How or who can clean a filthy car leather interior?

Question

It's the rear kids seats.
I've tried Liquid Leather and Gold Class but it is so ingrained it doesn't make much of an impression.
Is there a genius out there who can wave their wand and make it look new because I hate it like this? It's only 6 years old. I know I should have looked after it better.
How much would it cost for a professional?

Answer 1

None of the above! This might sound crazy but after spending loads on all these Leather Cleaning stuff, someone told me to use Washing Up liquid! My Cream Leather Suite, now looks like it was just delivered! Just a good squirt in a bowl of warm water and a flannel! Did it twice and the water was black but my leather Fabby!

Answer 2

A pro would charge between $75-$100 at an automotive dealer (detail dept). This may sound crazy but I'm a mechanic and sometimes you can get away with using carburetor cleaner (in a well-ventilated area). It's designed to remove gum, varnish and carbon deposits and it won't discolor (unless you have beige leather which I'm guessing you probably have). Be sure to use leather cleaner and conditioner immediately afterwards because it also gets rid of the natural oils in the leather.

Answer 3

If you have leather/vinyl seats, I suggest Armor All. It cleans that type of surface very well - in addition to plastic. Of course, basic 409 works too. For cloth, including carpets and overhead material, use carpet shampoo foam like Woolite. But you'll need to vacuum thoroughly before and after you shampoo. There are lots of products that work well - go to Target, WalMart, etc and visit their automotive section. You can find all the necessary cleaners/detergents there. Kids dirty things up - it's what they're good at.

Answer 4

Might sound crazy but this has been recommended by leather doctor, cover the area in shaving foam or gel and use a shaving brush and work it into leather with the brush making the gel / foam lather up and the lathering lifts the dirt out of the cracks etc and simply wipe off.

Answer 5

Lexol ph Leather Cleaner and a scrub brush. This stuff has been like a miracle for my leather couch. After trying to find an answer to this question for six months, I finally came across a forum that suggested this Lexol ph. It's simple and very effective.
Try it before messing with a professional. It will save you the cost.

Answer 6

I don't know what colour leather or what type of stains you're talking about. I had a ford with black full leather for 10 years and it got many scrubbings with washing up liquid & a bathroom scourer without ant detrimental effect. I used AutoGlym leather cream on it once or twice a year.

Answer 7

Leather, Saddle Soap.

Answer 8

this sounds crazy(but) in a small area try and buff a spot with zippo lighter fluid .the oil should help it but only do little parts at a time to avoid the smell and any chance of lighting.(my cadillac leather seats looked alot better) after about a week then reseal with conditioner

Answer 9

My brother in law runs a rather high brow car valeting service, and do you want to know what his secret weapon is? Baby wipes!!! Apparently there's nothing quite as good as those cheap cheerful beauties to get rid of the dirt on leather! So there!

Answer 10

is it something that's stuck to the seats? (i know that's the case with me and my kids)

either way, try soaking it with body/hand lotion for about 20-30 mins.

It'll moisturize the leather, and there won't be any danger of discoloration (that could come from using harsher methods

then try cleaning off the mess with baby wipes