Cleaning leather seats

[B16BFR]

Just a quickie, i was wondering if anyone could advise me on a product that will bring my dull looking leathers back to life.

Thanks

Ben

 

[WDB124066]

Bee's knees.

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[219]

Gliptone products come highly recommended , although there have been adverse comments about the surly and abrupt manner of the proprietor ........

Leather Care | Leather Cleaner

 

[Ted]

Leather Care | Leather Cleaner

I have used this, and can guarantee you will not be disappointed.

 

[andy27168]

Hi,
I have used Gliptone and now Meguires, though good with a nice smell, I prefer the Meguires to the gliptone as it seems to get the leather cleaner.

 

[whitenemesis]

Gliptone cleaner followed by Gliptone conditioner, works beautifully

I get mine from here, great service

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[Alps]

Another vote for gliptone, reminds me i have to buy some more!

 

[Gareth]

Gliptone also, got a load in the garage that i'll be putting on soon actually. (2nd use)

 

[Primo]

Does it work on perforated leather? I wouldn't want to colour the untreated perforation holes. If not, any other suggestions?

Thanks

 

[whitenemesis]

Yes, it doesn't colour the leather. I used it on my perforated leather, no problem except being careful not to use too much cream as it can block the holes. It eventually absorbs though

 

[karlb]

Gliptone cleaner followed by Gliptone conditioner, works beautifully

I get mine from here, great service

Car Interior Cleaners and Protectants

Great, mine has gotten a bit dark and dirty lately.

This is getting bought!

 

[whitenemesis]

Another product that I will try is Gliptone's Safety solvent cleaner to remove dye transfer on my red nappa seats. I've only seen it sold from Gliptone's website. The normal cleaner / conditioner does not quite remove all traces.

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[horsesuitedfool]

I swear by Swissvax leather cleaner and leather milk, my leather interior looks no different to a new car and smells the same too. The cleaner is not milk either so it doesnt clog the perforated seats....Its pricey though

 

[CuriousJo]

To clean leather, dust regulary with a cloth, occasionally with a dumpened cloth. Wash every 6 months or so with saddle soap (available at sporting goods stores or shoe stores).
Remove loose dirt with a stiff brush or damp cloth. Rub a dump cloth on saddle soap and work up leather using circular motion and wipe away the excess with anothe damp cloth. Allow to air-dry and buff with a clean, soft cloth. Finish with a protective leather cream sold bu leather retailers.

 

[jaymanek]

Ive alays been advised NOT to use saddle soap on car leather upholstery... It can dry it out and crack it.

Saddle soap and conditioners, while good for your baseball glove or go-go boots, are not to be used on automotive leather of any kind. The soap contains alkalis, which can permanently damage the material in your seats. Household detergents and cleaners can damage leather as well. Always use only a product designed for the type of leather your vehicle has.

 

[keysl]

Gliptone user here. Brilliant stuff.

 

[300CE]

I use Gliptone too, cleaner & conditioner. I also use my little un's baby wipes, as they have a neutral pH, to loosen/wipe away dirt on the seats first.

 

[carnut]

I think you will find that there is Leather, Leather. and Leather

Old...use saddle soap and creams. It gets into the leather and supports it

Normal MB..use gliptone to take off the surface dirt without doing harm to the oils in the leather

Other ( New) stuff just use a wipe and interior shampoo or it will dry and crack

If in doubt take professional advice

 

[CockneyPlayboy]

I have always sworn by Autoglym's Leather Protector.

It is not a cleaning product but it really moisturises and protects the leather after it has been cleaned and assists the leather in not drying out/cracking

 

[CuriousJo]

Best is to keep leather upholstery away from direct sunlight and clean it with cool water, then polish with olive oil.