lundi 23 mai 2016

Caring For And Sourcing Leather Car Upholstery

By Ann King


Many cars will be fitted with leather seats and trim from the factory or added at a later date. It is essential that this is cared for in the proper way to prolong its life and to keep your vehicle looking in a presentable condition. There are some ways to preserve your leather car upholstery and various places to source replacement hide.

There things that you can do yourself are fairly easy, do not cost a lot and they will keep your interior looking good. There are specialist treatments available that you will buy from car stores in Dallas TX, or online, and these can be applied after thorough cleaning. When you leave a vehicle outdoors, it is advisable to protect it from the sun as the heat will dry out the leather and lead to splitting.

When you clean the interior of your car, the initial thing to do is ensure there is no heavy soiling or stains. You can then begin to treat the leather with the polish which will give a deep and lasting protection. Before you use the treatment, you should test it on a small section of the seat to make sure there is no bad reaction.

If you have to purchase replacement seats there are a few places where you can source them. A main dealer or manufacturer will be able to supply you with a new set if the car is still in current production. If the vehicle is no longer being made, they may still have items in stock and you should make some checks with them before you try another supplier.

Another good way to find a new interior is to search the internet and look for a retailer or web auction site. There are many manufacturers of vehicle seats and other trim who will make a bespoke interior after you have ordered. A lot of car owners will sell their used interiors on internet auction pages and this can be a very cost effective way of replacing interiors.

When you have located and purchased your interior it is always useful to retain the old one as it can often be reconditioned. Some newer vehicles will have complex electrical components inside the seat and you should check to make sure the new ones will function when they are installed. Any other pieces of trim that are offered should also be purchased if they match.

In some instances, you will not have to buy seats and you can have yours reupholstered. There are many specialist companies that provide this service and it can work out cheaper than purchasing a new interior. The firms that reupholster seats, will usually give you various color and style options and you should visit them to discuss things before you order.

If you own an older car or a classic model you will often find good used interiors at recycling yards or at scrap dealers. A lot of vehicles will be taken there after a breakdown or accident and the interiors are often in superb condition. This is a very cost effective way of buying and you are also helping the environment by recycling.




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