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could someone confirm that if i use the woolite and coldwater (5:1) method, all i have to do is apply it evenly to leather with a towel, scrub with toothbrush, wipe down with wet towel, then with dry towel, then condition? am i missing any important details?
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Originally Posted by laumouth
could someone confirm that if i use the woolite and coldwater (5:1) method, all i have to do is apply it evenly to leather with a towel, scrub with toothbrush, wipe down with wet towel, then with dry towel, then condition? am i missing any important details?
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is this the same woolite u are talking about? http://www.woolite.com/products.shtml
which of the three?
which of the three?
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is this the same woolite u are talking about? http://www.woolite.com/products.shtml
which of the three?
which of the three?
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thanks for the tips, i 'll probably use a stronger concentration since i drive a 92sc and the dirt is embedded. what kinda foam pad do u use?
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I was emailing a guy at leatherique who said it was bad to use woolite and water to clean your leather because it will dry and ruin the leather. He also said 303 Aerospace Protectant was not good to use on leather and could lead to a waxy feeling and other things. Not sure about this, especially since in the owners manual it says you can use woolite and water solution.
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everything seems to be a big mystery, i guss if the woolite method works when i try it this weekend i'm just gonna stick to it. many other ppl use soft scrub, but it specifically says on the soft scrub website that it should not be used on carpets or leathers.
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I was emailing a guy at leatherique who said it was bad to use woolite and water to clean your leather because it will dry and ruin the leather. He also said 303 Aerospace Protectant was not good to use on leather and could lead to a waxy feeling and other things. Not sure about this, especially since in the owners manual it says you can use woolite and water solution.
Analine leather is more like the leather you might find in a bomber jacket where the color, texture and imperfections add character to the jacket. Analine leather is found in some very high end cars. This leather is softer and warmer. It has a buttery feel to it. It is much more difficult to care for.
The method of caring for these leathers is also different. I would not use Woolite or 303 on analine (uncoated) leather as it would most likely stain and dry out the leather. Conversely, I would not use a product designed for analine leathers on coated leathers.
It is usually quite easy to tell what kind of leather you have by looking. But if you are unsure why not trust your owners manual.
Most automotive leather is non-analine and will clean up with a damp sponge. It will only occasionally need a cleaning agent to remove grime if it becomes heavily soiled.
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well if jim and other members who own newer-model lexus cars have used woolite to clean their leathers, i'm sure there will be no harm in using it on my 92 leather seats
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just tried to wash my seats with woolite today, but it did no justice. i'm not that disappointed since after all, it is14 year- old embedded dirt. i did however use mr. clean magic eraser on a small portion of the seat which seemed to work wonders. i wasn't willing to use it on the entire seat until i checked with other members to see if they've ever encountered any problems using the eraser on their leathers. i'm not sure as to whether the eraser contains any bleaching agents and it doesn't say so on the box. it says "not recommended for the following surfaces: high gloss, polished, dark, brushed, satin, faux, bare-polished wood, or stainless steel." anyhow, i was wondering if anyones used it on their seats?
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Originally Posted by laumouth
just tried to wash my seats with woolite today, but it did no justice. i'm not that disappointed since after all, it is14 year- old embedded dirt. i did however use mr. clean magic eraser on a small portion of the seat which seemed to work wonders. i wasn't willing to use it on the entire seat until i checked with other members to see if they've ever encountered any problems using the eraser on their leathers. i'm not sure as to whether the eraser contains any bleaching agents and it doesn't say so on the box. it says "not recommended for the following surfaces: high gloss, polished, dark, brushed, satin, faux, bare-polished wood, or stainless steel." anyhow, i was wondering if anyones used it on their seats?
I believe I'd have another go at the leather with Woolite and a soft brush and see if the grime can't be removed in a manner that is not so harsh.
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i think you are right. looking at the leather now,the part i used the magic eraser on is alot cleaner but it also seems as if it has lost its orginal feel and shine... good thing i only used it on a small portion
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This may seem absolutely dumb, but I have a 92 LS whose seats are pretty worn. I used good ole Saddle saop o n my seats and they cleaned up quite nicely. Yes the seats are 14 years old and I know a miracle can't be expected however it was a vast improvement over what it was, even after using the woolite method.
fyi. saddle soap can be found in your local supermarket in the section where the shoe polish is.
fyi. saddle soap can be found in your local supermarket in the section where the shoe polish is.
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On old worn leather like that, you haven't much to lose, but on newer coated leathers, Saddle soap isn't such a great idea due to its high alkaline content.
That was a product from another era, when leather was a bit different than what we have in our cars now. Glad it worked for you though!
That was a product from another era, when leather was a bit different than what we have in our cars now. Glad it worked for you though!