There are very few things more crucial to the look of a car than a good-looking interior, especially if the interior has nice leather seats and leather upholstery. There is no point in spending a lot of time and energy on the outside of your car if you do not spend an equal amount of time and energy on the inside of your car. This is especially true if you have nice leather seats that you want to keep looking nice. So, how does one keep leather seats looking as good as new? Well, we’ll explain the best way to protect car leather seats in this article. We will also explain why you should consider auto detailing as a method for protecting your leather seats.

“there are 3 things you need to be on the lookout for when it comes to leather seats, dirt, cracking, and tearing/ripping”

The 3 biggest threats to leather seats

First off, you have to understand the 3 biggest threats to leather seats. Any car owner who has a well-maintained leather interior can tell you that there are 3 things you need to be on the lookout for when it comes to leather seats, dirt, cracking, and tearing/ripping.

Dirt

Obviously, one of the biggest things you need to worry about is dirt getting onto your leather seats. This is especially true if the leather seats are a very light color. Although, dirt is still an issue, even if your leather seats are black or another darker color. The main concern with dirt is that it can get smudged into the seats. Small particles of dirt may be too small to see, so when someone sits on them, it gets smudged deep into the leather.

Cracking

Over a long period of time leather can start to dry out. Once leather has started to dry out, you need to start worrying about the leather cracking. If leather cracks it needs to be fixed by a professional, so you want to make sure that you do your best prevent cracking from happening, otherwise, you will have to pay for professional repair.

Tearing/Ripping

Tearing and or ripping are not common issues, but they are still issues that you need to watch out for. Much like with cracking, if somehow your leather gets torn or ripped, then you are going to have to invest in professional leather repair.

Best way to protect your leather seats from these issues

The best method for protecting your leather seats is a mix of maintenance and caution. You should be regularly cleaning your leather seats. At least once a week, if not more, is necessary to keep your leather seats in the best condition possible. It does not have to be a major cleaning, but you should at least be applying a bit of cleaning solution to a microfiber cloth and wiping down each seat. You should also be cautious around your leather seats, be careful bringing in things that could damage or stain the leather.

If you really want to keep your leather seats looking great, you might want to consider investing in a professional auto detailing service. The right auto detailer will be able to keep your leather seats in perfect condition. And some are very affordable, offering great value for money. Combining professional detailing with regular weekly wipe downs will keep your leather seats looking brand new.