Megs APC+ is it safe?

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blownvert

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I have searched alot on this, but no real answer. Is it safe to use this product on leather? Some say does not harm, others say that the PH level is too high and it can ruin the leather, also make it brittle. Of course the dilution would be 10:1. So it would 10 parts of water and 1 part solution or 9 parts water, 1 part solution? People say to spray on cloth, not directly on surface to apply and clean. I really only wanna use this for the interior/leather to replace megs quik interior detailer and my leather cleaner, since im running low on both, but who knows can dilute to clean engine.





Just a little article to read.

Auto Detail Ft Lauderdale - Leather Care
 
All Purpose Cleaner Plus

This all surface cleaner is ideally suited for today's fast paced, high volume, detail operations where one simple solution is needed for a variety of cleaning needs. It provides mixtures for heavy cleaning of engines and tires, fast interior cleaning, as well as low foam ratio for use in carpet and upholstery extraction machines. Leaves carpet clean, smelling pleasant, and the fibers soft with no sticky residue. Safe for clear plastic, glass and leather.
 
Just to be on the safe side, I highly recommend doing a spot test to see how the product reacts with what you're trying to clean. I also recommend spraying onto a towel first and not directly on the surface.



I use Meg's APC+ at 10:1 (10 parts water, 1 part chemical) and while it's an effective cleaner, I've noticed that on some surfaces it creates a discoloring/spotting where ever the product was sprayed on. I can't tell if the discoloring is just from it being cleaner than the other areas or because it actually took some color away, but my guess is that it's a discoloration because cleaning the area again doesn't "even" it out. I try to be more cautious now about how I'm using the product.



FWIW, I've noticed this discoloring/spotting on both leather, vinyl, and plastics. And it seems to occur more easily on the domestic vehicles (Fords, GMs) than on imports which leads me to believe that not all surfaces are affected. I don't have a problem with it at all on my Hyundai or the Saabs and Volvos in our household.
 
If your looking for something that is totally safe in all circumstances I suggest you use a leather specific cleaner as opposed to an APC.
 
I don't think any other APC or degreaser would be any different if you ask me. They all say safe for this and that but I find that some chemicals will have different reactions to different materials. You never know until you try. That's part of the reason why I've been using my steam cleaner more often on the interior. For me, it just seems more safe. But, a good APC has its place so I'll continue to use Meg's APC+. I just try to use it less often if I can.



Plus, when you think about it, if you clean with an APC, you're leaving some kind of chemical residue behind when you wipe it. With Meg's APC+, I've noticed that the surfaces have a slightly sticky feel. With steam, I have to be careful about the heat but at least all that's left behind is just water.
 
Here is what I do. After cleaning leather with APC, I will then lightly spray the area down with distilled water just to remove any residue that may be left behind.



Just my dos pesos.
 
i thought everyone used apc or apc+ for interior with good luck. Everyone says 10:1 for interior, now it seems like no one uses it. :/
 
Ive noticed that it leaves a sticky residue behind also. I always follow up with a wet, clean MF to remove that before moving on to a dressing.



I always use megs APC+ cut 10:1 for my interior and on leather. It will spot the leather unless you spray it on evenly. If you spray a just a little on here and there it will look awful.
 
so it seems like when i apply APC+ to clean it, i always have to follow up with wiping the sticky layer off our putting a protectant always. What if i just want to clean the interior quick to remove dust or something? Sometimes i wonder why didnt i just stick with megs quik interior detailer.
 
If you are left with a sticky residue this is indicative that the cleaner is too strong for the leather finish and it is softening it as it cleans.

With so many leather safe products on the market one wonders why you would want to use an all purpose cleaner on your leather with the risks that are involved. What happens if there is a problem - can they help with the resolution of it?
 
blownvert said:
so it seems like when i apply APC+ to clean it, i always have to follow up with wiping the sticky layer off our putting a protectant always. What if i just want to clean the interior quick to remove dust or something? Sometimes i wonder why didnt i just stick with megs quik interior detailer.
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How about just a slightly damp microfiber? Some of the qualities of microfibers is its ability to pick up dust and clean without chemicals.



Sometimes I get the feeling that Autopians need some kind of chemical or product to do every little thing, even something as simple as wiping dust off. What do you think Meg's Quik Interior Detailer mostly consists of? It's mostly water.



Sorry for the rant, but Meg's QID has got to be the most overrated product on this board, even more so than NXT Glass Cleaner. It has a bad eucalyptus scent, doesn't really change the appearance much compared to using nothing, and doesn't clean any better than a slightly damp microfiber. I just don't get what all the fuss is about?
 
BlackElantraGT said:
How about just a slightly damp microfiber? Some of the qualities of microfibers is its ability to pick up dust and clean without chemicals.



Sometimes I get the feeling that Autopians need some kind of chemical or product to do every little thing, even something as simple as wiping dust off. What do you think Meg's Quik Interior Detailer mostly consists of? It's mostly water.



Sorry for the rant, but Meg's QID has got to be the most overrated product on this board, even more so than NXT Glass Cleaner. It has a bad eucalyptus scent, doesn't really change the appearance much compared to using nothing, and doesn't clean any better than a slightly damp microfiber. I just don't get what all the fuss is about?
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that is true, i dont know wanted the orange scent from APC+ :)
 
so what am i really going to use APC+ for? Engine thats it? I find that i should of posted this thread before ordering a gal jug of APC+. Ill have to try it for myself and see the sticky residue it might leave behind.
 
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