Steaming Leather Car Seats: Serious Dangers You Need To Know!

[@TexusLexas]

Dude, I’ve had three Lexuses and you are spot on. This leather is crazy. Super helpful video

[@cassandrahickman5074]

I own a lexus and I totally know what you are saying. I am so glad I came across this video now I can clean my seats properly. Thank you so much

[@jusbfreejf]

Lincoln leather is the same… you are spot on

[@Corkoth55]

it's like holding glass on your fingertip while riding a horse. that got me 😂 😂 😂

[@obliviondio]

Note to anyone watching.... Purchase an extra attachment and just clip off the brushes on the end this way there is no chance for the brushes to make contact on the surface through the towel. Yes the towel will get damaged from the heat but there's no need to add 2 towels just because you don't have a dedicated attachment for the right job. Problem solved. Note #2 Since the vast majority of leather in cars is vinyl coated then theres nothing at all wrong with steaming seats. It's how they tighten the leather around the cushions after its been sewed on. You can even spray distilled water on the seat using any spray bottle and leave it in the sun without worry which slightly acts light a steamer. What you don't want to do is introduce water if you have cracks exposing the inner cushions. This will cause mold to form. You also don't want to use a heat gun because you'll end up damaging the vinyl coating.

[@jazzguitarstudentufc-fan3908]

junior, what are your credentials?

[@melisskissthis]

My Lexus IS250 tan leather is the same! It’s awful but I know exactly what you’re saying! 🥺 I have a 105lb German shepherd and trying to clean it after I take him swimming SUCKS!

[@aoeulhs]

This looks exactly like the leather in my 2006 Toyota Tundra. Even down to the color, stitching and, alas, the cracks.

[@sebaj8386]

Toyota and Lexus are the same thing, Lexus IS simply the luxurious version. Same concept as Volkswagen and Audi.

[@TheEnergyball]

If the microfiber gets destroyed with steamer heat, is there a reason you wouldn't use a cotton towel? Thanks.

[@Iamtorzell]

I plan on starting my own detailing buisness. I have watched several of your vids. Great stuff bro. And Im happy for all your success.

[@obliviondio]

Dont forget to do youtube videos since ads and amazon links get you kickbacks. Basically if it were free then you wouldn't see wilson and the vast majority of people on youtube.

[@MandeepMaan13]

@@obliviondio hey I’ve never seen someone commenting for someone’s benefit your a good hearted person god bless you. And @TZVision good luck for your new business

[@thecapitalist2highoctane956]

Yes that would be scary. In this case Meguiars leather cleaner and conditioner would be best and leave it alone. Whatever this product does is it, that's as good as it gets. We're detailers, not miracle workers lol . That seat just needs to be reupholstered with new leather from Lexus LOL.

[@FrancesMiller-m6y]

You were so helpful.... Thank you so much!!! I did exactly what you were talking about... I rubbed the cream color right off the leather seats in my Miata. Uggghh!!! Lol I'm about to go out there and steam my seats right now. Wish me luck!!!!

[@Villanelle007]

Very helpful video. Thank you!

[@detailedwhipz1796]

I use the Gyeon dedicated leather cleaning kit. And never had an issue with any make or model cars

[@pedrogsantamaria5271]

Westside custom detailing ❤

[@dave6726]

Learned the hard way doing a Volvo interior... real leather and the dye didn’t last long

[@Angel_Peg]

Damn

[@LeadMunitions]

Time for Leatherique!!

[@j.k.j.j.k.j.99]

I think the streaking/ discoloration is the pores of the leathere opening and closing

[@MrsBDatCreole]

Just an awesome detailer!

[@Angel_Peg]

Lexus like to use sophisticated fabrics idk why

[@rmsholc]

What about using steam, without scrubbing or rubbing? As a social worker, I steam my seats often after going to some locations to prevent bringing pests home 😬

[@02civicracer]

Great videos sir, this great to know.

[@chrismillar6404]

Great video, learned a lot before I started to stam clean my leather seats on my 2002 XK-R Convertable. :-)

[@jadoriffic]

Less talking, more working.

[@covolt882]

This is typically when I break out the ONR for interior stuff.

[@wilsonautodetailing]

Yep!!!

[@thatcrazywolf]

Why not use a terry towel instead of destroying the microfiber.

[@trueorfalsenottrueandfalse3934]

Good video man first time seeing you

[@chrisnas1483]

Do you talk about nissan maxima leather or vinyl seats in other video ?

[@bellicromanx]

Hi Rafael Nadal!

[@cgttc0441]

Thank you

[@FrancesMiller-m6y]

I actually bought a $15 black and Decker garment steamer to use.... We shall see....lol

[@edmundiverson6377]

I wonder if that seat has been re-dyed, or "refinished" to match discolorations? I second the previous post about breaking out the ONR and calling it a day! Thanks for this cautionary video, Luke!

[@wilsonautodetailing]

Thanks Edmund!

[@CHiTO316]

Would this help remove any mold smell from a leather seat? I accidentally left my driver side door opened and it got rained on her for 15 minutes straight

[@rustycook3318]

Semi Analine are the words you're looking for.

[@Daneil779]

Is there a way to tell what leather does that and what leather doesn’t? And what kind of attachment did you use under the towels?

[@albertcua8571]

Great video🤙🏽🤙🏽 I have a 2011 honda odyssey with leather seats. The condition of the leather is mint but it needs some cleaning from blue denim stains. Is it okay to steam clean it? And do i need to use al purpose cleaner when I steam it? Lastly, what leather protectant/conditioner should i use? I hope you get a chance to answer my question🙏🏾 Much appreciated! Your video gives out a lot of great information👍🏽👍🏽

[@kevind5044]

What kind of protectant do use suggest for a leather line this?

