How to Clean Leather Car Seats | Leather Seat Care

Since the 1980’s, the automotive industry has seen a veritable boom in the use of leather seats. Finding and buying a vehicle with leather seats for your Latham commutes is an exciting purchase – there’s just something that feels undeniably fancy about leather seats. That being said, leather seats require more care if you plan on keeping them in good condition. Ensure that you’re properly caring for your leather seats by following this quick guide from Metro Ford Sales Inc, and be sure to reach out to us if you have any questions.

Tips on How to Clean Leather Car Seats

If you arrived at this page by searching for leather car seat cleaning tips, then here’s what you came for! Follow these simple steps to get your leather car seats clean and looking fresh and new for much longer than if they’re cared for improperly:

1. To start, you’ll want to vacuum the crevices of your seats to remove any dust, dirt, or debris. 
2. Apply a pH-neutral cleaning solution to your leather upholstery.
3. Use a microfiber cloth and a gentle, soft-bristled brush to clean the leather upholstery. 
4. After your seats are scrubbed and wiped clean, apply an approved leather conditioner to your seats, and gently work in using a clean microfiber cloth. 
5. Let the conditioner dry and then buff in with another clean microfiber cloth. Using a leather conditioner will help keep your seats supple and avoid cracking. 

What Cleaning Products Should Be Used?

• Colorless, damp microfiber rag to lightly dust leather car seats.
• Leather cleaning solution, pH-neutral.
• Dry microfiber rag
• Soft-bristle brush

What Cleaning Products to Avoid?

• Sharp objects that may scratch
• Household kitchen/bathroom cleaner
• Dark colored rags
• Furniture polish

Additional Leather Seat Care Tips

1. It’s not a bad idea to keep a travel-size bottle of cleaning solution and a microfiber rag or two in your vehicle, helping keep things clean while out and about in Colonie.
2. The more regulated temperature of a garage means keeping leather out of extreme temps – park inside when you can!
3. Parking in the shade can prevent sun bleaching and damage. 

Want to Know More About Cleaning Leather Car Seats?

Do you need assistance cleaning your car seats or finding the appropriate cleanser? You can reach out to our service and parts centers to learn more or get the ideal cleaning solution! And don’t miss our service specials for added savings.