Ink On Leather Seats

[lancerplayer]

Well, I made the mistake of cracking my windows open about an inch and a half because it was near 85* today. However, around 1:30 in the afternoon it started down pouring. I then realize my windows are open so I sprint to close them. I then saw that I left a piece of paper on the front passanger leather seat and when I went to pick it up I saw something that wanted to make me cry. The ink had seeped through the paper and onto the seats so now I have blue writing on my seat.

How can I safely remove the ink? I have Gold Class Rich Leather Spray (http://www.meguiars.com/?automotive-...-Leather-Spray). How would that work?

[Jorge Sanchez]

Re: Ink On Leather Seats

I don't think Rich Leather Spray will be to affective in removing ink stains or any oil based stains. This product is meant for a finish thats in new or like condition with minor dirt stains. I'd recommend using the Gold Class Rich Aloe Leather Cleaner instead along with a tooth brush. I have been able to remove ink stains from pen and jeans with the Rich Aloe Leather Cleaner.

Originally posted by lancerplayer
Well, I made the mistake of cracking my windows open about an inch and a half because it was near 85* today. However, around 1:30 in the afternoon it started down pouring. I then realize my windows are open so I sprint to close them. I then saw that I left a piece of paper on the front passanger leather seat and when I went to pick it up I saw something that wanted to make me cry. The ink had seeped through the paper and onto the seats so now I have blue writing on my seat.

How can I safely remove the ink? I have Gold Class Rich Leather Spray (http://www.meguiars.com/?automotive-...-Leather-Spray). How would that work?

[lancerplayer]

I applied the Gold Class Rich Leather Spray today and it took out the ink a little bit, but it is still on the seat. Today I looked for the Gold Class Rich Aloe Leather Cleaner at the stores around me and I could not find it. However, they carried a large supply of Armorall wipes. I did not buy them because I am unsure if I want to use Armorall because it leaves a "greasy" feel. What else would get the ink stain out?

[miked2]

YOu want a dedicated leather cleaner, like Meg's aloe leather cleaner (not conditioner), or Lexol leather cleaner. Then, agitate like crazy with a fairly stiff bristled brush. Most people coddle their leather too much when doing a deep cleaning -- to remove ground in stains, you have to scrub hard. Some places online sell a stiff bristled brush meant for leathe, and it's basically just a block of wood with stiff bristles. A stiff bristled tooth brush will do the trick, too. Meguiar's sells a really nice interior brush that has stiff bristles on one side, too.

[Gripstang]

Just thought Id share that I have used the Rich aloe cleaner and conditioner on my wheelskins wheel cover and I am constantly amazed by the results. The cover is white leather and... wow...

Mine came in a 2003 GC kit I got as a gift.

[rdarwa]

Well my nephew got ink on my moms new leather car seat. Is the Aloe Cleaner still the best bet? I use it on my leather couch along with the conditioner and love it.

[kokketiel]

[i]Most people coddle their leather too much when doing a deep cleaning -- to remove ground in stains, you have to scrub hard. Some places online sell a stiff bristled brush meant for leathe, and it's basically just a block of wood with stiff bristles. A stiff bristled tooth brush will do the trick, too. Meguiar's sells a really nice interior brush that has stiff bristles on one side, too. [/B]

Just a word of caution here - it is possible to overdo it .

The picture below is of the driver's leather seat. It is a light tan color, and the lumbar area is very difficult to keep clean. I think if I wear a belt, the color rubs off, and the area generally takes a beating. I've always had trouble keeping that area clean, and I was quite aggressive at times, using stiff brushes, etc. Until I got the result pictured. Since then, I have been much more careful with my leather seats. I nowadays use a damp cloth quite regularly and only very occasionally use a leather cleaner / conditioner. So far, the seats seem to be holding up much better.