{"id":549,"date":"2018-10-12T14:37:55","date_gmt":"2018-10-12T14:37:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.prepymycar.com\/?p=549"},"modified":"2023-01-03T01:30:58","modified_gmt":"2023-01-03T01:30:58","slug":"best-way-to-clean-car-seats","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-way-to-clean-car-seats\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Way To Clean Car Seats &#8211; The Definitive Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Interior cleaning can be one of the most underwhelming parts of car detailing for most, but I genuinely love it. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you are in and actually driving, it&#8217;s all you can see of the fruits of your labour. Today I&#8217;m going to tell you the best way to clean car seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There is plenty to cover, lets get started.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0:not(.this-class-is-for-specificity):not(.class-is-for-specificity){margin-bottom:30px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{padding-top:20px;padding-right:20px;padding-bottom:20px;padding-left:20px;border-top:1px solid currentColor;border-right:1px solid currentColor;border-bottom:1px solid currentColor;border-left:1px solid currentColor;border-top-left-radius:3px;border-top-right-radius:3px;border-bottom-right-radius:3px;border-bottom-left-radius:3px;box-shadow:2px 2px 14px 0px rgba(0, 0, 0, 0.2);max-width:448px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-contents-title-wrap{padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-contents-title{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;}.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap .kb-table-of-content-list{font-weight:regular;font-style:normal;margin-top:20px;margin-right:0px;margin-bottom:0px;margin-left:0px;}@media all and (max-width: 1024px){.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{border-top:1px solid currentColor;border-right:1px solid currentColor;border-bottom:1px solid currentColor;border-left:1px solid currentColor;}}@media all and (max-width: 767px){.kb-table-of-content-nav.kb-table-of-content-id_6c4e4d-a0 .kb-table-of-content-wrap{border-top:1px solid currentColor;border-right:1px solid currentColor;border-bottom:1px solid currentColor;border-left:1px solid currentColor;}}<\/style>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b2aeb8-42, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b2aeb8-42[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_b2aeb8-42\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b2aeb8-42 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b2aeb8-42[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_b2aeb8-42\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading_b2aeb8-42 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_b2aeb8-42\">The Type Of Fabric Your Seat Are Made Of Matters<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Not all vehicles are equipped with plush leather upholstery. Most of the time, cloth seats are the standard fare in the base and mid-trim models. This often holds true in older cars.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since the cloth seats are constantly exposed to air and friction, they can get severely dirty without you even knowing it, especially on black or darker coloured cloth seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But if your vehicle comes with beige, cream, white, or light-coloured cloth seats, deep-seated dirt will be more visible to the naked eye. The same goes true for smudges and stains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I\u2019m here to discuss the best way to clean car seats and more specifically, cloth car seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;ve already written an article on the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/best-way-to-clean-leather-car-seats\/\">best way&nbsp;to clean leather car seats<\/a>, so it that&#8217;s what you&#8217;re looking for then go head on over.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e70fe7-89, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e70fe7-89[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_e70fe7-89\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e70fe7-89 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_e70fe7-89[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_e70fe7-89\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h2 class=\"kt-adv-heading_e70fe7-89 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_e70fe7-89\">What Tools Do You Need?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There area 5 methods to clean car seats and upholstery:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Hot Water Extraction (Often incorrectly termed steam cleaning) &#8211; Best for heavily soiled or stained seats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Vapor steam Cleaning &#8211; Best light soiling and for smelly or moldy fabrics.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cleaner solution and Cloth<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cleaner solution and wet vacuum<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_3924ad-86, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_3924ad-86[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_3924ad-86\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_3924ad-86 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_3924ad-86[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_3924ad-86\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading_3924ad-86 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_3924ad-86\">What do the pros use?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Professional cleaning and detailing services are costly for the average car owner, but the professionals use special cleaning tools like <strong>Hot Water Extraction and Steam Cleaners<\/strong> to quickly lift off the dirt from cloth, fabric, and carpeting within your car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Whilst these commercial machines are out of reach for consumers, the good news is there are consumer versions of the professional equipment that you can buy for reasonable cost!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It is not absolutely essential to have these but it helps. There are a few work arounds and hacks that still give great results so you can still clean your cloth automotive seats without spending a ton of cash on equipment so don&#8217;t fret. