Ok so i got a frost interior on my 200max and Im sure anyone who else does either regrets it or knows that its a ***** to keep clean...any suggestions for cleaning the seats...ive tried the eagle one leather care and the armoral but they just dont cut it...I have also tried the multipurpose apoholstry cleaner and thats too abrasive..so im lost

 

Lexol leather cleaner then follow with Lexol protectant. The first time I cleaned my frost seats, the rag was filthly brown afterwards. Takes some elbow grease to get the deep down dirt out.

 

You may even want to get a toothbrush and scrub the seats with the Lexol cleaner, that's what I had to do. It took about 2 hours to clean the front seats. And like 00MaxSE said be sure to follow up with some Lexol protectant.

 

I've heard ALOT of good things about Lexol. I've just been too lazy to go buy some and try it out.

 

Stop being lazy and go buy some!

 

Can I use Lexol on black leather seats?

 

^ Why would the color of your seats matter?

 

ToneBoat- Do a search for a thread I started a few years ago on the Mr. Clean Magic Ereasor.....It is THE tool to deep clean your leather. THEN follow it up with lexol. THEN- thank me When I introduced this to the org, it got rave reviews. Trust me on this one. YOU WONT BELIEVE HOW WELL IT WORKS.

 

ohhh it works AWESOMELY!!!! keeps my white.... ( white is hard) leather nice a clean

 

Oh & another one. I've read about ALOT of folks over on the autopia forums that use a mixture of water & wool lite. They say it works great. I believe for leather seats they mix it 10-1.

 

magic eraser ftw!!!!!!!!!!

 

How do you see dirt on black seats ???

 

You can't SEE it per say, but it is there...lurking in the mists. Muwahaha!

 

good one ..

 

If you want to SEE the dirt, than take some ph balanced leather cleaner, a clean white terry cloth, some elbow grease, and then look at the cloth. If you don't maintain your leather properly, you should see the dirt on the cloth very well.

Point is with leather, you should be cleaning/conditioning it weekly/monthly depending on the enviorment the car is in, and the type of cleaner/conditioner you use.

 

I've heard if you clean leather with something not specifically for it, its good to wipe it afterwards with a clean damp cloth to remove any of the agent that may do damage if left on for a period.

My shoes say not to clean them with anything that has silicone in it because it breaks down the seals/ stitching. Seams like it would have a similiar effect on seat fabrics especially leather but I am not sure.

Anyways hello everybody. One of these days I hope to ask you all a question

 

^^ Welcome A good first post.

 

So how much does that Lexol Cleaner and Protectant cost?

 

^^ Under $10 I believe. $8.99 or something like that.

 

i talked to the guys who detail for mercedes the other day.. they use vaseline.. yes vaseline to keep that soft supple look ongoing.. it also helps to prevent cracking during the winter months.. try it in a small spot and you will see the results easily.. the better part is that it doesnt feel greasy and get all over your clothes like other protectants/cleaners

 

It DOESN'T?

 

Umm...I'd have to see this to believe it. Why not just use a good leather conditioner/protectant? I suppose they save money this way.

 

Maybe vaseline (or something derived) is a main ingridient in the other "branded" products.

Maybe its like Tylenol and Acetominophen, same stuff, different price.

 

I heard KY works pretty well too.

 

OK..formor accord man, i did i seach and could not find a write up on Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.

secondly, locally where can you find this Lexol leather cleaner - does it come mixed, do you have to prepare it? would any cloth work to clean it?

lastly, as far as the panels and rear dash carpet like material? what would u suggest? where would you get if from? (Walmart, Home depot. etc major stores.)

My cream leater seats are really dirty. ... i want them to look new!

 

I use Lexol (cleaner and conditioner) as well, it foams up well and does not really smell.. I got mine at ACE hardware store for 12.99

 

thanks picked up some today!

 

I just purchased on 05 with leather. This is my 1st car with leather. I'm glad that I found this thread on this site. Now I have an idea of what to do!

 

Is there any other place besides ACE that sales Lexol? I went to Walmart, Target, and Auto Zone. I couldn't find it. I guess I'm going to have to do a search for ACE Hardwares in my area or buy it off the internet. Can you use a towel to apply the stuff to the leather? Do you guys use Armoral for the dash and doors?

Thanks

 

Looked on the Internet and Pep Boy's also caries it for $8.99.

 

Autozone didn't have it? Murrays has it and I'm sure Advance does. Yes I used a towel. Armorall low shine is ok to use IMO.

 

Hey guys, besides the seats, steering wheel, and center console, is there anything else in the max that is leather? I finallly cleaned my seats yesterday. It took me about 1hr-1 1/2 hr for the front and back. The seats were pretty clean.

 

I have a leather e-brake boot, so yeah

 

Nice, post pics.

 

Hey guys I'm cleaning the driver seat on my infiniti.. its black leather but in certain areas it is a thin grey white area.. very random and just on the back part not on the seat.. any ideas what that is? maybe rain? And how would i get it back to original color? I tried the Meguiar's spray leather cleaner/conditioner but didnt really do anything.. thanks in advance!

 

Wow glad to see my thread took off so well! Anyways as an update I am using meguiars cleaner/conditioner (all in one) works pretty good. Someone tipped me off at the start of this threat to use the mister clean magic eraser and that thing is the best thing ever. I was just wondering if anyone prefers any of the other magic erasers? I use the plain one