Leather Seats Care Suggestions

[Hazer]

Hello I need some advice, my 2000 996 has black "supple leather" seats and I can't seem to find the best product to protect them and keep in fine shape.

Any suggestions? I just joined and am looking forward to the discussions.

thanks

[michael lang]

give Lexol a try. it does a real good job of keeping the leather soft and smooth but doesn't give you a greasy film on the leather as it dries.

[dmano]

Go to a saddle shop and get some saddle soap and Lexol. Clean the seats with the soap then Lexol them. The seats will stay clean and soft and will not dry out. I use this combo on my leather saddles, all my seats, shoes and boots.

[Hazer]

Thanks for the tip, I'll use Saddle Soap and some Lexol.

[Brian Minkin]

I will chirp in on this one.  I am in the leather business.  Lexol is an excellent leather dressing and will keep moisture in the hide. Do not use the Lexol cleaner/conditioner as this contains an abrasive for cleaning and will lift some of the finish.  For cleaning I recommend a bar of Ivory soap and a terry wash cloth.  Ivory is pure soap with no additives and will not dry out the leather. (do not use Ivory dish washing detergent as this has additives that lift grease and they will effect the finish.)  Put the bar in a dish of water and get the water good and soapy.  Wet the wash cloth with this and wipe down the seat.  Rinse out the cloth and wipe the seat again. dry with a terry towel and then apply the Lexol.

[Hazer]

A huge thanks again for the feedback. I have a terrific weekend project ahead of me.