I had accidently spilled wood stain, and it had trickled down my leather sofa which I had not noticed at the time. I had tried everything to remove it before watching your video. Your third method worked an absolute treat and completely removed the stain. Thank you so much! 😊
It looks like a Dobie Pad, made by Scotch-Brite. Dobie is intended for washing dishes and is well-known for being safe for delicate nonstick pans where other plastic scrubbers are too harsh. When I saw what pad he was using, I could tell he was knowledgeable.
Hi Larry, I have been following your leather clean methods, they are really educational and helpful. But my case is challenging. The beige leather interior was ruined by Windex. And there are very visible yellowed areas on the leather. Is there a way to restore the yellowed leather? Thank you!
Instead of plastic cleaner, get white Feibings saddle soap for leather and that will pull way more off than any other cleaner without hurting or changing the leather. You could still use your rag and brush process with saddle soap too. I work leather for a living, you can also use feibings leather balm for cleaning with a flat finish. The reason this worked was because you basically wet sanded the leather with that abrasive cloth and that soap but saddle soap will blow your mind on shine… and clarity of the original leather color.
Not to sound self serving, but I'm releasing my interior cleaner called "Lather" in the next few weeks. In the mean time, you can use warm water and the slightest bit of dish soap. Very little...and work it slowly and gently. Its not ideal, but if you are in a pinch.
Hey bro that was awesome I have an issue have somebwood chairs I bought and were still alil wet from the finish it got on the ivory vinyl pad any ideas I. Tried everything
Hi came across your video while looking for tips on how to clean a stain on white couch leather. My dog throw up and went trough the tin protective sheets. Would be able to provide me a specific plastic cleaner brand and/or yours if it’s out
Hey Larry, ive done a few details for friends and family and a big part for me has always been their reaction once I show the finished car to them. This video got me thinking, could you do a video of some of the reactions you get from customers? It might be a bit awkward pointing the camera at them, but if possible I think it would be cool to show one of the more rewarding parts of detailing someone else's car. I love the videos btw, it always gets me motivated for the Saturday morning clean :)
Nice work one of my “Go To” cleaners ive used over the years is the original non Pumus Go Jo hand cleaner a great thing about it is its safe on your skin and cleans up with just water plus its pretty cheap and easy to find ive used it on my own $ several thousand dollar couch in my living room and i beleive the Lanolin actually conditioned the leather although I’m not a Scientist BTW ive used their Orange Pumus degreaser to polish a Motorcyle Engine on the bike using a Rotary tool and polishing attachments why you ask? It was indoors and i didnt want toxic fumes Or have to wear respirators ! I did however use other polishing compounds for some of the final buffings my next motorcycle i will however do the motor with it out of the frame and apart to make it easier to get into all the small areas probably clamping many of the parts in my vise and Saddle makers leather clamp that can tightly hold odd shaped parts I built the clamp myself as i do use it for hand Stitching leather projects as well
While the paint is gone, the abraded leather surface where you removed the paint, is still visible at the end of the job. Was this picture taken before or after you put leather conditioner and/or a leather wax or protectant on that area? Great job in removing the old, dried paint spot.
Thanks for great videos and effort. I was wondering if you had a chance to shoot a video on alcantara. Can't seem to find it. If not can you offer a quick advise on cleaning alcantara. I still have some Adam's cleaning solutions. Have both carpet/upholstery and plastic/leather cleaners. Not sure which one is better. Thanks!
What exact cleaner did you use? I know that details have access to types of cleaners not usually on the public market. Or is it like commercial grade stuff
I have an old grease stain on my back leather seat on my acura tl. I have tried just water, then just a leather cleaner , than just degreaser diluted 10:1, diluted 4:1. I'm at a lost. Should I try a steamer next?
HI how would i remove a curry stain to a cream leather interior using home products please ive used a milton sterilisation tablet which has helped a little would you recommend i leave it on as a paste and for how long?
