How to Care for Faux Leather Car Seats
Cleaning and caring for home furniture might not be everyone’s cup of tea, but every car owner loves to maintain their car, especially if they have spent time and money to upgrade and accessorise it.
Faux leather, also known as vegan or synthetic leather car seats, is a part of this luxurious upgrade as it gives a premium look to your vehicle.
Faux Leather is created by using a layer of a certain kind of plastic embossed to create a texture similar to leather and is backed by fabric. While Faux Leather gives a luxurious look to your car it is important to care for them to increase their durability.
Here are a few things you can keep in mind while caring for your faux leather car seat.
Regular Dusting
The easiest way to maintain the faux leather seats is to ensure that dust doesn’t accumulate or cover the surface for prolonged periods. Dust acts as an abrasive and can lead to premature wear and tear of the seats. You can gently clean the surface using a microfiber cloth regularly to keep the seats clean.
Avoid Harsh Chemicals
Harsh chemicals or heavy-duty cleaners can lead to cracks on the surface due to the drying of the material. Never use harsh chemicals like bleach or bleaching agents
for cleaning faux leather seats as they are extremely drying and cause permanent damage. It’s advisable to use a damp cloth or mild soap water to get rid of any stains.
Avoid Sunlight
Harsh sunlight can also cause damage and dry out the leather. It is hence advisable to park your car in the shade or move it to a different location if it has been standing in the sun for too long.
Conditioning the Faux Leather
Faux leather due to daily use and wear can start to look dry and lifeless after some time. You can get your car seats conditioned by an expert who can use a faux leather conditioner to condition the material to enhance its durability and shine.
Do not leave stains unattended
The moment you spot a spill or even a small stain on the surface of the seats it’s better to take immediate action as a prolonged stay can penetrate beneath the protective layer of the material and cause permanent stains. Use the blotting method, i.e. use an absorbent towel or cloth and blot the stain or liquid, trying to lift it off the surface, do not rub the stain vigorously.
Check for colour transference
If your car seats are of a lighter colour even a freshly dyed cloth (indigo dyes or denim) can transfer to the seat. In case you see a colour transference on the material wipe it with a wet cloth immediately to avoid permanent stains on the leather.
Always do a patch test
Before using any new cleaner chemical or liquid, use the same on a small hidden corner of the seat to check for any discolouration or drying of the material.
When it comes to cleaning your beloved vehicle it is always a good idea to rely on professional experts to take care of their maintenance. Car Care Assistance is a leading roadside assistance coverage service that can help you in times of need. Reach out to us at 1800-532-9100 or drop us an email at support@cca24x7.com, our team of experts will reach out to you and provide the best roadside assistance coverage in the country.
