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Keeping Floor Mats Clean =(

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Old 07-19-11, 07:40 PM
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Any ideas?! Currently using a universal floor mat that totally does not fit... At times its kinda got caught on the clutch (certainly very scary on the road...) How do you all deal with the floor mat issue? I'm considering getting allweather, but no idea where to get it, if I have to...
Old 07-19-11, 07:46 PM
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Go with the weathertech digital fit liners. They are a lil expensive but are totally worth it
Old 07-19-11, 07:49 PM
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use Weathertech all weather. There is no way you can keep the regular carpet style mats clean.
Old 07-19-11, 09:33 PM
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I have F Sport floor mats and since you're in CA I don't think you need the ll weather mats. I just dust them out often and don't eat or smoke in my car.
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weathertech mats. subtle look, works well for dust, dirt, rain, snow, etc. anything that your shoes can track into the car.
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Originally Posted by Sffd103
I have F Sport floor mats and since you're in CA I don't think you need the ll weather mats. I just dust them out often and don't eat or smoke in my car.
This. 10 char
Old 07-20-11, 05:11 AM
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Just clean them once a week.. That's what I do..
Old 07-20-11, 06:56 AM
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2x a week is what I do ^_^
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I have all weather floor mats...problem solved
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WeatherTech Liners or Husky Liners. I Just posted some pictures of my 4 runner with WeatherTech Liners installed (member request):

http://hidkitsblog.com/2011/07/18/20...s-cargo-liner/
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anything other then your carpet mats dont look classy. usually once a year in the spring I take them out and hose them down. Then with warm water, laundry detergent, and a scrub brush I get at em. Leave them outside to dry over night and they are brand new again.
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Use them till there done, then buy new ones, Thats what floor mats are for
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Give your mats a really good cleaning (use a good carpet shampoo) and then spray on a couple coats of 3M Scotchguard. It's great for making sure dirt and stuff doesn't stick to the mats. You'll still get dirt on there, but its much easier to just clean off.
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I use the OEMs in nice weather & WeatherTech for winter/rainy days.
Since mine are black its a lot easier to look like new, but I will also try the Scotchguard tip, Thanks !
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I leave my WeatherTech liners in all year round. Anyone that sees them that is unfamiliar with the product literally wants a set (regardless of the time of year).

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