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>However, these tools will significantly reduce the cleaning time and improve the result, especially when working with a larger vehicle such as a van or SUV.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a few hacks to get the kinds of results the professionals do and I&#8217;m going to tell you all the secrets today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>But first, let\u2019s talk about assessing the condition of the cloth seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>How to inspect the condition of your car seats<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The first important step is to determine the following factors:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li><strong>The general condition of the seats.<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>If the seats are older, harsh cleaning methods and strong cleaning products are not recommended. It might cause irreversible damage to the finish and texture of the seats.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>How dirty are the seats?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Are they heavily stained?<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Are the seats generally pristine<\/strong>\n<ul>\n<li>Do they only require mild cleaning? <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>For all intents and purposes, cloth seats are remarkably easier to clean than leather seats. This is due to the fact that cloth seats won\u2019t require dedicated and expensive cleaning products.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"1024\" height=\"448\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/cloth_seats-1024x448.jpg\" alt=\"BEST WAY TO CLEAN CAR SEATS\" class=\"wp-image-581\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/cloth_seats-1024x448.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/cloth_seats-300x131.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/cloth_seats-766x335.jpg 766w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/cloth_seats-788x344.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/cloth_seats-599x262.jpg 599w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/cloth_seats.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Cloth is the typical seat fabric material installed on 80% of normal road driven cars.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<h2>How to Clean Cloth Seats with Cleaning Machines<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have access to an hot water extractor or a vapor steam cleaner, you can use both to remove dirt, stains, and grime on cloth seats, roof linings, door panels, and even the floor carpets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hot water extraction is by far the fastest and easiest way to clean cloth seats<\/strong> so I highly recommend this option. It&#8217;s just simply amazing how much dirt and grime you can remove with one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Hot water extractors used to be exclusive to car professional car detailers, but you can now buy one of my favorite detailing tools ever &#8211; the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/bissell-spotclean-pro-review\/\">Bissell Spot clean Pro<\/a> which we have reviewed on prepmycar.com.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.kb-image_a712b0-6e .kb-image-has-overlay:after{opacity:0.3;}<\/style>\n<figure class=\"wp-block-kadence-image kb-image_a712b0-6e size-large kb-image-is-ratio-size\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Bissell-Spot-Clean-09.jpg\" class=\"kb-advanced-image-link\"><div class=\"kb-is-ratio-image kb-image-ratio-land169\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Bissell-Spot-Clean-09-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"kb-img wp-image-6737\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Bissell-Spot-Clean-09-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Bissell-Spot-Clean-09-375x500.jpg 375w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Bissell-Spot-Clean-09-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Bissell-Spot-Clean-09-1536x2048.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Bissell-Spot-Clean-09-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Bissell-Spot-Clean-09-100x133.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Bissell-Spot-Clean-09-263x350.jpg 263w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Bissell-Spot-Clean-09-788x1050.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/Bissell-Spot-Clean-09.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/div><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal aawp-product--ribbon aawp-product--sale\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B01MSJEK7P\" data-aawp-product-id=\"3734\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"prepmycar-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"BISSELL SpotClean Pro | 750W Portable Carpet Cleaner | Removes Spills Stains and Pet Messes | Cleans Carpets Upholstery &#038; 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What is even better is that you can use it around the house as well. If you don&#8217;t own one just get it, they are awesome.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If this is out of your budget, don&#8217;t worry, I will also discuss low-cost cleaning alternatives to restore the new look of the cloth seats in your vehicle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>In fact, a weed spray bottle and a wet vacuum can achieve the same results.  <\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_b96c7f-11 .kt-block-spacer{height:60px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_b96c7f-11 .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:80%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-_b96c7f-11\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2>Cleaning seats with an Hot Water Extraction<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c81141-e0, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c81141-e0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c81141-e0\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c81141-e0 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_c81141-e0[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c81141-e0\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading_c81141-e0 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_c81141-e0\">What is Hot Water Extraction And How Does It Work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Hot Water Extractors are like two machines in one: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>First, it sprays a mixture of detergents and hot water onto the surface which dissolves and loosens impregnated dirt.