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General BMW and Automotive Discussion sponsored by Intercity Lines.Quick Navigation Car Detailing and Show & Shine Prep sponsored by Go Top This will prolong the life of the finish on the leather Maintain with a regular clean or maintenance productĭeep clean with a foam cleaner once or twice a year Leather however finished has to remain breathable and it will allow the movement of moisture back and forth (transpiration) so the use of water based cleaners and protectors will keep the leather correctly hydrated which is essentail to keeping it in good condition.
'Conditioners', balms, feeds etc (traditionally oil and wax based) cannot penetrate this finish so are not worth applying - they can also leave behind residues on the finish which will only attract more dirt if allowed to remain.Ī protector will make the finish easier to clean and also inhibit dye transfer etc on pale coloured leathers. Dirt on the surface will also become ground into the finish by constant abrassion. Cleaning is vitally important as the top coat will wear away if allowed to become dirty. The leather may or may not be dyed through with aniline dyes prior to the finish coating.Įssentially it is this top coating that needs looking after. This is essentially a 'painted' leather with a clear coat finish over the top. Your type of leather is 'coated' leather. Using the correct care methods and products will not alter the factory finish. Keep your leather clean by protecting it with a leather protector and then regular cleaning.Īdding 'conditioners' which generally contain oils and waxes will change the appearance of your leather over time as dirt will build up on the surface and cause a sheen. Leather does not require 'conditioning' with anything other than water. The shine is caused by the build up of dirt, product (conditioners left on the surface) together with being buffed by the constant getting in and out of the car.
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