How To Clean Car Cloth Seats- Car Interior Steam Cleaning
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This is by far the most requested video I've been getting. This definitely isn't one of the best videos I've done since I was at the customers location. But for now, it will do.
I personally use a McCulloch 1385 Steam Cleaner. At one point, I did have the VX5000 steamer but sold it.
I can tell you that the VX5000 does out beat the 1385 in every way possible, but I still get as good of results in the interior with the 1385.
So regardless of what type of interior you're cleaning, the McCulloch WILL be able to handle your needs.
If you think you need more power and need to upgrade, it's probably because you're technique isn't down set because I have been able to clean just about every type of interior with this steamer.
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Car interior cleaning tips
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Hey just another good strategy if you're doing seats; ALWAYS do the drivers seat first so that it dries first assuming that they might be driving it soon.
Good tip bud!
thats awesome tip
+Detail Groove what's up bro, how long it takes you to do a complete interior by your self? ....you should give a try to use a drill with a brush attachment, that thing and the steamer should take you half of the time.
Carver Davis My tip if you are doing the carpet take out both driver and passenger seats and clean them first out of the car. Now move to the carpet witch is a lot easier to do with the seats out by the time you done the carpet the seats will be dry and you can throw them back in right away. Yes floor will still be wet but at least you can still drive it right way
It's more effective to apply your cleaner to the carpet/seat fibers first as oppose to steaming them first. The reason being is, if you saturate the fibers with steam (water) first, it can no longer absorb the all purpose cleaner. It's like trying to add water to a sponge that's already holding water. Just FYI for all, free of charge this time.
The cleaners are absorbed into the plastics. Drying them out and causing them to crack prematurely...
@@ericvasquez3325 so do the videos method or this method ?
@@ericvasquez3325 how are they absorbed? Most of the plastic used in car interiors is polypropylene, which is nonporous…which means its literally impossible for anything to “absorb” into it…besides that…the reason plastics crack in cars is the complete opposite of what you said. They crack from being too DRY, caused by the sun/heat combined with poor or no regular cleaning/conditioning, not from something absorbing into it..absorbtion of liquid does the opposite of causing something to dry out..
@@ericvasquez3325 rereading my comment, i see how it could probably come off as condescending and that was not my intention. Was just trying to help ya honestly. I also realize most folks dont like being corrected, but hell…cant please everyone so why try? 🤷🏻♂️😂
@@allthewayjosesame shxt
Really appreciate you showing the process without a steamer.
You are welcome! I went a while without a steamer. Although it took more time and effort, I still got amazing results :)
Finally the perfect video. I have spent about 6 hours clicking on dozens of videos, learning terminology, tools, and methods to cleaning the interior of a car, and now this is what I have been looking for. If you still see comments this old, thank you my man.
Thanks for the kind words! I respond to 99% of comments :)
I totally hear you on the slowing down part, just did a 6 hour detail today, and I had to remind myself to eat and drink water, I have a tendency to just want to get it done, but then I get slow and weak, tough to be balanced. Always love the videos you do take time to make, and much respect for being so helpful despite a labor intensive job!!
Yep, it's common for me to go 12 hours without taking a break or eating lol. Not good at all. Thanks for the kind words Shell!
Yes that's true my friend but when it's all said and done guess what? You are your own boss you pay the cost to be the boss in your household you'll property got your name on it your car got your name on it nothing feels better than Independence. Why because some bosses are fucking jerks and they figgis if that jerk they going to treat their employees like jerks and believe it or not some people love the abuse and they stay on with a boss for a long time even unto death so remember who the boss is in your house look in the mirror you. Because you work for yourself. End of story.
@@DetailGroove it really affects me especially bc of my fast metabolism. Working hungry destroys you at the end of the day.
It’s takes 6 hours to do this? 😩
Definitely tough work for sure. Obviously varies depending on the condition of the vehicle, but it's nice to learn different ways to make the job easier while also creating good results. Assuming the funds are there for the investments on equipment.
Bro, you're my hero. You always give accurate instructions in your videos.
glad to hear :)
Over the years that I have been subscribed to this channel I have learned a lot from this young man 👍🏽
LOVE HOW U EXPLAIN IMMEDIATLY👏🏼👏🏼
I'm grateful for the simple broke way by giving hope to people's dreams on these vid until we're able to buy the equipment making the job less stressful 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾, also great positive comments, great teamwork I can't wait to help as well, thx to everyone as well
Glad this was helpful for you!
Shoot the steam into the steam, shot the shteam into the sheat, sheat the stain into the sheet, shot the steam into the stain on the seat, there we go haha. Nice video man!
Hahhaha thanks!
