So who read the huge thread on APC on leather cleaning...

[MaximumMD]

For those that have read that thread about using APC on leather have learned a lot. I don't know about you but it sure did confuse the heck out of me. I now as some of you might be also have no clue what leather cleaning products to use anymore and the steps in cleaning and protecting leather. So I would love some others to chime in and share their opinion on which product and process would be best for cleaning leather.

[Bates Detailing]

I've got a gallon of Opt Leather cleaner/conditioner - seems to work great with a terry cloth application and brush then buff with MF...... after I run out of that gallon - something else will be tried!

[LegacyGT]

I will start using OPC as well.

[Kristopher1129]

I read some of that thread. After seeing how some of those leather experts got all scientific...I want none of that convo, haha.

I use Malco leather cleaner with a magic sponge. I lightly scrub, then wipe clean with a MF. If it's fairly clean leather...I just spray directly on to the MF and wipe. My only rule is to never spray the cleaner directly on to the leather to avoid an possible spotting. I then follow up with Malco Leather Conditioner. Always works for me.

Whether or not I'm doing something scientifically wrong to the leather...I have no idea. I don't get that deep with it. I get fantastic results with ease using this method. Sometimes I use my steam cleaner too.

[Chris Thomas]

I love this layman's version! I said early on that OPC was a safe, effective, and extensively tested contender for leather, but then Mark wanted to hear from the "Dr" so I blame Mark ;p. Be careful what you ask for around here for sure.

Others can chime in about other products but what you should know about OPC is that it was tested for 4 years, doesn't contains sodas that damage leather like over APCs, can be diluted to suit the job, and the only reason we don't recommend it on suede is because we haven't tested it on suede since there are almost no automotive applications.


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[WRAPT C5Z06]

I said early on that OPC was a safe, effective, and extensively tested contender for leather, but then Mark wanted to hear from the "Dr" so I blame Mark ;p. Be careful what you ask for around here for sure.

Gee Chris, thanks for making me feel guilty...lol


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[Chris Thomas]

Gee Chris, thanks for making me feel guilty...lol


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Don't feel guilty...it's a GREAT thread! And you know I was kidding.

[jimmyjam]

This might help a little, and just keep it simple.... I use these products with issue, as a matter of fact with great results!

• Dp Interior Cleaner
• WolfGang Leather Cleaner
• Pinnacle Leather & Vinyl Cleaner
• Optimum Leather Protectant
• WolfGang Leather Conditioner
• Pinnacle Leather Conditioner

Now if you want that new leather smell, IMO Pinnacle Conditioner has a more natural leather fragrance vs. WolfGang Leather Conditioner has a "chemical" leather smell... When my clients pick up their vehicles their WOWWED by the new leather scent that hits them as soon as they open the door. Hope that helped!

[A4 1.8tqm]

Now if you want that new leather smell, IMO Pinnacle Conditioner has a more natural leather fragrance

It's definitely my favorite leather scent. I even spray it on my leather gloves, rub it in like lotion and walk around sniffin em all day LOL.

[mcpp66]

It seemed as though that thread was "downing" products labeled as conditioners because leather seats are coated and leather protectants are better products. Should I take this to assume that my bottle of Wolfgang Leather Conditioner won't do the job? It says that it has protectants in it? Or did I misinterpret?