Can't take off jeans marks

clwwong · 10-05-2009, 11:44 PM

I got some jeans marks on my beige color seat and seems very difficult to take off. I have tried the BMW leather cleaning foam and some leather cleaner/conditioner, but they didn't work. Any suggestions?

yabbanoname · 10-06-2009, 03:37 AM

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Originally Posted by clwwong

I got some jeans marks on my beige color seat and seems very difficult to take off. I have tried the BMW leather cleaning foam and some leather cleaner/conditioner, but they didn't work. Any suggestions?

Use the zipper ;-)

or meguiars leather cleaner

Otago · 10-06-2009, 03:47 AM

It's rather difficult to get rid of stain by ordinary cleansers, harsh cleansers will hurt the leather too. I suggest steam treatment.

yabbanoname · 10-06-2009, 04:03 AM

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Originally Posted by Otago

It's rather difficult to get rid of stain by ordinary cleansers, harsh cleansers will hurt the leather too. I suggest steam treatment.

Jeans marks didnt give me problems yet (cleaning them), and I've the elfenbeinweiss leather, maybe it's the special treat it got from bmw ?

willysp · 10-06-2009, 08:00 AM

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Jeans marks didnt give me problems yet (cleaning them), and I've the elfenbeinweiss leather, maybe it's the special treat it got from bmw ?

I have the ivory leather and, for the first time in many years and many cars, actually paid the dealer for leather prep & protection. It's a 3M product and comes with warrantry paperwork from 3M - if they can't remove a stain, they'll replace that part of the leather. I talked to the detailing shop that handles it and sorted out reality from sales BS. Wouldn't have bought it with dark leather, but worth the $350 (both interior and exterior; half their asking price) for some peace of mind.

I'd recommend anyone getting this color leather consider something like this.

willysp · 10-06-2009, 08:06 AM

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Originally Posted by yabbanoname

Jeans marks didnt give me problems yet (cleaning them), and I've the elfenbeinweiss leather, maybe it's the special treat it got from bmw ?

My dealer told me that new jeans and new belts are to be avoided. Maybe tacky, but I carry a couple of white bath towels in the trunk just in case..... Plan to replace them with cheap cloth seat covers - again, just as a contingency and to use them only when needed.

Love the looks of the ivory leather, but I'm going to have to be picky and anal about protecting it. Manageable since it's not a daily driver.

teagueAMX · 10-06-2009, 08:34 AM

Couple tips is: 1st: isopropyl alcohol and 2nd: toothpaste.

Apply isopropyl alcohol w/ cotton swab, don't rub it around. Then try toothpaste same way.

rasputin · 10-06-2009, 08:39 AM

very interesting thread, I am just approaching the deadline for choosing the leather color for the seats and I would really like to know clwwong if any of these suggestions work for you. cheers.

jannisa · 10-06-2009, 04:37 PM

Just try any interior shampoo in liquid/spray form that you use for carpets and velour and not foam. I recommend "auto glym" interior or even better boat cleaner or something like that. Use a toothbrush or your nail for insisting stains with body. Then apply a leather care cream - I use sonax and armorall. That will do.

jannisa · 10-06-2009, 04:49 PM

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very interesting thread, I am just approaching the deadline for choosing the leather color for the seats and I would really like to know clwwong if any of these suggestions work for you. cheers.

Beige and nappa will unfortunatelly show their age as time passes, no matter how you treat it. Black -surprisingly to me- is kind of sensitive for a black leather interior, a friend of mine chose it in his 23 and says he gets wrinkles already. But after all black or red will be a lot easier to maintain and will be able to hide their wearing out. Good luck with your choice.

clwwong · 10-07-2009, 04:59 AM

Thanks for all the suggestions. I will try them out later this week.

siscobmw · 10-07-2009, 07:08 AM

BMW stuff for leather works sometimes, I recommend you Meguiars....
Swizol doesnt work ...anyway there's always the simple solution:sponge soaked with mild soap and water ..
Francesco

Nebraska99 · 10-07-2009, 08:04 AM

You couldn't pay me enough to have the Ivory leather. I am way too fanatical about having a clean car.

lux good · 10-09-2009, 05:12 AM

I'm told......HAIRSPRAY !!!!
Never tried it as i've got black leather, i'd be interested to know if it works though.

ORIGIN M. · 10-09-2009, 06:26 AM

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You couldn't pay me enough to have the Ivory leather. I am way too fanatical about having a clean car.

I agree. I have to think Lemon would be worse.

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jannisa Lieutenant 55 Rep 546 Posts Drives: Z4 Sdrive35i Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: Greece iTrader: (0)	Just try any interior shampoo in liquid/spray form that you use for carpets and velour and not foam. I recommend "auto glym" interior or even better boat cleaner or something like that. Use a toothbrush or your nail for insisting stains with body. Then apply a leather care cream - I use sonax and armorall. That will do.
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lux good Banned 24 Rep 291 Posts Drives: Z4 sDrive 23i & Q5 2.0 TSFI Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: England iTrader: (0)	I'm told......HAIRSPRAY !!!! Never tried it as i've got black leather, i'd be interested to know if it works though.
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