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It then sucks back up the water solution back out using the vacuum nozzle.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This combination of loosening and removal can make even the worst seats return to life. A few passes can make seats feel like brand new again and shift even years of built up grime and stains.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/clint-phone-718-min.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-582\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/clint-phone-718-min.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/clint-phone-718-min-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/clint-phone-718-min-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/clint-phone-718-min-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/clint-phone-718-min-788x591.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/clint-phone-718-min-600x450.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hot Water Extraction can give you simply phenomenal results<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b8c4c6-43, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b8c4c6-43[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_b8c4c6-43\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b8c4c6-43 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b8c4c6-43[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_b8c4c6-43\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading_b8c4c6-43 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_b8c4c6-43\">How To Clean Seats And Upholstery With A Hot Water Extractor<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 1:<\/strong> Remove seat covers and put in the washing machine<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">If the cloth seats are protected by seat covers, remove the covers from the seats. Most seat covers are machine washable. Simply throw the covers in the machine and allow to dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Remove floor matting<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Remove the floor matting and set aside.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 3:<\/strong> Vacuum all the dirt like your life depends on it<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Grab a vacuum cleaner and proceed to suck out any traces of loose dirt and debris on the seats. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Try hard to remove all loose dirt. Any remaining dirt after this step will be dissolved by fluid in the later steps. This can be a problem on light colored fabrics. Use agitation with a brush if you need to. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">After vacuuming the seats, it is also a good idea to vacuum the carpets as well. However, make sure to do this only after vacuuming the seats. This will help avoid contaminating the seats with dirt from the floor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 4:<\/strong> Plan your attack and only do small sections <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Start on the front seats, and only clean one section of the seat at a time. Plan to complete at least the worst seats first incase you run out of fluid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 5:<\/strong> Choose a brush or microfiber towel for scrubbing deep stains<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">You will probably need to do some scrubbing of the fabric and you need to select an appropriate tool which depends on the level of soiling and the condition of the fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">Check the seats for signs of deep-seated dirt, stains, and friction wear. If the seats are still in mint condition, you can safely remove grime using an interior brush. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left\">If the cloth seats are showing signs of wear and tear (such as in older or commercial vehicles), it is better to use a soft microfiber towel instead of stiff brushes that might cause more damage to the fabric.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 6:<\/strong> Spray till wet then agitate the area with a soft bristled brush<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Prep the front seats with some interior cleaner or even just warm water with fabric detergent. The agitate the area with a soft bristled brush.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 7:<\/strong> Vacuum up all moisture<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, stop applying water and let the extractor do the work. Suck out any traces of moisture on the seats using the same top-down or left-right motion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 8:<\/strong> Repeat for heavily soiled areas<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>If there are hard-to-remove stains, apply more hot water and agitate the soiled area and then dry using the vacuum nozzle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 9:<\/strong> Air the car out<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The vacuum will not remove all the water so the seats will feel wet. If you need to drive the car grab a towel to sit on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Leave the windows open for a while and step back and admire your work. The great thing about extractors is the hot water will also kill traces of bacteria and moulds in the seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4>Caution<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Extractors can be overkill for most cloth-based car seats. Only used if well soiled and apply common sense in terms of how much water to use. Ideally, less is more as if they get soaked it can take ages to dry and cause dampness.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_16623d-55 .kt-block-spacer{height:60px;}.wp-block-kadence-spacer.kt-block-spacer-_16623d-55 .kt-divider{border-top-width:1px;height:1px;border-top-color:#eee;width:80%;border-top-style:solid;}<\/style>\n<div class=\"wp-block-kadence-spacer aligncenter kt-block-spacer-_16623d-55\"><div class=\"kt-block-spacer kt-block-spacer-halign-center\"><hr class=\"kt-divider\"\/><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2>Cleaning Seats With A Steam Cleaner<\/h2>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b9adc6-bf, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b9adc6-bf[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_b9adc6-bf\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b9adc6-bf mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_b9adc6-bf[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_b9adc6-bf\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading_b9adc6-bf wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_b9adc6-bf\">What are Vapor Steam Cleaners And How Do They Work?