How to: Conditioning leather seats with Leatherique

[rubensans]

I have a 2002 sportcoupe with the full leather package. Is it recomended to do the Leatherique system? Best Regards.

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[C43AMG]

Originally Posted by rubensans

I have a 2002 sportcoupe with the full leather package.

Is it recomended to do the Leatherique system?

Best Regards.

Yes.

[SandyinMiami]

I'm about to order the Leatherique, and was wondering if it darkens the lighter colored leathers? Is it safe to use on that light tan/creamy leather? TIA

[C43AMG]

Originally Posted by SandyinMiami

I'm about to order the Leatherique, and was wondering if it darkens the lighter colored leathers? Is it safe to use on that light tan/creamy leather? TIA

No and yes.

[SandyinMiami]

Thanks!

[Jakpro1]

Hey, got the Leatherique, but it's freezing up here now.

Should I just wait a month or 2 and apply then. I really think the seats are in desperate need of a treatment. Trying to scheme up a heater in the car to keep it warm over night.....any ideas???

[C43AMG]

Originally Posted by Jakpro1

Hey, got the Leatherique, but it's freezing up here now.

Should I just wait a month or 2 and apply then. I really think the seats are in desperate need of a treatment. Trying to scheme up a heater in the car to keep it warm over night.....any ideas???

Direct quote from the website - "In cooler weather, or for long-term storage in a garage, cover the seats with plastic wrap, and "warm" with a hair dryer. Or one of our Ferrari friends, Paul Hammer, suggests covering seats with large plastic garbage bags to be able to sit in the car and move it if necessary."

Hope this helps.

[LRPMAN]

We are working on some new things for 2006. The new "TRICK" is the wipe dye technique. Very simple and perfect for touch up.
1. Bounty Towel
2. Dish of water
3. Dye
(A) dip towel in water and ring dry (should just be DAMP)
(B) Dip towel in dye (little goes along way)
(C) with a circular motion put the dye on, move quickley.
(D) This will put on about 1 mil of dye, it drys in 5 min average.
(E) Not enough coverage just add more.
Looks like it has been sprayed on.

[michakaveli]

Originally Posted by LRPMAN

We are working on some new things for 2006. The new "TRICK" is the wipe dye technique. Very simple and perfect for touch up.
1. Bounty Towel
2. Dish of water
3. Dye
(A) dip towel in water and ring dry (should just be DAMP)
(B) Dip towel in dye (little goes along way)
(C) with a circular motion put the dye on, move quickley.
(D) This will put on about 1 mil of dye, it drys in 5 min average.
(E) Not enough coverage just add more.
Looks like it has been sprayed on.

If there's gonna be a local seminar to show this new stuff works.. Let us know. I'd like to attend since I'm local.

[LRPMAN]

I can run a seminar at the SEECARR club house in AIken S.C. on a Saturday and JUST focus on Mercedes Leather and Tex. How many people want to come? No charge of course
Lots of great food local

[michakaveli]

Originally Posted by LRPMAN

I can run a seminar at the SEECARR club house in AIken S.C. on a Saturday and JUST focus on Mercedes Leather and Tex. How many people want to come? No charge of course
Lots of great food local

I'd be there, as long as it's a Saturday I'm not working, which shouldn't be a problem

[Jakpro1]

Well, here is the before pic....let's see how this stuff turns out.

Baking it now.....fully understand I may have to reapply a few times. Will post up pics as we go along.

[Jakpro1]

Okay..first treatment done. Think I didn't put enough oil on.....and I do realize this is the first of probably 4-5 treatments.

Will keep you updated.

Pic of first treatment

[LRPMAN]

I love selling the stuff BUT give it at least a week between treatments it takes that long.
George P.

[OttoBon100]

Originally Posted by Anthony Orosco

Cone,

Hey there, so sorry for the delay in my response but we have had days and days of rain and just cloudy bleak weather here in Texas and the last two days have been real nice so I have been slammed with dirty cars. Detailing is feast or famine.

Before I reply to your question may I first ask what methods or products have you used, if any, to try and remove the blemishes?

I only ask because sometimes certain cleaning items can set the blemishes in.

Take care,
Anthony

Hey Anthony. Like "SandyinMiami" I have a "Java" interior on my ML and most importantly don't want to darken it with a leather cleaner and/or conditioner. Secondly, I also don't want whatever I put on to rub off on my light colored clothing. I have used Connolly's Hide Food in the past very sparingly with pretty good results. Recommendations?

[Bipasha493]

my car is brand new so the leather is in top notch condition, can i use lexol cleaner and conditioner to keep it up to date?