[@zenon3021]

leather conditioners are all trash. They last 2-3 months and don't actually 'condition' as they cannot penetrate the leather's surface. They just sit on top and look shiny for a couple months. That being said, there IS a benefit to getting the dirt out of the seams - helps prevent the leather from cracking. But no one wants to condition their seats 6 times a year, so leather's kinda doomed to crack and fade over time :(

[@chosenmusicartist]

Is Lexus the only car brand you have had that happen with

[@paulwharton1850]

Everything you say is true - I too speak from the same experience. Got Mercedes-Benz E class coupe now......so much better quality. Many thanks.....all the way from London !

[@wilsonautodetailing]

Thanks so much man!

[@shamsid-deenhabeebullah2875]

I’m new to the detailing business and I want to know if the steamer that you recommend extract water as well ? I don’t want to spend the extra $$$$$ that I don’t have on a extractor if I don’t need it……

[@andersonkennedy682]

I’m a little late to this comment but i bought a extractor. If you handle with upholstery then an extractor is a amazing way to take it to the next level. I found that it’s Worth it

[@northside9601]

That's me on I.G Datway

[@metrowash]

Thanks. Have you tried mixing woolite 6:1 for a leather cleaner?

[@wilsonautodetailing]

I have! And that’s a great strategy as well, not in this specific situation but yes

[@leedye6687]

having owned over 80 cars, Lexus’s, BMW’s, Audi’s, I have found Lexus leather to be the worse of them all, by far.

[@usmale9112001]

Love your vids! Question, my truck is 11 years old, still looks great, been thinking about stripping the wax off, I've been using Turtle wax carnuba once a year, is it worth it?

[@justafan8423]

Wax is probably long gone by now. Carnauba melts at a certain heat and most waxes don't last near year round. Some oils do stay on the car though so still strip it

[@usmale9112001]

Just a fan What should I use to strip it, dish soap?

[@justafan8423]

@@usmale9112001 well I've seen alot of videos saying a degreasing soap like dawn or ajax strips waxes. I'm not sure how effective it is because there's no way to tell if all the wax is off

[@wilsonautodetailing]

I would wash it traditionally, then strip it with an ipa wash, then maybe switch from the wax you’re using to meguiars ultimate paste wax

[@unicornfarts3103]

High quality leather purses are sheathed on the back to make them thinner and more flexible. It’s an extra step reserved for a higher price piece, could be the reason for the fragility of it.

[@workingprogress3511]

Which head you using cause im lost which one to use

[@patrickguida3979]

This is one of those scary monsters that lye in waite til BOO Streak. By the way did you get the Email I set you about the a paint correction idea maybe you could help me with.

[@wilsonautodetailing]

Yes! And yes I did!! I’ll shoot you an email back soon! Sorry been a busy week!

[@marknewman2756]

HI Mate Could I spray leather spray on the cloth or on the seat. Would then going over it with the steamer. Put it into the leather better. Cheers

[@wilsonautodetailing]

If you’re asking can you spray leather with cleaner I would spray it onto your towel first and yes you can use a steamer with it

[@HappyFhantum]

Skip to 05:10 to see the steaming.

[@ChiroVideosTVlondon]

What’s the nicest car interior you’ve ever detailed?!

[@wilsonautodetailing]

Dang I’m not sure, Tesla, lotus, lambo One of the above 🤗

[@probabletruth5511]

Use fillers, paint and sealer. Seat restored in half an hour.

[@hernanmurillo8925]

Hello Luke can you use Meguiar express wax on wheels ?

[@wilsonautodetailing]

No there wouldn’t be a point to that, stick with dedicated tire shine

[@hernanmurillo8925]

Wilson Auto Detailing on WHEELS I meant .

[@Samuelfish2k]

Hernan Murillo Yes you sure can.

[@urielgiovanni1854]

That was not a microdose 🐸

[@daniksautodetailing3085]

H2O is a chemical... haha

[@wilsonautodetailing]

TRUE!!

[@LiamNein]

Warning everyone seeking real informative content: this is not the video. Thumbs up on this guy’s ability to ramble on crap tho

[@cara_melkoala8405]

Everyone ignoring how he looks like Archie from river dale!

[@MICHGO1]

EASE UP ON THE COFFEE BEFORE FILMING DUDE.

[@chuckstubblebine1147]

😆

[@dirtydmack]

🤣🤣

[@barryhill1044]

Would be ok. But goes on too much and at “speed” before getting to the job itself..

[@Jen-LUCKY13-]

😂

[@ahayahyashayah9093]

Talk too much...talk too fast

[@dirtydmack]

I think it's the heavy breathing 😂😂

[@kevintoussaint2300]

Talk to much!

[@Qugeer]

So you didn't clean anything at all!!? Wasted time mate

[@zenon3021]

the leather was cracked. You can't un-crack a crack by cleaning. Yeah the cracked beige seats are an eye-sore, solution: get black seats, they look good for longer.

[@stlwrx]

Good lord take a breath man...

[@bartverhaagen]

I know from experience that the leather used by Lexus is very thin and from a poor quality.......

[@kylecagle1102]

So what your getting at is Lexus has cheap leather. Good to know.

[@ScienceBitch123]

Lmao, the first 5 min were just a bunch of nonsense. Two microfiber towels increasing the surface area? No. There is only one touching the seat. Plastic coating on leather? No, there is no such thing. There is dye and conditioner on leather.

[@thecapitalist2highoctane956]

Yes that would be scary. In this case Meguiars leather cleaner and conditioner would be best and leave it alone. Whatever this product does is it, that's as good as it gets. We're detailers, not miracle workers lol . That seat just needs to be reupholstered with new leather from Lexus LOL.