Leather lotion, spray, or wipes?

[1990ss]

I've been using the Gold Class leather cleaner/conditioner lotion for a while now and was wondering if there is a difference between the lotion, spray, and wipes. Is one better than the other? Seems like the spray and wipes might be a little quicker and eaiser, but I don't know if they would do as good of a job as the lotion. What do you all think?

[Murr1525]

Re: Leather lotion, spray, or wipes?

I prefer the lotion myself.

The spray is ok for a quick wipedown, but you kind of need a certain amount of liquid to 'work in' if you want deeper cleaning/conditioning.

I found the wipes to be useless.

[speed3blackmica]

Re: Leather lotion, spray, or wipes?

personally, i use the lotion...the wipes are good for a quick wipe if you want some shine..but too have the wipes to be useless...i love the lotion..it woks much better

[tcope1]

Re: Leather lotion, spray, or wipes?

Wipes contain far less product. That is, they are expensive for what you get.

[Michael Stoops]

Re: Leather lotion, spray, or wipes?

The lotion is sort of the standard version of the product, so to speak. Most people will reach for this version.

The spray is great for use on perforated leather since it's easier to control the amount of product being applied so as to avoid plugging the perforations with product, which can happen with the lotion.

The wipes are a convenience item - quick and readily available when needed. Some people prefer this format since all they have to do is pull out a wipe, apply to the surface and throw it away.

Our new Gold Class Rich Leather Cleaner/Conditioner Gel (available in January) is a great alternative to the lotion, with a huge benefit being that it won't dry white so you can easily apply it to perforated leather, or along stitching, without fear of a white residue being left behind.

[speed3blackmica]

Re: Leather lotion, spray, or wipes?

ive never had the lotion dry white...i didnt know people had that problem..interesting..

i have had the lotion sit inside the stichings but it was never anything my microfiber and a firm hand couldnt wipe over and absorb. im interesting in the 2010 product though !

[1990ss]

Re: Leather lotion, spray, or wipes?

What is the proper way to apply the lotion?
How long do you wait to wipe it off?
Is it possible to use too much?
Do you go over it again with a microfiber towel after the terry towel?

I usually use a yellow foam applicator pad to apply it and wipe it off in maybe 5 minutes or so.

Thanks

[Michael Stoops]

Re: Leather lotion, spray, or wipes?

What is the proper way to apply the lotion?
How long do you wait to wipe it off?
Is it possible to use too much?
Do you go over it again with a microfiber towel after the terry towel?

I usually use a yellow foam applicator pad to apply it and wipe it off in maybe 5 minutes or so.

Thanks

It sounds like you're doing it just right. Applicator choice is personal - some like the foam pads, others a microfiber pad, others still just a microfiber towel. Whatever works for you, just don't overload the surface. A little goes a long way, so work it well against the surface and just leave the thinnest film behind. It should be used sparingly enough that it leaves almost no excess on the surface so wiping off a few minutes later, exactly as you've described, is just to make sure any of the heavier spots have been knocked down.

[BobbyG]

Re: Leather lotion, spray, or wipes?

Another vote for lotion.

I've been using Meguiar's Gold Class leather lotion for some time now and like it. I use a foam applicator to work it into the leather and after about 5 minutes or so I rub it down with a clean towel.