Just curious what everyone is using for general leather protection after cleaning. Not looking for anything shiny or greasy looking
Just curious what everyone is using for general leather protection after cleaning. Not looking for anything shiny or greasy looking
The age old standby. Lexol Conditioner
And considering it`s sold at places like Tractor Supply in the horse tack area for like $15.99 a gallon....
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DP Leather Cleaner/Conditioner
I just stick with my goto DP interior surface protectant. Haven`t tried much else.
AMMO`s Mousse
I like it
I definitely noticed a difference once using it
Im thinking of trying all AMMO`s stuff in due time
Their interior cleaner is what used prior to Mousse application
I like that too
Cleans well and best of all smells great
No certain scent, it just smells... clean
same goes with mousse
overall I would recommend AMMO`s Interior Regimen as its called
I have been using the Meguiar`s Leather Sealer System. It`s worked out great for me. Once in awhile I will use the Wolfgang Leather Conditioner that I won on a past giveaway here.
Competition Ready Team 1929 Bentley
1999 Silvermist Metallic Pontiac Grand Prix GT
2002 Arctic White Chevy Camaro SS
My regular product is Meg`s QID. Then once a month or so I use Opti Leather Protectant / Protectant Plus (Gal size).
I have also used Ultima Interior Guard Plus & Wolfgang Cockpit Trim Sealant with great success. The Ultima is very matte & velvety in feel. The Wolfgang has a darker sheen to it but is just as nice. I actually prefer the Wolfgang on the plastics in my car.
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You guys are wasting your money with leather conditioners. Auto leather is "finished" leather, meaning it has a vinyl coating. NOTHING penetrates it. Leather conditioners were `invented` for unfinished leather like horse saddles where the leather loses some of it`s natural oils, and the conditioner replaces it. (Lexol is one of the best I have found for my horse leather accessories) It is just the wax companies trying to increase profits by telling you auto leather needs conditioners. All it does in add a smell to you interior.
303 Aerospace or Blackfire Interior Protectant. When I get an older car that the leather coating is getting worn, I tend to put some CG Leather Conditioner on those areas...usually it is the side bolsters from all the getting in and out.
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Poorboys Leather Stuff.
Pinnacle Leather Conditioner. But Pinnacle Black Label Hide-Soft Leather Conditioner is waiting in the wings.
Poorboys Leather Stuff
PB leather stuff
Formerly the "Best Detailer", now just Super Wax Waster Man. Not necessarily tactful, but normally right. It`s good to be da King !!!
Conditioners are not protectors.
Anything containing oils and waxes should be avoided on coated leather as they do nothing but sit on the surface and attract more dirt. Anything containing oils and waxes is not a protector. Protectors are specifically formulated products that form a barrier on the leather that helps keep the leather clean (essentially the most important thing as dirt damages the pigments) and prolongs the life of the leather by guarding against wear. It also protects pale coloured leathers form dye transfer which is a major problem
Check the ingredients, if there are any oils present it is a waste of time applying it, spend your money wisely!!
Cheers
Judyb
Leather specialist
Instructor in leather cleaning, repair and restoration
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