Thanks bro , I usually use degreaser and a brush , then I wipe out off with a microfiber towel but like you mentioned. It's too exhausting , I'm definitely going to buy the McCullough steam cleaner , thanks for making it simple my brother. Keep it simple, keep being humble 👏👏
Thanks for making this. Definitely one of the more helpful detailing tip videos I’ve seen
Glad to hear Joseph
Your video is by far one of the best videos I have seen yet you don’t have to do too much to get the job done great job
That’s right!
Excellent demonstration. Thank you from Scotland.
Nice job I'm picking up a steamer sometime this week.
Thank you! I usually speed up my youtube videos to save time, but you're on it! Thank you for your help. I have clothe seats that have water stains. I appreciate the help. God be with you! (you can slow down for Him!)
Nice video Oscar. Appreciate you taking time to make this video. I'm in the process of starting a business in the north GA area. All your videos are a big help
I'm glad I could help man! Good luck on your venture!
Glad it's straight to the point.I hate to come on here for information and all the unnecessary talking .
Haha- wait till you see my other videos
This is the long way of doing it.
Here's what I like to do
1) vacuum the area thoroughly
2) do the steaming if you have a steamer
2) spray your shampoo on the affected area and let soak for 1min.
3) grab a drill with a drill brush attachment and use the drill to brush the seat instead of using of ur hand a brush which takes alot longer and doesn't do a good job.
4) mop the area with a towel or vacuum or use a carpet extractor machine
Exactly
Thanks bro u help alot I just started doing car washes and details and u keep on helping me with ur videos 👍🙌👍😎 keep it up bro
Thank you for your frank advice. Really encouraging. Keep up the good work
glad to help Ashley :)
Love the video bro. Thanks for being quick and too the point
you bet!
“Bio-nasty”😂 gonna start using that
Good video carnal, you got down to the nitty gritty of all that stuff. Good looking out.
Good job! You're inspiring me to clean my filthy Prius interior. I just ordered a Dupray steam cleaner, so this really helps me with some great tips from you. Another video mentioned that he tries to keep the steamer moving so it won't melt anything or mess it up, but I'm thinking that might be more on the plastic instead of the cloth. Thanks for the good video. Marc.
Ohh, cool steamer you got Marc! And if you leave it on the cloth, you could heat the cloth and fray/damage them. So best to always keep it moving :)
Thanks for the tip! I will vote for you Pedro
Please do so
My steam cleaner and drill brush and buffing pads are on the way .
after i saw this video as well as another where you steam cleaned light grey car seats and carpet i had to sub. excellent videos. have learned a lot.
glad I can help!
Thanks Oscar!!!! Great video as always.
Thanks for watching Charles!
Great video mate. Thank you kindly
great video oscar using your video as motivation thank for sharing bro
GET IT!
Great Educational Vid Sir👍🏾❗️
this guy is hilarious , and gets to the point unlike other detailer videos on you tube....not going to mention names.....auto fetish. woops
hahaah thanks a lot! Darren does talk a lot, but he also provides a bunch of useful information
Yes Agreed, Darren is trying to give you a lot of information (good), just like Larry from Ammo.
Detail Groove hey bro I'm just starting out. What type of APC is best for cleaning these seats. What brand do you Prefer. Thanks. -jay lew
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Darren talks way too much
😂😂😂😂😂
Beginning of the video : Yeah another one who doesn't undestand what kind of material and how stained is my car... Then you manage to show me the exact same car as mine with same material, same color and how to clean it properly. Thank you so much for your help. Been looking if this steamer was worth it and I guess I'll need to run to get one right away!!!
Awesome! Glad to help 👍🏽
I was fully trusting in my extractor! It’s awesome that there are even more methods! Thank you for showing me.
Am I the only one that got goosebumps from the sounds of the scrub brush and fabric scrubbing the seat? It's like nails on a chalkboard!! OMG!!
Haha dork
What a very helpful video.
beautiful job!
Great job, ordered mine today!!!
Sweet- you'll love! Let me know your thoughts after you've used it for a bit :)
Great video
Very interesting videos. Good job ¡¡¡ (from Madrid, Spain)
Woohoo- thanks for watching!
Thank you Sir... really helpful vid
Another great video. Thanks
Thanks for watching!
Thank you! Great video!
Glad I could help :D
nice stuff my guy!
Thank you!
Great video. Thanks.
You're welcome!
THANK YOU
APC and steam seem to work very well :)
It sure does!
Appreciate mate.. very informative
You're welcome!
