How to clean clothe seats properly?

[Assassin]

Hi guys I'm new here.

I have always owned premium mustangs. I had a 98 and a 2005 that were premium. But I fell in love with these new mustangs and I really didn't want to spend close to 10k just for leather seats and other features I won't use. I got a good deal on this brand new car so I went with it.
I purchased a 2015 mustang GT base model about 3 months ago. It comes with the ceramic white seats. Which I love and other people have given me lots of compliments just on the seats alone. Plus I hate when leather gets really hot or really cold.
But I noticed that they are lint magnets and I have noticed they're are starting to get a little darker. Not much but I'm very attentive to details and I can see them. Does anyone recommend a certain product to clean clothe seats? Or can I wash them? Not sure why my other pics won't upload or why it's coming side ways.
Thanks

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[strengthrehab]

I'd scotch guard them ASAP after cleaning them. I can't help on the actual cleaning though.

 

[Blue Horse]

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[Chameleon]

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[paul123]

I probably wouldn't treat them. Scotch Guard, (or similar) are one of those "use in a well ventilated area" type products. And Amazon review says this:

The heavy chemical smell will last 2-3 days, fading slowly over that time period

I am not sure how to clean those, other than don't let bare skin touch the seats, and avoid eating, drinking, and wearing brand new blue jeans. If they start to look bad over time, you can get them steam-cleaned, or re-covered. Most importantly, don't get OCD.

 

[paul123]

hair oil might discolor the head restraint over time. I am not sure what is best way of dealing with light colored seats.

I think the head restraints are removable, so you could steam clean them, re-upholster, or even outright replace them with an OEM dark fabric version

 

[OppositeLock]

This is a great tutorial-

 

[paul123]

one thing I would do is shop for a seat cover, and keep it in the trunk. Then if the car has to go to mechanic, put the seat cover on.

 

[BoostedCanadianPoney]

I have the exact same seats and I scotchguarded them. I used outdoor water resistant scotchguard. It smells bad and the smell is still there and its been 3 weeks since i applied the product. I did go overboard with it i used like 4-5 spray cans. I cant really give you any feedback because they are still OEM clean.

I used scotchguard on my white couch at home and it held up really well. I cleaned all kinds of stains and it helpped keep the stains at the surface (like they claim). As for the cleaning itself , no clue

 

[redline727]

Believe it or not. I recommend Stanley Steemer or something comparable. I used to work there when I was younger. There is an alcohol based solvent mixed into the steam that works really well. There is no residue left behind like with soaps/shampoos that will never completely be extracted and just attract more dirt and transfer over time. It does strip scotch guard though so if you use it, it will need to be reapplied after the cleaning (which they can as well, but I am sure more expensive then buying the cans). I used to do cars all the time when I worked there. Worlds better then any shampoo machine you will find. Even better is to have it done let it dry over night (no heat) just fresh air circulation bc they will be damp when finished, then next day vacuum, then apply scotch guard

 

[Jww92201]

I have cats and every 3 days or weekly I clean up my seats.

First I vacuum.
Then I lint roll.
Then I vacuum.
I'll take a shop rag or microfiber towel that I know won't shed or hold hair In It after each machine wash and I lightly damp It and wipe down the seats, pulls out the dirt and so far It's been bringing them back to life.
And vacuum again.
Let dry, If still problem areas I just keep going at It.

I'd recommend steaming them or getting a handheld steamer and cleaning them at least every 3 months that way, with a good shop vac and on the really dirty stains I'd use AMMO Shag carpet cleaner or Griott's Interior cleaner and then the above steps.

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