We all know that having leather seats in your car can add that extra level of luxury and comfort but if you don’t take the time to look after them they can end up being an expensive mistake! Here we look at the best ways to keep your leatherwork in top condition for the life of your car.
Leather is a great hard-wearing material but without the proper maintenance, it can start to show wear and tear sometimes worse than that which you’d see on fabric seats.
Keep Your Leather Seats Clean
Obvious right? Well, you’d be surprised how often people neglect cleaning their leather seats and trims in their cars because they are seen as so hardwearing. But the leather in your car needs just as much care as fabric seats and trims would. There are some great leather cleaning products out there that are specifically designed to help you maintain your car. Even giving your seats a wipe-down with a soft damp cloth can be a great start to your regular leather maintenance.
It should be noted here that if you’re trying a new leather cleaner it’s always a good idea to try a little bit out on a hidden area, just in case it causes any discolouration.
Dealing With Damage
If there is any damage to your leather you’re going to need to repair it as soon as possible, if left it will only get worse!
If you see any cracking you can use a good leather filler. Not only will it fill in the cracks but it will also give the leather in these high wear areas extra strength. Using filler on cracking leather can also mean you need to recolour or repaint the leather. If this sounds like something you wouldn’t be comfortable doing always seek professional help, the last thing you want to do is ruin your car seats!
Maintaining Fresh Looking Leather Seats
Once you start taking care of your leather seats making part of your regular car cleaning routine is easy. It will give your whole care a new lease of life too and keep it looking like new for many years to come.
If all this sounds like too much effort, don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here at WL Mobile Valeting, we offer a Protection Pack to look after your leather as part of our Diamond Package. Get in touch with us today to book a great, fully mobile valeting experience in Reading, Swindon and the surrounding areas.
