-how-to/
Actually if you get the package with leatherique and the other cleaner, that's the best I've seen or used. Great stuff. not cheap, sure worth it. I've only gone over my seats once with that stuff butt, it's worth every single penny. It's not an easy or qwik task.
 
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leatherique

detailediamge.com see leatherique todd cooperide...http://www.detailedimage.com/ask-a-p...r-care-how-to/
^+1
 
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The Leatherique Prestine Clean and Leatherique Rejuvenator Oil are my "go to" cleaner and conditioner for leather care. This combo is amazing at deep cleaning the seats and removing the normal accumulation of dirt, dust, human oils and light stains. The conditioners keep the leather soft and gentle yet durable and strong so they will look great for years to come. It can be used for a quick process on newer leather or use a bit more product to restore faded and neglected leather and leatherette seats. Check out our Leatherique application guide with before and after pictures to see it in action. If you want additional UV protection I would highly recommend the 303 Aerospace Protectant or the Optimum Protectant Plus (Leather Protectant). Just spray a light coating on a microfiber towel and apply a nice thin coating to the seats to help prevent UV fading. They both are known for a nice matte finish that is not slick and greasy feeling. If you have any questions please let me know!

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I have been quite happy with Zaino Z-9 and Z-10. I also use 303 Aerospace protectant in between major details.

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Zaino 9 & 10.
 
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