I stained the leather with chocolate months ago and used a foamy glass cleaner with a non-stick kind of pad because I didn't have any leather cleaner -- leather looks new again -- thanks
How can I remove aged and harden leather conditioner on car seats? I scrubbed off some with a gentle soap but other areas are not possible to remove, even with a scrub brush. What remains looks like a shinning clear coat.
Thanks for all your videos. I follow all your tips and I have been detailing for 20 years. One thing I struggle with is ink on leather, sometimes it just wont come out. Any suggestions?
I have a question. how can can you tell the difference between discoloration and a stain on leather? I have a greenish blotch on my driver's side seat that puzzles me. I'm almost thinking it's discoloration from wear and might need a good dye job and condition, or it's a stain, I can't figure it out
thanks for the reply. Sorry to bother again but what kind of interior cleaner would you recommend? Upholstery cleaner? I know headliner is sensitive so I wanted to have all the right steps down before I clean it. Thank you
:Larry, I have a Newer Audi TTS 2011 with a tow tone Black interior with grey inserts (seats). After a few years of jumping in and out of the car with jeans and such, the light grey on the corner of the seat has dark blue(almost black) stain. How would you approach this problem (product) and get the stain out. thanks I am a Fan great Job Larry!
@ANMO NYC My sons black recaro car seat bleed into my red leather seat in my M3, I’m assuming from him spilling his drinks and it left a huge black mark. Any tips on how to get it out or what to use? I’m tried soap and water, leather cleaner but that’s about it. Hope you answer thank you
I have a small jeans stain on my white leather car seat, what is the safest way to remove it? I’ve tried turtlewax luxe leather which didn’t work out, and im afraid to damage the leather using a magic eraser .
Hi not a stain but started cleaning cream leather seat had some black on it cleaned with leather cleaner now it start going green any ideas what I can do ?
have you ever dealt with tire stains on vinyl or leather seats. happens often when you transport new tires in the back seat of your car. you later find the ugly look of the tire print permanently on the seat. Any tips to remove those kind of tire stains?
I would also suggest lightly heating the leather with either a heat gun or a hair dryer before applying cleaners and conditioners. It gets the pores in the epidermis to open allowing the chemicals to penetrate deeper.
"Goo gone" products work good on untreated paint. It took spray paint off of a motorcycle fairing. The paint was baked on for years over the rear fairing clear coat. none abrasive. Looked brand new.
I have water spots on my hood that seem to not go away I cant remove them by waxing either its like white water spots what could I do should I wet sand or clay first please reply
For ink try a product called Amodex... it's not specifically made for car detailing, but is amazing stuff and is an indispensable tool in your arsenal once you discover it! (I work with leather and had discovered it after researching the best product to remove ink stains with without harming the leather at all, and decided to give it a try after seeing it was very highly recommended and also fairly easy to find... even some major office supply/stationary retailers carry it, and of course Amazon too). Well, I was so thrilled with the results (that was many years ago that I'd discovered it), that it's now definitely my 'go-to' cleaner for ink stains on leather (and many other surfaces as well)... and also works on a number of other types of stains too. I realize your comment is a year old now, but hopefully this is helpful info for anyone looking for an easy, safe, and excellent way to deal with otherwise normally stubborn ink stains (or others of that sort)!
Used this technique on my buddy's Honda interior to get little old paint spots out of the seat. Worked wonders!
I have to say you're pretty good I've been Detailing for some years and I like your work!
I had accidently spilled wood stain, and it had trickled down my leather sofa which I had not noticed at the time. I had tried everything to remove it before watching your video. Your third method worked an absolute treat and completely removed the stain. Thank you so much! 😊
Thank you! Spilled latex house paint on my leather, plastic interior cleaner and brush like yours cleaned, perfect result.
Wow, that really worked! And I just used a plain kitchen scrub pad. Thanks very much!