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Vapor steam cleaners generate superheated steam in a pressured container. We then release this steam into the fabric which loosens stains, kills any bugs and removes smells.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We to follow up we then dab up any dirty water and moisture with microfiber towels.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" width=\"639\" height=\"452\" src=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/car-steam-cleaner.jpg\" alt=\"BEST WAY TO CLEAN CAR SEATS\" class=\"wp-image-583\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/car-steam-cleaner.jpg 639w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/car-steam-cleaner-300x212.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/car-steam-cleaner-768x543.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/car-steam-cleaner-1024x724.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/car-steam-cleaner-788x557.jpg 788w, https:\/\/www.prepmycar.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/10\/car-steam-cleaner-599x424.jpg 599w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 639px) 100vw, 639px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Vapor steam cleaning is amazing for removing smells and freshening the interior.<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_04652e-80, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_04652e-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_04652e-80\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_04652e-80 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_04652e-80[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_04652e-80\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading_04652e-80 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_04652e-80\">How To Cleaning Seats With A Steam Cleaner<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 1: <\/strong>Apply Steam<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Steam cleaners will also remove stains and dirt while killing moulds and bacteria. The process will start by applying steam on the cloth surface. Focus on areas that are severely discoloured, stained, or dirty. Run the steam nozzle over the surface of the cloth seats like you would using a normal vacuum cleaner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You may find that you need to wrap the end of the steam cleaner in the microfiber towel to avoid too much steam being in contact with the seat. I&#8217;d recommend that you start with this and then can remove once you are comfortable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 2:<\/strong> Remove Moisture with Microfiber Towels<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, grab a dry microfiber towel and lightly rub the moist surface to remove dirt and excess moisture. If there are still traces of dirt, apply more steam. <strong>The trick is to avoid exposing the cloth seats to excessive amounts of water and moisture<\/strong>, which only seep deeper in the foam under the seats. Always use a clean and dry microfiber towel to remove the moisture after applying steam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4><strong>Step 3: <\/strong>Air Dry The Interior<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Allow the seats to air dry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>By this time the cloth seats will be looking like new. Pop open the windows or leave the doors open for adequate air circulation. Only drive the vehicle if the seats are thoroughly dry.<\/p>\n\n\n<style>.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_cce4e9-38, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_cce4e9-38[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_cce4e9-38\"]{margin-bottom:20px;font-style:normal;color:#0a1931;}.wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_cce4e9-38 mark, .wp-block-kadence-advancedheading.kt-adv-heading_cce4e9-38[data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_cce4e9-38\"] mark{font-style:normal;color:#ffc947;padding-top:0px;padding-right:0px;padding-bottom:0px;padding-left:0px;}<\/style>\n<h3 class=\"kt-adv-heading_cce4e9-38 wp-block-kadence-advancedheading\" data-kb-block=\"kb-adv-heading_cce4e9-38\">Best Steam Cleaner For Seat And Cleaning Interiors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Steam cleaners are hand for upholstery and other parts of the interior. Grab a unit from Karcher, they are good quality and you cannot go wrong with one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"aawp\">\n\n            \n            \n<div class=\"aawp-product aawp-product--horizontal\"  data-aawp-product-asin=\"B077CBLBSG\" data-aawp-product-id=\"3735\" data-aawp-tracking-id=\"prepmycar-21\" data-aawp-product-title=\"K\u00e4rcher Steam Cleaner SC 3 EasyFix steam pressure  max 3.5 bar heating time  30 s power  1900 W surface power  75 m\u00b2 tank  1 l with descaling cartridge floor cleaning kit and nozzles\" data-aawp-geotargeting=\"true\" data-aawp-click-tracking=\"title\">\n\n    \n    <div class=\"aawp-product__thumb\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__image-link\"\n           href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B077CBLBSG?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"K\u00e4rcher Steam Cleaner SC 3 EasyFix, steam pressure: max. 3.5 bar, heating time: 30 s, power: 1900 W, surface power: 75 m\u00b2, tank: 1 l, with descaling cartridge, floor cleaning kit and nozzles\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            <img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aawp-product__image\" src=\"https:\/\/m.media-amazon.com\/images\/I\/31yXUBkDVzL.jpg\" alt=\"K\u00e4rcher Steam Cleaner SC 3 EasyFix, steam pressure: max. 3.5 bar, heating time: 30 s, power: 1900 W, surface power: 75 m\u00b2, tank: 1 l, with descaling cartridge, floor cleaning kit and nozzles\"  \/>\n        <\/a>\n\n            <\/div>\n\n    <div class=\"aawp-product__content\">\n        <a class=\"aawp-product__title\" href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.co.uk\/dp\/B077CBLBSG?tag=prepmycar-21&#038;linkCode=ogi&#038;th=1&#038;psc=1\" title=\"K\u00e4rcher Steam Cleaner SC 3 EasyFix, steam pressure: max. 3.5 bar, heating time: 30 s, power: 1900 W, surface power: 75 m\u00b2, tank: 1 l, with descaling cartridge, floor cleaning kit and nozzles\" rel=\"nofollow noopener sponsored\" target=\"_blank\">\n            K\u00e4rcher Steam Cleaner SC 3 EasyFix, steam pressure: max. 3.5 bar, heating time: 30 s, power: 1900 W, surface power: 75 m\u00b2, tank: 1 l, with descaling cartridge, floor cleaning kit and nozzles        <\/a>\n        <div class=\"aawp-product__description\">\n            <ul><li>Hygienic cleaning: The K\u00e4rcher Steam Cleaner SC 3 EasyFix cleans surfaces, floors, shower walls, taps and more without any chemicals &#8211; hygienically&#8230;<\/li><li>Quickly ready for use: The steam cleaner boasts a 1 l tank and heats up within half a minute. 