Best leather balm

[MaKaToM]

Hi guys,

The interior of my new car is in pretty good shame and the leather is still the lovely original Matt finish. Just wondering, what treatmentdo you guys use to keep it that way?

I have an unopened bottle of Autoglym Leather Care Balm, but wonder if I should use something different?

thanks all!
Tom

 

[markjay]

People in the know say that car leather has a polymer sealant coat from the factory and should be cleaned like plastic - with a wet cloth.

But, I use a leather conditioner on the leather bits in my car (sadly only the steering wheel, gear selector lever and gaiter) and it does work for me, i.e. in spite of the theory above it does seem to work, the leather is smooth and shiny after using it.

So make up your own mind....

 

[markjay]

Incidentally, I don't use any of the many car products on the market, I use this instead:

Dr Martens Wonder Balsam Leather Wax Natural - Brown - One size : Amazon.co.uk: Fashion

Dr Martens Wonder Balsam Leather Wax Natural - Brown - One size : Amazon.co.uk: Fashion

www.amazon.co.uk

It was a tip from an American detailing forum... and it works a treat.

 

[AMV]

i Use Dr Leather Wipes occasionally on my leathers. They work well.

Dr Leather Cleaning Wipes 40pk

Dr Leather wipes are a quick and easy way of keeping your leather looking fresh using the same thats found in the Dr Leather Advanced Cleaner these ultra thin, fully synthetic microfibre wipes come pre-impregnated with the cleaning solution.This makes the application even more convenient and can...

www.exceldetailingsupplies.co.uk

 

[Atavus]

Dr Leather here too. Darryl understands the needs of the materials in cars.

 

[GavinP]

I can recommend Raceglaze who offer a cleaner and a balm in their range.