It looks like a Dobie Pad, made by Scotch-Brite. Dobie is intended for washing dishes and is well-known for being safe for delicate nonstick pans where other plastic scrubbers are too harsh. When I saw what pad he was using, I could tell he was knowledgeable.
thanks for the info!!
Larry these videos must feel like a you tube time capsule. Well done sir.
Hey, I have a super soft interior cleaner and gentle brush to agitate the surface of the leather. Then remove with a microfiber towel.
Interior cleaner, brush, and a towel to soak up the wet spot. Super easy. Good luck!
Thank you!
thanks for the detailing vids
i used the scrub pad method. time consuming but fun, at the end. the leather looks much cleaner & got stains out
Thanks bud!
You got it!
You look like you need some sleep Larry. Haha. Awesome video!!!
Thank you as a kid I get resin every where and this really helped
Hi Larry, I have been following your leather clean methods, they are really educational and helpful. But my case is challenging. The beige leather interior was ruined by Windex. And there are very visible yellowed areas on the leather. Is there a way to restore the yellowed leather? Thank you!
Instead of plastic cleaner, get white Feibings saddle soap for leather and that will pull way more off than any other cleaner without hurting or changing the leather. You could still use your rag and brush process with saddle soap too. I work leather for a living, you can also use feibings leather balm for cleaning with a flat finish. The reason this worked was because you basically wet sanded the leather with that abrasive cloth and that soap but saddle soap will blow your mind on shine… and clarity of the original leather color.
Got a pink stain in white leather sofa from a drink called s9motomax nothinks getting it out what's best idea
Not to sound self serving, but I'm releasing my interior cleaner called "Lather" in the next few weeks. In the mean time, you can use warm water and the slightest bit of dish soap. Very little...and work it slowly and gently. Its not ideal, but if you are in a pinch.
Hey bro that was awesome I have an issue have somebwood chairs I bought and were still alil wet from the finish it got on the ivory vinyl pad any ideas I. Tried everything
Hi came across your video while looking for tips on how to clean a stain on white couch leather. My dog throw up and went trough the tin protective sheets. Would be able to provide me a specific plastic cleaner brand and/or yours if it’s out
It called Mousse Leather Conditioner. I will shoot a video on the Alcantara
Hey Larry, ive done a few details for friends and family and a big part for me has always been their reaction once I show the finished car to them. This video got me thinking, could you do a video of some of the reactions you get from customers? It might be a bit awkward pointing the camera at them, but if possible I think it would be cool to show one of the more rewarding parts of detailing someone else's car.
I love the videos btw, it always gets me motivated for the Saturday morning clean :)
hey with these new car seats. how do i remove water stain? can you make a video on that.
Whoa, Larry without his trademark black nitril gloves...I've gotta buy some AMMONYC products, they look awesome.
Nice work one of my “Go To” cleaners ive used over the years is the original non Pumus Go Jo hand cleaner a great thing about it is its safe on your skin and cleans up with just water plus its pretty cheap and easy to find ive used it on my own $ several thousand dollar couch in my living room and i beleive the Lanolin actually conditioned the leather although I’m not a Scientist BTW ive used their Orange Pumus degreaser to polish a Motorcyle Engine on the bike using a Rotary tool and polishing attachments why you ask? It was indoors and i didnt want toxic fumes Or have to wear respirators ! I did however use other polishing compounds for some of the final buffings my next motorcycle i will however do the motor with it out of the frame and apart to make it easier to get into all the small areas probably clamping many of the parts in my vise and Saddle makers leather clamp that can tightly hold odd shaped parts I built the clamp myself as i do use it for hand Stitching leather projects as well
@ James Ryan. I believe that the scrub pad is a 3M Dobie scrub pad.
Awesome. Miracle man.
Was watching this to help me on my '92 S4 and realised you're working on the same car here! Do you have any more vids on this car?
i'm definitely going to buy your stuff!!
wow unreal gonna try this tomorrow!
