{"id":6092,"date":"2020-07-28T12:00:40","date_gmt":"2020-07-28T19:00:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/?p=6092"},"modified":"2024-01-29T17:38:13","modified_gmt":"2024-01-30T00:38:13","slug":"how-to-clean-car-seats-a-complete-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.neighbor.com\/storage-blog\/how-to-clean-car-seats-a-complete-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Clean Car Seats: A Complete Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Car seats get dirty over time. If you provide ride-sharing services or otherwise frequently have passengers, the chances of your car interior getting dirty are even greater. Knowing how to clean car seats the right way can help you get rid of any messes and stains, keep your car looking new, and eliminate lingering odors. Whether you want to keep your car seats consistently clean, think they need a deep clean, or are preparing to keep your car in long-term storage<\/a>, the following guide to how to clean car seats will cover the proper steps for any situation.<\/p>\n

How to Clean Car Seats with Stains<\/h2>\n

Spills can take place at any time, creating a mess and potentially leaving an unsightly stain in your car interior. If you want to keep your car clean and effectively remove any stains that have built up in the seating, you can use common household products to thoroughly clean your dirty car seats.<\/p>\n

However, it’s important to use the right cleaning products and methods based on your car seats’ material. Follow these steps for fabric, leather, or vinyl seats.<\/p>\n

How to Clean Fabric Car Seats<\/h3>\n

If your car has fabric seats or cloth seats, here are some steps for how to clean car seats’ fabric yourself:<\/p>\n

Method #1: Club Soda<\/h4>\n

You can use club soda to clean fabric car seats by lightly spraying it onto the problem area and using a brush to remove the stain. You can then use a microfiber towel to remove the soda.<\/p>\n

Method #2: Vinegar, Soap, and Water Mixture<\/h4>\n

A vinegar mixture can also clean fabric car seats. Make this mixture by combining a cup of vinegar, a gallon of hot water, and a few drops of dish soap in a bucket or other container.<\/p>\n

Use a microfiber clean-cloth or sponge to gently apply the mixture to the stain; be careful to avoid hard scrubbing. Use a brush to rub the stain and rinse the seat with clean water.<\/p>\n

Method #3: Baking Soda<\/h4>\n

Create a baking soda solution by mixing a cup of warm water with 1\/4 cup of baking soda. Use a toothbrush to spread the mixture onto the stained area and gently rub it in. For stains requiring more thorough cleaning, you can let the mixture sit for around half an hour before wiping it away with a dry cloth.<\/p>\n

Method #4: Laundry Detergent<\/h4>\n

Laundry detergent is another good solution if nothing else is available to you. Simply mix the detergent with hot water and apply it to stains. You can use a microfiber cloth and cold water to scrub the stain and remove the mixture.<\/p>\n

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Pro Tip:<\/h4>\n

Laundry detergent can gently clean a lot of surfaces, even outdoor furniture<\/a>. Consider having a lemon-scented or unscented bottle on hand as an all-purpose cleaner.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n

How to Clean Leather Car Seats<\/h3>\n

Leather car seats<\/a> require more extensive care than what you would provide for fabric car seats because of the high-quality material used in these seats. There are specialty leather cleaners that can treat the surface without interacting with the natural material. But if you want to use DIY cleaners, the following are some steps for how to clean car seats made of leather:<\/p>\n

Method #1: Alcohol and Nail Polish Remover<\/h4>\n

Apply some rubbing alcohol or nail polish remover to the problem area on your leather seats. Then, use a cotton ball soaked with alcohol to blot the stain, which should gradually remove the stain. After you’ve successfully removed any stains on the car seat, you can then use warm water and soap to clean the alcohol off the seat.<\/p>\n

Method #2: Lemon Juice and Cream of Tartar Paste<\/h4>\n

You can use a paste made with a combination of cream of tartar and lemon juice. Simply mix the two together in equal amounts into a thick paste and apply it to the stain. Let the solution sit on the stain for around half an hour, after which you can use a wet cloth or sponge to remove it. Keep in mind that this paste will bleach some seats, making it appropriate for light-colored car seats.<\/p>\n

Method #3: Vinegar and Water Mixture<\/h4>\n

Like you might do with fabric car seats, you can also use the vinegar, soap, and water mixture on leather seats.<\/p>\n

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