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2-in-1 upholstery cleaning product with stain remover - how to use it in 8 steps
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How to ensure the cleanliness, appearance and freshness of fabric upholstery in your car? How to remove stains from the armchair - ice cream, juice, ketchup and other stubborn dirt from upholstered elements and rugs?
From the article you will learn:
- What types of upholstery are there?
- Which stains are the most difficult to remove
- How to choose a good car upholstery cleaner
- How to wash upholstery
Types of car upholstery
The most common material used in the interior of a car is Alcantara, which is characterized by high resistance, durability and ease of keeping clean. Its durability is ensured by its unique structure and production from ultra-fine microfibers, 20 times thinner than a hair, using complex technology. Polyester gives it strength and durability, and polyurethane softness. However, it should be remembered that the durability of this material will be achieved only in the case of systematic upholstery care. Small stains are not a threat to this material - provided that they are removed from it quickly. We can also come across velour upholstery, which is more difficult to keep clean, although systematic care will provide us with comfort during use. For this reason, it is so important to choose the right preparation for stain removal from car upholstery.
The hardest stains
Regardless of whether we spend a lot or little time in the car, there is a high risk of difficult-to-remove stains appearing. Sometimes we are in a hurry to eat lunch in the car or drink our morning coffee. When we travel with children, traces of juices and sweet snacks can remain on the upholstery. By leaving them for a longer time and not removing them immediately, we expose ourselves to the hard work of removing them. The most difficult stains are those from red sauces, ketchup and juices. Equally troublesome are greasy stains, e.g. from butter or margarine. It is not so easy to prevent them, so it is worth being well prepared and having the right upholstery stain remover. It should be safe for fabrics, so as not to damage them and, despite removing stains, not leave permanent discoloration or other damage. Such upholstery does not look the best, which translates into an unaesthetic appearance of the car interior.
How to choose an upholstery cleaning liquid?
First of all, you need to consider the type of fabric. We will not use the same product for leather and fabric seats. Another important feature is its composition, thanks to which the product will stand out with its concentrated action. Liquid for car upholstery washing it cannot discolour their colour, therefore it is often recommended to perform a test on a small surface in a place that is not very visible. Thanks to this, you can be sure that the liquid is safe for the material and will not leave unsightly discolourations on it. At the same time, it must be strong in action. Keep in mind that stains from sauces, juices, ketchup and fatty products will appear on the upholstery. A weak agent will not cope with such difficult stains.
Which car upholstery cleaner should I choose? In the Moje Auto offer you will find a 2in1 upholstery cleaner, adapted to remove difficult dirt. It is characterized by a two-way effect - it cleans and removes stains from fabrics. Additionally, it neutralizes unpleasant odors caused by deeper penetration of stains into the material. Therefore, it is also recommended for people who smoke cigarettes or travel with a four-legged friend. Thanks to it car upholstery stain removal it's quick and easy!
Upholstery care using Moje Auto UPHOLSTERY 2in1 upholstery cleaner – step by step.
The 2-in-1 upholstery cleaning liquid can be used to clean the entire upholstery, as well as to remove individual stains, e.g. cherry juice or ketchup. You can also use it for fabric rugs. However, it should not be used on leather upholstery. Its advantage is easy application and high efficiency. Penetrates deep into the fibers and removes even dried stains. Each product should be used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. So how to safely use the upholstery cleaning liquid from Moje Auto?
STEP 1: Before using the preparation, remember to test its effect on a small, invisible surface. This is very important because we check whether the cleaning agent will not negatively affect the material, including color durability.
STEP2: It is very important to vacuum the upholstery and remove any solid elements before starting the cleaning and washing process.
STEP3: We start the washing process by opening the package and turning the dosing valve to "ON." We must remember that we do not press the dispensing nozzle before performing this operation, as this may result in an increase in pressure in the dispensing system, and thus, when the valve is turned to "ON", the liquid may spontaneously be released.
STEP 4: Then apply the preparation to the surface to be cleaned from a distance of about 20 cm. We must remember to maintain this distance, because dispensing the preparation too close to the surface may result in excessive wetting of the surface, and too large a distance may result in uncontrolled dosing of the product on other elements of the car. We start the process by dispensing the preparation onto places particularly exposed to dirt - stains, streaks, if they appear on the surface to be cleaned. Thanks to this, the preparation will have a longer exposure time and the active substances will be able to effectively dissolve all dirt.
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STEP 5: Then we dose the preparation onto the remaining part. We must remember to apply the preparation evenly to the material. This will ensure the highest effectiveness of the preparation and prevent the formation of unsightly stains.
STEP 6: Leave the preparation on the surface for about 10 seconds to allow the preparation to react with the dirty surface. In case of heavy dirt, we can extend this time up to 60 seconds. The preparation contains innovative substances that perfectly dissolve dirt and prevent dirt re-deposition. Modern wetting additives are able to penetrate and dissolve even heavy, water-insoluble dirt, and thus do not negatively affect the material, e.g. weaken its structure.
My Car Upholstery 2in1 has a convenient form of dosing - active foam, which increases its effectiveness and thus prevents excessive wetting of the surface and penetration into its deeper layers. To increase the effectiveness of the preparation, we can use a slightly damp sponge with large pores, a cloth or a brush. This will allow us to distribute the product evenly and penetrate the dirt. Please remember that the materials used to clean the upholstery surface should not be sharp or hard, so as not to mechanically damage the surface.
STEP 7: The material we use to clean the surface is rinsed in clean water. We repeat this operation as necessary. Thanks to this action, we collect the dirt dissolved by the preparation and remove it from the surface. Skipping this stage would cause the dissolved dirt to remain on the cleaned surface or penetrate deep into the material. This would result in streaks and darker discolorations.
STEP 8: Then we leave the surface of the cleaned upholstery to let the moisture evaporate.
The "Upholstery 2 in 1" preparation is an effective cleaning preparation containing unique ingredients responsible for revitalizing and deepening the natural color of the material, neutralizing unpleasant odors, including cigarette smoke and animal smoke. The product also contains ingredients that protect the material against re-deposition of dirt, keeping the surface clean and aesthetic for longer.
It's worth remembering to go through all these steps. After all, it's about effectively remove stains from car upholstery!
Good to remember…
To maintain the aesthetic appearance of the upholstery, it should be cleaned regularly and any stains and dirt removed. This will guarantee long-term use of the usable area.
Summary
- Most often, we find Alcantara upholstery in cars, which consists of ultra-fine microfibers and polyester, as well as velor upholstery.
- The most difficult stains to remove are those caused by fatty products, juices, ketchup or sauces.
- The upholstery washing liquid should be adapted to its type. Thanks to this, we avoid discoloration and permanent damage.
- In the case of difficult dirt, we use products with a two-way effect - cleaning and stain removal, which is characterized by the 2in1 Moje Auto upholstery washing liquid.
- Apply the 2in1 Moje Auto upholstery washing liquid onto the vacuumed surface, leave for a few seconds, and then rinse with clean water.