While the paint is gone, the abraded leather surface where you removed the paint, is still visible at the end of the job. Was this picture taken before or after you put leather conditioner and/or a leather wax or protectant on that area? Great job in removing the old, dried paint spot.
Thanks for the reply I will try that
Any tips for leather bags? Old water/oil-based stains?
Looks like your client should've asked you 2 people ago! Great job!
Thanks for great videos and effort. I was wondering if you had a chance to shoot a video on alcantara. Can't seem to find it. If not can you offer a quick advise on cleaning alcantara. I still have some Adam's cleaning solutions. Have both carpet/upholstery and plastic/leather cleaners. Not sure which one is better. Thanks!
Nice but are you using a Magic Eraser or a Dolby Pad, and what cleanser?
Errrr...no link. I need to find it. I hven't ordered those is forever because they last so long.
Subscriber since 2008 this was way before had his own AMMO products
What leather conditioner do you use? Also, what do you usually clean alcantara with and maintain it?
What exact cleaner did you use? I know that details have access to types of cleaners not usually on the public market. Or is it like commercial grade stuff
Larry, what about using magic eraser on leather, safe ? effective for stain such as this one ?
great job❤
What do you recommend for removing an old oil or water strain on a BMW? I've tryed meguires and lexol but they don't work on it
I have light grey leather seats and they have yellow stains from sunscreen. Any idea how I would go about tackling that problem?
I have an old grease stain on my back leather seat on my acura tl. I have tried just water, then just a leather cleaner , than just degreaser diluted 10:1, diluted 4:1. I'm at a lost. Should I try a steamer next?
What is that pad you use for scrubbing made of? It's really scraping a bit, right?
HI how would i remove a curry stain to a cream leather interior using home products please ive used a milton sterilisation tablet which has helped a little would you recommend i leave it on as a paste and for how long?
I stained the leather with chocolate months ago and used a foamy glass cleaner with a non-stick kind of pad because I didn't have any leather cleaner -- leather looks new again -- thanks
I got a stain on my leather car seat i think its from when i spilled ranch on it any tips? Would this help?
How can I remove aged and harden leather conditioner on car seats? I scrubbed off some with a gentle soap but other areas are not possible to remove, even with a scrub brush. What remains looks like a shinning clear coat.
Thanks for all your videos. I follow all your tips and I have been detailing for 20 years. One thing I struggle with is ink on leather, sometimes it just wont come out. Any suggestions?
mygtxful try white sprit bruv and bit of elbow greece
I have a question. how can can you tell the difference between discoloration and a stain on leather? I have a greenish blotch on my driver's side seat that puzzles me. I'm almost thinking it's discoloration from wear and might need a good dye job and condition, or it's a stain, I can't figure it out
How do you wrinkles smoothed out, it's not creased. But if left I'm worried it will dry and crack.
Lather Interior Cleaner
thanks for the reply. Sorry to bother again but what kind of interior cleaner would you recommend? Upholstery cleaner?
I know headliner is sensitive so I wanted to have all the right steps down before I clean it.
Thank you
Could it work on a leather chair? It was put in storage on an entertainment center and the entertainment center stained the chair
awesome ill be buying
Larry, what are the best ways to remove headliner stains?
What do you suggest for taking off jean dye transfer from a beige interior leather in a Bentley?
i can use APC spray also on brush to get the foam ?
Apologies if someone asked before, but what is the name of the spray used?
Lol you got done and said "where was it?" nuff said
Can you use the same recipe for ink?
How do you get rid of the white stain/marks left by isopropyl alcohol? I tried to spot clean my couch with it and what it did is left a white marks.
hey I have an old deep ink stain on a leather purse. Will this work ?
dude you a freakin genius thanks
:Larry, I have a Newer Audi TTS 2011 with a tow tone Black interior with grey inserts (seats). After a few years of jumping in and out of the car with jeans and such, the light grey on the corner of the seat has dark blue(almost black) stain. How would you approach this problem (product) and get the stain out. thanks I am a Fan great Job Larry!
