Leather restorer

**dc5itr329** · 07-29-2008, 11:48 PM

Hey guys i`ve been bitten by the detailing bug and have a flex with optimum products. I just started and am learning alot about polishing. But my problem right now is that I have leather seats and I want something to condition and clean the seats. The tops of the headrest of the car is very hard and I don`t want it to crack. Is there a good product that people use on here? I want something that doesn`t feel sticky or slippery. Thanks in advance.

**imported_steveo3002** · 07-30-2008, 02:43 AM

leatherique claims to soften leather...cant say it did on mine

**dreamcatchr23** · 07-30-2008, 05:48 AM

i`m a huge fan of leatherique.... my seats were like cardboard... after the first application i must admit that i was disappointed (sure, it was a bit softer but barely noticeable)... well, since i still had enough product (both conditioner and cleaner) and i didnt want to waste it, i used it the next time i did my interior and i was pleasantly surprised that it was more noticeable... now after 4 applications (done over the course of 9 months), i can wholeheartedly recommended as the results have far exceeded my expectations...

**burn740i** · 07-30-2008, 09:26 AM

I`m a big fan of the Griot`s Garage products, and I would highly recommend their Leather Care products. My driver`s seat was very dry when I bought the car, and after a few applications over the last 9 months the leather has softened significantly. Unfortunately the previous owners let the seats dry up and the drivers seat has some very noticable cracks.

**Quality Leather** · 08-02-2008, 03:22 PM

Have you cleaned it well? Try using a 3M delicate duty scuff pad and some cleaner like distilled water with 3% dishwashing liquid. Usually a good cleaning will do wonders.

**Turbocress** · 08-03-2008, 03:28 AM

sounds like leatherique is a good product, can u post what is in that stuff? i hear that certain ones are better than others due to some special chemical or something

**dc5itr329** · 08-03-2008, 11:47 PM

Originally Posted by dreamcatchr23

i`m a huge fan of leatherique.... my seats were like cardboard... after the first application i must admit that i was disappointed (sure, it was a bit softer but barely noticeable)... well, since i still had enough product (both conditioner and cleaner) and i didnt want to waste it, i used it the next time i did my interior and i was pleasantly surprised that it was more noticeable... now after 4 applications (done over the course of 9 months), i can wholeheartedly recommended as the results have far exceeded my expectations...

How much does it take. Because they have 32 oz and 16 oz. I was planning to get a larger size. also is there a scent to their product? I`m looking for something with no residue and just a normal leater smell. I might try chemical guys products for leather.

**imported_steveo3002** · 08-04-2008, 03:13 AM

doesnt leave much smell behind...its not offensive at all

as for how much , the bigger bottles are better value, dry leather soaks up alot of product

**dreamcatchr23** · 08-04-2008, 04:05 AM

bigger bottles are definitely a better value... the 16 oz. lasted me 4 applications on a mid-size mercedes sedan... as far as the scent, it has a distinct, non-offensive smell to it that doesn`t linger... good luck and post your impressions when you have used it...

**Slik560** · 08-04-2008, 10:50 AM

I`ve used (and still use) both Leatherique rejuv oil and Pristine Clean (get the 32 oz sizes) and the Griot`s Garage Leather Care. Both are great. The Leatherique really pulls up the dirt and the Pristine Clean does a great clean up job. I use the Griot`s Leather Care in between applications of Leatherique. I have not used the Griot`s rejuvinator, however.

**imported_Larry A** · 08-04-2008, 04:02 PM

Originally Posted by Quality Leather

Have you cleaned it well? Try using a 3M delicate duty scuff pad and some cleaner like distilled water with 3% dishwashing liquid. Usually a good cleaning will do wonders.

The 3m pad works great.