1. Clear your workspace. Before applying any products to your seats, always vacuum your interior to dislodge any surface lint that might inhibit your products from getting to the leather. Surface dirt can hide in between the grooves of your leather seats, and by wiping without vacuuming; you may create friction by rubbing the dirt across the leather as you clean it. This unnecessary friction could develop a rash of tiny blemishes. Play it safe and vacuum first, then go at it with a damp towel to remove anything left behind.

2. Turn up the Heat. Although leather is essentially dead, it still responds to heat the way human skin does. By running your heater for a few minutes or leaving the car in the hot sun before you clean you are actually causing the pores to open for deeper penetration. Likewise, some products work under this same principle. Check the label to see if your product of choice recommends using it at an enhanced temperature.

3. Select a Section. Alkaline cleaners and acidic cleaners are as dangerous to leather as they are to your skin. Always select one that is generally pH neutral, and/or water based and is specifically designed for car leather cleaning.

4. Tools. When you apply your leather cleaner you should always rely on the dependability of tools designed for the specific task at hand. ZAS Microfibre Applicator will help your product permeate deeper into your leather for better cleaning. Without scrubbing, your cleaner may not completely remove dirt. Having two applicators can come in handy, so that you can apply cleaner and conditioner without accidentally cross contaminating.

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