@ANMO NYC My sons black recaro car seat bleed into my red leather seat in my M3, I’m assuming from him spilling his drinks and it left a huge black mark. Any tips on how to get it out or what to use? I’m tried soap and water, leather cleaner but that’s about it. Hope you answer thank you
I have a small jeans stain on my white leather car seat, what is the safest way to remove it? I’ve tried turtlewax luxe leather which didn’t work out, and im afraid to damage the leather using a magic eraser .
Hi not a stain but started cleaning cream leather seat had some black on it cleaned with leather cleaner now it start going green any ideas what I can do ?
Thanks Whats the name of your spray cleanet?
have you ever dealt with tire stains on vinyl or leather seats. happens often when you transport new tires in the back seat of your car. you later find the ugly look of the tire print permanently on the seat. Any tips to remove those kind of tire stains?
Help!! How can I remove whiteout that I kinda rubbed in with a warm clothe thinking it would help get it up? 😭
I would also suggest lightly heating the leather with either a heat gun or a hair dryer before applying cleaners and conditioners. It gets the pores in the epidermis to open allowing the chemicals to penetrate deeper.
Exactly like a steamer but a million times better
Does this work on HandSantizier gel. It ruined my car seat
What to use for gum on leather seat? Thanks
"Goo gone" products work good on untreated paint. It took spray paint off of a motorcycle fairing. The paint was baked on for years over the rear fairing clear coat. none abrasive. Looked brand new.
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What did you use as a your spray ?cleaner
What can i use to remove dry paint off leather?
I have beige:tan leather seats in my jeep. I driver's seat has a blue stain from my blouse on it. How do I get this out?
What about pepto bismol on white leather car seat
The water spots sem to be baked in is their a solution or not
What products did you use
What about if you get white out on leather, is it the same steps? Please help
I have water spots on my hood that seem to not go away I cant remove them by waxing either its like white water spots what could I do should I wet sand or clay first please reply
He seemed irritated or not happy in this video so I thought he was gonna whip out a flamethrower after saying "Step 3..."
What is the name of the plastic cleaner you used? Thanks! Nice vid!
That's what I'd like to know
Same
Use tee tree oil it works very good
90's S4 is just a kick-ass car.
Thank for the information Larry, But, I would like to know what kind of cleaner are you using...
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+ejack726 Most likely AMMO Lather, as it is his own product.
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Great videos! Will this work for ink as well?
For ink try a product called Amodex... it's not specifically made for car detailing, but is amazing stuff and is an indispensable tool in your arsenal once you discover it!
(I work with leather and had discovered it after researching the best product to remove ink stains with without harming the leather at all, and decided to give it a try after seeing it was very highly recommended and also fairly easy to find... even some major office supply/stationary retailers carry it, and of course Amazon too).
Well, I was so thrilled with the results (that was many years ago that I'd discovered it), that it's now definitely my 'go-to' cleaner for ink stains on leather (and many other surfaces as well)... and also works on a number of other types of stains too.
I realize your comment is a year old now, but hopefully this is helpful info for anyone looking for an easy, safe, and excellent way to deal with otherwise normally stubborn ink stains (or others of that sort)!
i have beetroot stain on my white nike trainers.. any idea how i can remove beetroot stain??
Hi! You are you using “lather interior cleaner” leather cleaner? I’m confused because you said plastic cleaner in the video
What is that pad you used please Larry? Do you have a link?
Those headphones really show this video’s age lol. Thanks for the trick!
What kind of scrub pad is that?
Were to buy that pad
keep making these videos and you'll put yourself out of business!
He doesn't share the products he uses how can he loose business
What is the cleaner u use
Hard to tell what products you are using.
I have a 2015 Jeep Grand Cherokee leather and suede black seats... I got some type of glue (maybe super glue) stuck to it. Any ideas?
Thanks!
Use the liquid from nail removing polish acetone works like a charm