Thanks for the video. I used to do detailing almost 30 years ago! forgotten most of it. The problem with doing detailing without some sort of extractor is that the APC is still in the seat fabric. I could not afford a steamer back in the day, so I would scrub with APC and then use a bucket of soap and shampoo and lightly saturate the seat with water, scrub around and then immediately vacuum up so it didn't soak into the seat too much. Not perfect, but IMHO much better than the ghetto hack of simply spraying APC and scrubbing, especially if someone is getting paid to clean the car. It's not getting clean. The APC will get some of the surface stuff and the appearance of clean but really need some way to extract. Now, I would buy a hot water extractor.
It's all about what you can do and the results you can produce :)
Nice tutorial. Is it safe to apply steam on heated seats? Worried about shorting out the electronics..
Are you using any particular kind of brush for scrubbing the stain?
Hey brother, I just got my steamer and barely learning how to use it. Thanks for this video. Quick question though. I use filtered water on it, do I have to empty it out after each use?
Great video as always. Get yourself a drill brush your arm will thank you and save so much time and effort.
Thanks Aaron
Also to speed up your process and save strength, they sell power brush attachments that go on a power drill.
haha, check my recent videos
Perfect curat...
If you have a larger vehicle and a small dehumidifier, I push the seat forward and then place it in turn it on, close up the car. Sucks the moisture out quickly. Just don't spill all the water when take the unit out again (been there, done that).
aha- good advice!
Thanks Oscar keep those video coming. Don't worry about the Haters
Hahaha thanks! Haters are funny :)
good one didnt think of that
Glad I could help!
Hi, you can tie up a rubber band or scrunchy around the neck with towel, make sure it's tight so it want slip loose!! Hope that's helpful.
that's an option- thanks
I’m a new subscriber, do you have any videos on safe ceiling cleans?
One question after I steam clean the seats can I use my extractor to remove the water or do I still use the cloth to mop dry and is I do have the extractor do I need the air mover
I think I may use this in combination with my small shampooer the steamer will do good with breaking up stains and the shampooer can suck the water back out
Awesome.
Thanks! What is the cleaner again?
hey great job!! keep up the good work!! i been watching your videos for a while and they helped me out alot with my business. Are u reccomending the steamer to clean interiors faster? do you use it to clean most of your interiors? looking to see how i can cut down time on completing the job. thanks for all your videos!!
Thanks for the kind words! Yes, the steamer can definitely speed up the cleaning time. That doesn't mean I use it every single time, but it does come in handy a lot of times (especially on cloth seats). But before you buy a steamer, try and get faster with what you have.
Just because you buy more tools doesn't mean you'll be faster
Drill brush and bissel spot clean is the cheapest most effective. But I can't wait to buy a mytee
Another great video Oscar! Do you ever plan on getting a hot water extractor? Or is it even necessary to get one with you already having a steamer. I just recently bought the McCulloch MC1275 and I'm not sure if I should get a extractor along with it.
Nooo, I will NOT be getting an extractor. Yes, it's ideal to have both.. But I can get great results with just a steamer.
All purpose cleaner. Can I use simple green at 10/1 ratio also?
Have you experienced any fading in the cloth or leather using these products sir?
Nice
Very nice
When will you do a headliner cleaning video? With and without the steamer please
That's on the list! Not sure of when exactly I'll make
I'll steam with the towel on, APC and then go over it again with the steamer really get the APC in there then mop it up. But your method works too lol
Ahaha- whatever works for you is all that counts!
This is what I did to clean my cars carpet witch was really nasty when I got the car. Plus I'll tell you what else I use to clean the plastic trims.
Okay so everything I'm going to say here I highly recommend you use now I was like most I don't have all the special equipment but I did go and rent a small steam cleaner reason why it's the best at lifting g out nasty stains.
So my supply's
Steam cleaner.
Dish soap.
Scrub brush.
Gu Be Gone.
Now I didn't have the special chemical that goes in the steamer so I just used dish soap and before you ask yes it created a lot of suds but that's what you want. First use the steamer and spray water all over the carpet then push the brush part into the carpet get lots of suds going you'll se the water turn brown and black that's good it's cleaning. Move brush back and forth get it all up and out of the carpet. Now with the separate brush scrub the carpet hard your wrist will hurt but it's worth it. Once done that this an extra once it's a little dry vacuum it with your house vac and when done you'll be amazed how good it looks almost like new 98% new I'd say. Now the plastic trim peaces I like Gu Be Gone just spray it on the plastic don't worry this stuff safe on plastic just try not to get it on any rubber so you doors weather stripping if you get it on that just whip it off right away. But this stuff picks up so much dirt even dirt you can't see just spray it good and whip it down.
Just my tip for cleaning.
Hey Big O, love your channel and really admire your work. With that said I am starting to do my detail thing and bought the McCulloch 1385. I've seen comments about just pushing the dirt in to the cushion. Obviously you do it this way and I am going to too. What do you say about others saying you aren't extracting dirt rather pushing it down. Much respect brother.
