Conditioner for coated leather?

[emaxxman]

I have two Honda's (98 Accord and 05 Odyssey). They both have coated leather. I don't know what the coating is but I've read that it's most likely vinyl. I confirmed that I have coated leather by putting a few drops of water on them and they did not absorb into the leather (especially the Accord.)



Was that a proper test to determine if the leather was coated or not? If not, then what is a good test?



If the leather is coated and water won't even absorb into it, then how do I condition the leather to keep it from cracking?



Is there a specific product for coated leather?



Is there even any real-world difference between coated vs non-coated leather when it comes to the cleaning and care of them?



I'm currently using Meg's Leather Cleaner/Conditioner spray to clean the leather. I use Meg's interior brush to gently scrub the dirt off. After it's dry, I apply some Lexol conditioner to the seats. These are what I got before I got into detailing. They're almost done so I'd like to understand what type of conditioner I need when I go to order more.



My Accord's driver's seat is very cracked from years of using leather cleaner without conditioner ( I didn't know any better.) I want to avoid this with my new Odyssey.



Thanks in advance for your help.

 

[tom p.]

I'd recommend looking at the Leatherique products. They make the job time-consuming but it does penetrate coated leather when permitted to sit long enough. A few fine leather product!

 

[bjackson8]

I really like Poorboys Leather Stuff. I have not used it on real dirty leather so can't really say anything about it's cleaning ability, but it's a great conditioner.

 

[Driven Auto Detail]

Pinnacle Leather Conditioner is GREAT!!!

 

[imported_Grouse]

any of the above, try them and find one that you like.



Coated or protected is easy care for the most part. It is older leathers that are dyed ie aniline or nubuck/suede. that you must use the right products on.