Recommendation for cleaning/restoring leather.

[wagen]

Looking to give some TLC to the leather seats in an attempt to restore them to their former glory. They are black Nappa in a 2006 S211 E320cdi. Am a bit apprehensive about using the wrong products, are there any products that are preferred/recommended?

 

[grumpytosser]

Looking to give some TLC to the leather seats in an attempt to restore them to their former glory. They are black Nappa in a 2006 S211 E320cdi. Am a bit apprehensive about using the wrong products, are there any products that are preferred/recommended?

Bleach and wire wool?

Or lexol or any leather cleaning stuff will do really

 

[whitenemesis]

Your leather will be sealed so don't bother with any conditioners but any proprietary cleaner (Dr Leather, Gliptone etc..) will work well. As would warm water and a mild wool detergent solution. Just don't soak the seats..
Make sure to vacuum the seats well beforehand, to remove any grit.

 

[Martin 1]

Have a look at the "Furniture Clinic" site, and if necessary give them a buzz, knowledgeable and friendly folk. No connection.

 

[wagen]

Thanks for the tips everyone.

 

[ray_hennig]

Have a look at the "Furniture Clinic" site

We used their products on 25 year old 124 coupé seats. Pretty happy with the result.

RayH