Affordable tips to clean your car seats

To keep your car’s interior always clean and pleasant, regular cleaning is essential. Whether your seats are fabric or leather, here’s how to make the task easy and quick!

For a noble material, Leather is fragile and therefore must be cleaned carefully. Before you start, always test on a small, inconspicuous area of the seats to ensure the product used won’t damage the Leather. As much as possible, clean a stain as quickly as you can because Leather can absorb certain substances, especially greases, and remain marked. Always begin by carefully vacuuming your seats with a soft attachment, taking care not to scratch the surface.

• Cleaning milks: They have a neutral pH and allow you to wash and nourish Leather in depth.
• Cleaning wipes : practical but not very eco-friendly, to be reserved for quick and strictly occasional cleaning.
• Balms or creams : they’re more time-consuming to apply, but the results will be better.

Always Clean Seats

Fabric seats in your vehicle can get dirty quickly, especially if you have children or pets. To remove stains and other bad odors, everyday products are very effective allies.

• White vinegar: A miracle remedy found in most households, this organic product is also effective against stains. Mix 50 cl of white vinegar, 25 cl of water, and 2 tablespoons of dish soap in a bucket. Dip a sponge into this mixture and scrub vigorously on the stains. Then rinse the seats with clean water.
• Soda crystals: Wear gloves as these crystals can also be irritating. Mix one cup of crystals in one liter of water, soak a sponge and scrub the stains. Finish by rinsing with clean water and drying the seats with a sponge towel or a hairdryer.
• Steam cleaner: environmentally friendly and effective, it’s an essential tool. Many affordable models can restore the shine to your seats.
• Sparkling water: Yes, quite simply! It works very well for vomit stains, as it helps loosen dirt and grime.
• Ice: If chewing gum or that notorious Slime loved by children has invaded one of the seats, place an ice cube on it, wait a few moments, then scrape off the excess before cleaning.

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