How do you remove stains from car seats?

Apply cleaner directly to the stain, let sit 10 minutes, scrub with a brush, then blot. Repeat for stubborn stains.

Can you steam clean car seats?

Yes, steam cleaning works well on fabric car seats. Use a handheld steam cleaner and follow up with a clean cloth to absorb moisture.

2-4 hours with windows open. Park in sunlight to speed drying. Never leave a wet car in a closed garage overnight.

Vacuum monthly. Deep clean every 3-6 months or whenever stains appear.

Automotive

Keeping your car seats clean protects your investment and improves both appearance and performance. Here's the right way.

1
Vacuum thoroughly
Vacuum the entire seat including crevices and between cushions. Use the upholstery attachment for deep cleaning.
2
Pre-treat stains
Spray Multi-Surface Cleaner directly on visible stains. Let sit for 5-10 minutes to break down dirt.
3
Scrub with a brush
Use a soft brush to scrub the entire seat surface in circular motions. Work the cleaner into the fabric without saturating it.
4
Wipe with damp microfiber
Wipe the cleaning solution and loosened dirt away with a clean damp microfiber cloth. Rinse the cloth frequently.
5
Air dry with windows open
Open the car windows or doors to let the seats air dry completely. Wet seats grow mildew if dried slowly in a closed car.

TIPVacuum first -- if you skip this step, you turn dust into mud when you apply cleaner.
TIPFor leather seats, use a leather-specific cleaner and conditioner instead of all-purpose cleaner.
TIPA wet/dry vacuum is the fastest way to clean fabric car seats and extract moisture in one step.

XOver-saturating fabric seats with water, which sinks into the foam padding and grows mold.
XUsing bleach or harsh chemicals on fabric, which causes color fading and weakens the fibers.
XSkipping the vacuuming step, which turns dust into mud when you apply liquid cleaner.

Vacuum first, then spray with multi-surface cleaner, scrub with a brush, wipe with damp cloth, and air dry with windows open.