Best Leather Protection for Cars. What You Should Know!

By Shawn Longmore â€¢  Updated: 06/26/21 â€¢  6 min read
Leather Protection

What Is The Best Leather Protection for Cars?

The best leather cleaner and conditioner for treating car seats is a topic of much debate among car enthusiasts worldwide. These are some of the top questions I’ve heard people ask when choosing something that protects their vehicle’s interior leather. The responses to these questions are just my opinion so I’m pretty sure not everyone will agree with me. After all, the best leather protection for cars basically comes down to a matter of personal choice.

  1. What’s the best way to clean and condition your car leather? I like using an all-in-one cleaner and conditioner when it comes to cleaning my car seats.
  2. Is Blue Coral better than other brands such as Lexol or Armor All? Maybe a little, but this is more of a personal opinion. I like all three, but would put them in the following order if I had to rate them. First place would be Blue Coral, followed by Lexol, then ArmorAll. Again, just my personal preference.
  3. How often should you use these treatments on your car, if at all? I typically reapply conditioner on a quarterly (3 month) basis. This keeps the top surfaces of my dash, console, seats, and door panels looking nice and new all year.
  4. What is the best leather protection for my car? If it were left up to me, which it’s not, I would only use the all-in-one leather product made by Blue Coral.

There are many different opinions on this subject, so let’s take a look at some popular options and see which one might work best for you! We’ll not only cover the top 3 types of leather cleaners and conditioners for your car, but we’ll also go over the steps to properly condition and protect your leathers.

Is There A Specific Technique For The Application Process?

There is a specific process to follow when applying leather cleaner and conditioner that’s rather simple. It can be applied by hand using a small brush or rag. If you are looking for an easy way to apply the product, consider investing in a microfiber towel that specifically targets leather treatments and will cover all of your seats with one wipe. You can also take your automobile to a full-service carwash to have the leather cleaned and conditioned if you would rather enjoy the results and not do the work. Below are the easiest steps you’ll ever find in taking care of your leather or vinyl seats.

  1. The first step is to clean the leather. If you don’t have an all in one product, then start with the cleaner to remove all dirt, dust, food particles, and anything else from the surface of your vehicle seats. This won’t just help you keep them looking good for longer but will also make sure that the conditioner you put on doesn’t just get washed away. 
  2. The second step is to apply a leather protector, or conditioner, which will provide extra protection for your car’s seats and dashboard from UV rays given off from sunlight as well as regular wear and tear. I would recommend using this product every two or three months in order to keep those high quality seat covers looking their best.
  3. The third step is really step 1 and 2 combined if you have an all in one cleaner and conditioner. This will only require one coat to remove oils and moisturize the automotive interior. Simply use a microfiber cloth or pad to easily clean and apply the materials in one pass.

After cleaning and conditioning your leather, you may notice a difference in the feel. The cleaner will remove any dirt or grime from the surface while the leather conditioner will help make the leather soft to the touch again. The best solution for your auto is to clean and condition the leather regularly. This will prolong its life, prevent it from cracking or getting damaged, and keep the leather looking good as new. On top of that, most leather Nothing removes cracks so if you happen to find cracks or tears in the leather, be sure to check out the article we have on how to fix cracks in leather car seats.

An important note for black or dark leather: Crème protectants for leather are great for preventing damage over time, but it might be a good idea to apply it each month if the leather interior of your auto is black. This color can attract the sun more than others which can cause the leather to fade faster.

Shawn Longmore

Shawn Longmore has been a part of the auto glass industry for over 20 years and is the founder of Auto Glass Locator. With years of hands-on experience replacing and repairing auto glass, he offers valuable insights into the world of windshield replacements. Each year he continues to help more people find great deals on auto glass and other automotive services.

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