The great thing about having your business is it's your own business. You know how many people say I should get an extractor, an air compressor, a Tornadaor, the Rupes 21, etc... If I take everyone's suggestions, I'll end up with a super-packed van hauling 20 different things around.
In an ideal world, having an extractor/steamer is what you want. But I'm working with what I have. And for now, I choose to just carry a steamer over an extractor.
And plus, if the customers are happy with the results, that's really all that matters
Im buying a 50$ handheld steamer hopefully it will work well
As long as it works for you :)
Yeah, if the detailing works as a side on the weekend I'll upgrade to one of those McCulloch
whats a good APC for cloth seats? Thank you. Great video.
Try 3D apc
Can u use P&S Xpress instead of an APC? Thanks!
Is it weird that I use a steamer and then vac it up with a bissel spot cleaner? Seems to work well when I get an area very wet. Some of the most dirt I’ve extracted was like that
What is exactly that all-purpose cleaner brand?
What the best cleaner to use on seats like that? My F150 has light colored seats like in this video and don't want a cleaner thats going to leave a stain itself.
You could get an extractor to suck up all the gunk and water. It’s a miracle machine
Hi Detail Groove, Do you prefer Shine Supply Solution (APC) over Meguiars APC? is it better in your opinion for cleaning seat stains? Thanks
I personally did not see a difference in performance. I would base your decision on price and accessibility of the product
What steamer is this
Nice!!! video I've been thinking about buying the McCulloch steamer is it worth it
It is very worth it!
Can you make a video of when not to use an extractor? I recently clean an interior, and I had new stains come out both on the seats and in the carpet.
Great suggestion
U do paint correction? Nice video
Yes I do bud.
Looking to use this on a couch to get rid of dog odor. Not dog accidents, but just their smell. Would this work?
Where you bought the steamer from
Been looking into upgrading my process with either the McCulloch MC1375 or the MC1385 and I'm glad it's capable of handling these jobs, so thanks for sharing.
You don't carry a generator, do you?
You're welcome! It can handle a lot. Although I wouldn't really use it for big time heavy engine cleanings or anything. I do not carry my own generator or water. I use the customers water/power
I'm really only planning on using it for soiled interiors.
I've currently only done jobs where water and/or power are available to me, but I am also just getting started. Have you really not run into any issues not carrying your own power? I'm just apprehensive about not being able to provide proper customer service, but I guess I could just use a really long extension cable.
What spray do you use to clean seats carpet shampoo what brands good
Would it be better to spray some APC first before agitating the seats with the steamer? Or not much difference when you don't pretreat it?
I do both. Just depends. It's one of those try it out and see what you like
My understanding is that the steam opens up the fibers so I'm thinking maybe steaming first allows the product to penetrate deeper?
how come you dont use a carpet spot cleaner/extractor oscar? would that be easier since it sprays with cleaner and then sucks it out? I am having a hard time deciding what to buy on amazon, a steamer or a carpet spot cleaner or brushes
In an ideal situation, you'd want both. However, a steamer is SOOOOOO much more versatile than an extractor. I have a small mobile rig, so space is a premium. I can't carry every tool under the sun. The steamer gets the results my customers want. So that's that
thank you! i am gonna get a steamer as well. I wish more people shared their knowledge like you locally. Most people like to keep secrets and watch ppl suffer
You're welcome! And I know what you mean. That's why this channel exists :)
Hello what’s the dryer heater called ? Thanks
Hey Oscar, what is this "air mover" you speak off? Can you link to the one you are considering buying?
It's something like this: www.homedepot.com/p/RIDGID-600-CFM-Blower-Fan-Air-Mover-with-Daisy-Chain-AM2265/301703580
If you look around your local janitorial or carpet cleaning stores, you can probably get some for much cheaper (used of course). They're super compact and effective
"It's nothing bionasty, like feces or anything" 1:15
LOLOLOLOL
What are your thoughts on using scotch guard after cleaning?
It definitely doesn't hurt to apply it if you have it on hand. I've never used that product but there are plenty out there that are designed to do the same thing.
very good and useful advice. "many ways to skin a cat" LOL
This comment is why I came, I paused as soon as he said that. Thanks Carl! Lol
Do you do that on every detail job, or is that an add on at customers request or your professional suggestion?
If it's what the customer is paying for, I do it. If it's one little stain that I can take care of, even if the customer didn't pay for it, I'll do it (except without using the steamer)
Can we use a strong W&D Vacuum cleaner to dry up the seats?? (in case of a cushion seats)
Yes you can!
How about spraying with an stain remover then use the steamer?