How to Clean Car Seats
Learn how to clean car seats with our detailed step-by-step guide. Follow our easy instructions to get it done right.
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1 Step 1: Identify Seat Material Type
Step 1: Identify Seat Material Type
Determine if seats are cloth fabric, leather, vinyl, or synthetic - use appropriate cleaner for material.
2 Step 2: Vacuum Seats Thoroughly
Step 2: Vacuum Seats Thoroughly
Use vacuum with upholstery attachment to remove dirt, crumbs, and debris from seats and crevices.
Car Vacuum with Attachments
Portable vacuum with crevice and brush tools
3 Step 3: Pre-treat Stains
Step 3: Pre-treat Stains
Spray stain remover on problem areas, let dwell 3-5 minutes before scrubbing.
Fabric Stain Remover
Pre-treatment spray for tough upholstery stains
4 Step 4: Clean Fabric Seats
Step 4: Clean Fabric Seats
For cloth seats: spray upholstery cleaner, scrub with brush, wipe away dirt with microfiber towel.
Upholstery Cleaner Foam
Foam cleaner for fabric car seats and carpets
Upholstery Scrub Brush
Stiff-bristle brush for agitating seat fabric
5 Step 5: Clean Leather Seats
Step 5: Clean Leather Seats
For leather: use pH-balanced leather cleaner with soft brush, wipe clean, apply leather conditioner.
Leather Cleaner and Conditioner Kit
Complete kit for cleaning and conditioning leather seats
Leather Cleaning Brush
Soft-bristle brush for cleaning leather without damage
6 Step 6: Dry and Protect Seats
Step 6: Dry and Protect Seats
Allow seats to air dry completely, apply fabric protector or leather conditioner for protection.
Fabric Protector Spray
Water and stain repellent for fabric seats
Microfiber Towel Pack
Absorbent towels for wiping and drying seats (6-pack)