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I have two methods here that will allow you to clean cloth seats with or without using a vacuum cleaner!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>Method 1 &#8211; Brush And Cleaner Method<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>All you need is a soft interior cleaning brush and some homemade cleaning solution. Mix hot or warm water with a few small drops of dish soap in a spray bottle.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Dish soap is perfectly fine for cleaning cloth seats, but I usually prefer the traditional method of using laundry detergent. Just a pinch or two of detergent is fine in a half-litre of warm water.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Step 1: Spray the cleaning solution<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Spray the cleaning solution over the cloth seats. It is always best to clean one section at a time. One or two sprays is enough. Like I previously mentioned, it is best to avoid exposing the cloth seats to excessive amounts of water and moisture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Step 2: Work the cleaning solution on the seats<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Grab a soft interior brush and work the cleaning solution on the seats. Apply more cleaning solution as required, but avoid soaking the seats. Rub the brush lightly to loosen up the dirt on the surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Step 3: Use a stiff bristle interior brush on stubborn stains<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For stubborn stains like catsup, lipstick, and soda stains, grab a stiff bristle interior brush and rub over the stain. Do this lightly and avoid exerting too much pressure on the cloth seats, especially if working with older or tattered seats.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Step 4: Lightly rub with a dry microfiber towel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Grab a clean and dry microfiber towel and lightly rub the towel in a back and forth motion to remove excess moisture. Replace the towel with a new one before it gets soaked with the cleaning solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Step 5: Repeat as required<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Depending on the condition of the seats, you may need to repeat the above steps once or twice to achieve a like-new finish. Again, make sure the seats are not exposed to too much liquid or absorbing too much of the cleaning solution. Simply spray, agitate, and wipe dry. 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If you can heat the solution before application, this process is essentially the same process as hot water extraction, and you can get the same results!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can use the exact same cleaning solution mentioned above. Grab a spray bottle and fill it up with warm water and a pinch of laundry detergent or dish soap.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Step 1: Liberally spray the cleaning solution<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Liberally spray the cleaning solution over the surface of the cloth seats. Work within a single section at a time to simplify the job. The surface of the seats should be moist enough to remove dirt, but it should not be soaking wet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Step 2: Suck out the cleaning solution with the Wet Vac<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Turn on the vacuum cleaner and suck out the cleaning solution until the seats are dry to the touch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Step 3: Second pass<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Most of the dirt and grime will be removed after the first pass. But if there are stubborn stains, spray the cleaning solution directly over the stain, let it sit for a couple of seconds, and suck out the moisture using the vacuum cleaner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Step 4: Final dry microfiber towel<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Finish off by giving the seats a final wipe with a dry microfiber towel. If the seats are still a bit moist to the touch, allow the surface to air dry for a couple of minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3>Step 5: Repeat all steps as required<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Repeat the above steps until all the seats are clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This final method is the simplest and most cost-effective way to clean cloth seats. 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If your vehicle is equipped with light-coloured seats, frequent cleaning is required to maintain the general cleanliness of the interior.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If this is the case, it is best to apply seat covers to protect the fabric from excessive dirt and wear. But for those who don\u2019t like fiddling with bothersome seat covers, cleaning the seats at least twice a year or once every season is good practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The same rule applies to dark-coloured fabric seats, although this variety is easier to clean and less bothersome to maintain.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>How do I protect my seats?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Protection is the main prevention when it comes to cleaning your car seats. If you can get some sort of protection to sit on the material, then it not only makes stains less likely but also easier to clean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>I&#8217;d recommend that you use some form of upholstery sealant that will keep the stains at bay. 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