[C43AMG]

Originally Posted by Bipasha493

my car is brand new so the leather is in top notch condition, can i use lexol cleaner and conditioner to keep it up to date?

Use "Pristine Clean" from Leatherique : www.leatherique.com

[gerard143]

ok here is some pictures of my seats. i know this is a MB forum, but these seats are out of my 2002 dodge durango suv. the seats have 40k on them. i just got the truck and want to restore them some. will this leatherette product help the areas shown? give me a rough idea best guess of how much better... like 40 percent, 50,etc i know its tough but

here are the pics of driver and passenger. driver is worse.
all i know about the kind of leather is the durango brochure calls it gathered leather.

[gerard143]

another shot

[Carnag]

Hello all,

My first post, he he. I'm super excited, I just purchased a 99 Silver/black C43 which is in wonderful condition. My first Benz!!! I was wondering what are the best leather care products for the interior which is in near mint condition. There aren't any signs of wear, not even on the drivers side bolster.

I've been reading a lot if posts regarding the leatherique products, but like I said the seats are near new condition, Looking for something to maintain them that won't make them feel "greasy". Any help appreciated.

Best Regards,

B

[C43AMG]

Originally Posted by Carnag

Hello all,

My first post, he he. I'm super excited, I just purchased a 99 Silver/black C43 which is in wonderful condition. My first Benz!!! I was wondering what are the best leather care products for the interior which is in near mint condition. There aren't any signs of wear, not even on the drivers side bolster.

I've been reading a lot if posts regarding the leatherique products, but like I said the seats are near new condition, Looking for something to maintain them that won't make them feel "greasy". Any help appreciated.

Best Regards,

B

Take some advice from a fellow C43 owner - try the leatherique.
www.leatherique.com - they offer a MB discount also.Please post some pics of your car in the W202 section...and welcome to the forum!

[Carnag]

Thanks for the reply...any particular products you would recommend? What products do you use to wash/wax your C43, and any input regarding buffers...get one at Sears vs. auto store, etc??

I will post some pics once I get a chance...BTW AWSOME Avatar, I love it, can't wait until I get to use one!!!!

Thanks again...B

[C43AMG]

Originally Posted by Carnag

Thanks for the reply...any particular products you would recommend? What products do you use to wash/wax your C43, and any input regarding buffers...get one at Sears vs. auto store, etc??

I will post some pics once I get a chance...BTW AWSOME Avatar, I love it, can't wait until I get to use one!!!!

Thanks again...B

I recommend only products that I use........Zaino.I use Zaino products on all 3 of my Benz's.As far as buffers go , I am going to order one from Griot's in the next couple of weeks.I have never used on on a car before but when you purchase his buffer he includes a DVD on how to use it.When I receive it I will use it on my 420SEL and post before/after pics.

[Carnag]

Originally Posted by C43AMG

I recommend only products that I use........Zaino.I use Zaino products on all 3 of my Benz's.As far as buffers go , I am going to order one from Griot's in the next couple of weeks.I have never used on on a car before but when you purchase his buffer he includes a DVD on how to use it.When I receive it I will use it on my 420SEL and post before/after pics.

I've been reading a lot of great things regarding the Zaino products. I will definitely give them a try this summer. One question, I live in Chicago so during the winter months I need to go to an automatic car wash or one of the DIY pressure wash places. How does the Zaino hold up since a lot of members seem to say the water and degergrnts used are bad for the finish. Also, how does the Zaino protect the paint, it doesn't sound like it is a wax??

[C43AMG]

Originally Posted by Carnag

I've been reading a lot of great things regarding the Zaino products. I will definitely give them a try this summer. One question, I live in Chicago so during the winter months I need to go to an automatic car wash or one of the DIY pressure wash places. How does the Zaino hold up since a lot of members seem to say the water and degergrnts used are bad for the finish. Also, how does the Zaino protect the paint, it doesn't sound like it is a wax??

Zaino is a paint sealant.I would recommend "clay barring" your vehicle prior to the application of the Zaino.As far as how well the product holds up really depends upon the enviorment.Here in NJ,I make it a point to set aside a weekend in mid to late October to clay my C43 and apply 2-3 coats of Zaino.That holds me through the winter till about March.Keep in mind that I will handwash my car whenever the weather permits.I would not take my car to any automated car washes or anything else for that matter because the soap they use will probably strip the Zaino right off.My theory is this : If you spend the time ( and money ) to invest in Zaino, then take the 20-30 minutes to hand wash the car ( weather permitting ) and enjoy the satisfaction of your hard work and your shiny Benz.