Strong Leather Cleaner Needed

Spensaur · 09-28-2014, 06:49 PM

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 · 09-29-2014, 10:41 AM

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 · 10-01-2014, 12:44 AM

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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 · 10-01-2014, 07:13 AM

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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

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SHEEDI · 10-01-2014, 07:27 AM

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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 · 10-01-2014, 08:00 AM

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 · 10-01-2014, 08:38 AM

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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 · 10-08-2014, 08:06 PM

got any photos of the seats?

rgol · 10-11-2014, 09:03 AM

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.

09-28-2014, 06:49 PM	#1
Spensaur Lieutenant 38 Rep 555 Posts Drives: E93 328i Join Date: May 2008 Location: So.Cal iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 BMW E93 328i [9.00]	Strong Leather Cleaner Needed 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 __________________ 2007 E93 328i \| Space Gray Coral Red \| M-Tech Front Bumper w/ Carbon Fiber Splitters \| BMW Performance Rear Bumper \| BMW Performance Exhaust w/ Secondary Cat Delete \| Injen Intake \| HID Angel Eyes \| M3 Trunk Lip Spoiler
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Detailed Image 360 Rep 5,052 Posts Drives: Detailed by Detailed Image Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Albany, NY iTrader: (5)	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
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Dan Villa Private First Class 52 Rep 187 Posts Drives: 2020 M340i X-Drive Join Date: Mar 2014 Location: long Island iTrader: (1) Garage List 2020 BMW M340 [9.75]	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.
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10-11-2014, 09:03 AM	#9
rgol Private 5 Rep 79 Posts Drives: 2009 e93 335i MSport Join Date: Jul 2009 Location: NashVegas, TN iTrader: (1)	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.
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