Using Steam to Smooth Leather Covers (2020)

Brian and Raul go over the last step in getting your new DIY installed leather covers looking like a professional did the job for you. Steam will not get hot enough to damage your new leather or vinyl covers but it will get hot enough to adjust and get rid of the unwanted wrinkles.
Remember this technique is used when the covers are installed evenly and correctly and only used for minor adjustments. If the velcro areas not evenly installed even steaming your new covers will not get rid of the wrinkles. If you have any questions or concerns please email us at [e-mail] or give us a call at 214-710-2565

[@jeffpoirier1184]

I have seat indentations from a baby seat. Can I use steam on my vinyl to remove the indentations? Toyota calls them Softex seats.

[@roynelson7613]

We should call you the Magic Man bro that's pretty damn awesome man could I ask where you guys are located at I'm in South Carolina thanks for the cool videos about👍👍👍👊👊

[@TheSeatShop]

Hi Roy, thanks for reaching out and we appreciate the support! We're located in Allen, TX but ship our products across the country!

[@gameslima2808]

@@TheSeatShop what is the name of this tool?

[@TheSeatShop]

@@gameslima2808 Just a normal steamer will work just fine. You can find them on Amazon for less than $50. We used a higher-end steamer but a normal handheld one will work too.

[@mikemiller4499]

Does it stay that way

[@peytondiaz2047]

I have faux leather seat covers, my sister borrowed my car for a month and took my seat covers off now they have creases all over them. Will this work for faux leather?

[@Ryan-iv5fr]

damn. bad sister

[@kostakritikos291]

I tried using a garment steamer and it made the leather melt and get tough in an area. was it because they cover it in some type of coating ?

[@sharifsircar]

In my case, accidently when steaming the foam back into shape. From what I understand it's permanent damage, wish I noticed sooner

[@hawkrider88]

I have Mini Cooper with special seats advertised as leather. Not sure if they are REAL leather or not. The drivers seat is stretched and baggy. Will this procedure help with that....or only vinyl? Thanks!

[@TheSeatShop]

Hi, yes, this can help but the cover may be worn out due to the condition of the foam cushion. If you remove your seat/cover, steam the foam and cover, everything should look a little bit at least for the time being. You may need to end up replacing the cover and (or) the foam.

[@duckdays9451]

Without pics it's hard to tell. I worked on a car this past summer that had a new dealer installed cover and the center was real baggy. It had new foam and I had to do a take up of an inch and a half on the center of the cover to get it tight.

[@TheAhhleena]

It’s probably not leather

[@hrhbear]

I see all of these videos but no one says anything about this intense heat ruining the built in seat warmers or not!...I would think that this would damage the small wires that heat up the seats because it is hotter than the seats would ever be......

[@hrhbear]

What does that intense heat do for the seat warmers?.......

[@neilmurray626]

Nothing if you let the seat dry out properly. The element that heats the seat is only a metallic wire that heats up when a live current is passing through.

[@lorettamulkey7508]

Would a hair dryer work?

[@danielrumbo922]

I would think so.

[@alirezaranjbar5186]

what's the ironing head brand you are using

[@user-hl6ef3bi2f]

Garment steamer

[@paulhawkins548]

looks like the J-4000M Jiffy Garment Steamer with Metal Steam Head. they cost about 300 bucks.

[@Marstardon-]

Would it be safe to use towel over it

[@TheSeatShop]

Certainly.

[@invidiousyt7769]

Can I just use an iron?

[@TheSeatShop]

We would not recommend that at all, you don't want to ruin your covers, and too much heat, pressure, etc., can do that. A normal steamer is all you need to do the trick. Let us know if you have any other questions.

[@richlounder2465]

If that seat cover was pulled to the bottom a bit more before attaching the listings steam probably wouldn’t need to be used.

[@TheSeatShop]

While that is a valid point, it's always good to steam the foam and cover when installing a new cover.