[Spensaur]

My coral red leather seats are looking a bit dated -- you can see that it is pretty worn, there are some black marks etched into the seats, and the red just doesn't pop as much as it used to.

I've used Lexol leather cleaner and conditioner but I don't think it's strong enough so I'm looking for something better. What would you guys recommend to help me bring my seats to the way it came from the factory? Also, how do you treat it? With a sponge, by hand, or with a cloth?

BTW, I found this on Amazon -- any reviews?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...A3G0JR9LOYP8KU

[Detailed Image]

Never tried the stuff in the Amazon link but I've always had success with Leatherique products. When leather is in pretty rough shape, I normally reach for Meguiar's APC diluted anywhere from 12-15:1 (1 part cleaner, 12-15 parts water). I use the APC before doing the Leatherique process of course and it tends to clean up pretty much everything I feel I can safely clean up. Hope that helps.

Ivan @ DI

[mvillezcas]

Originally Posted by Spensaur

My coral red leather seats are looking a bit dated -- you can see that it is pretty worn, there are some black marks etched into the seats, and the red just doesn't pop as much as it used to.

I've used Lexol leather cleaner and conditioner but I don't think it's strong enough so I'm looking for something better. What would you guys recommend to help me bring my seats to the way it came from the factory? Also, how do you treat it? With a sponge, by hand, or with a cloth?

BTW, I found this on Amazon -- any reviews?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...A3G0JR9LOYP8KU

Apc with microfiber towel but sounds like you'll need a medium bristle brush to get into the creases. Repeat as needed. Leather cleaners pretty much suck, especially lexol. After all the grime is off with apc, wipe some leather master cleaner for good measure. Then finish off with Zaino Z10 leather in a bottle. Smells like new leather. This is the routine I did on my coral red seats.

[SHEEDI]

Originally Posted by Detailed Image

Never tried the stuff in the Amazon link but I've always had success with Leatherique products. When leather is in pretty rough shape, I normally reach for Meguiar's APC diluted anywhere from 12-15:1 (1 part cleaner, 12-15 parts water). I use the APC before doing the Leatherique process of course and it tends to clean up pretty much everything I feel I can safely clean up. Hope that helps.

Ivan @ DI

+1

[SHEEDI]

Originally Posted by Spensaur

My coral red leather seats are looking a bit dated -- you can see that it is pretty worn, there are some black marks etched into the seats, and the red just doesn't pop as much as it used to.

I've used Lexol leather cleaner and conditioner but I don't think it's strong enough so I'm looking for something better. What would you guys recommend to help me bring my seats to the way it came from the factory? Also, how do you treat it? With a sponge, by hand, or with a cloth?

BTW, I found this on Amazon -- any reviews?
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...A3G0JR9LOYP8KU

Post pics please

[Dan Villa]

For major cleanings my buddy swears by using scrubbing bubbles and a soft brush... then follow up with leather conditioner. He has an e36 m3 with dove interior and I have to admit after he does this they come out like new.

[SHEEDI]

Originally Posted by Dan Villa

For major cleanings my buddy swears by using scrubbing bubbles and a soft brush... then follow up with leather conditioner. He has an e36 m3 with dove interior and I have to admit after he does this they come out like new.

Here is your friend on youtube swearing. After cleaning leather seats with scrubber, OP's interior will smell like Bathroom

[Detailers Domain]

got any photos of the seats?

[rgol]

The best leather cleaner I have ever used is....Woolite. I swear by it. Works great for leather as well as stains on headliner, doors sunroof cover etc. Just a cap full with a 16-20 oz. cup of warm water will clean your seats better than any product. I also love Zaino's Leather Conditioner. No glossy finish and smells great.