How to: Conditioning leather seats with Leatherique
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98 Black C43 , 12’ ML 350 Blutec
Originally Posted by rubensans
I have a 2002 sportcoupe with the full leather package.
Is it recomended to do the Leatherique system?
Best Regards.
Is it recomended to do the Leatherique system?
Best Regards.
Yes.
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98 Black C43 , 12’ ML 350 Blutec
Originally Posted by SandyinMiami
I'm about to order the Leatherique, and was wondering if it darkens the lighter colored leathers? Is it safe to use on that light tan/creamy leather? TIA
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From: Salt Lake City (but not Morm)
2003 E55 & 2014 GL550
Hey, got the Leatherique, but it's freezing up here now.
Should I just wait a month or 2 and apply then. I really think the seats are in desperate need of a treatment. Trying to scheme up a heater in the car to keep it warm over night.....any ideas???
Should I just wait a month or 2 and apply then. I really think the seats are in desperate need of a treatment. Trying to scheme up a heater in the car to keep it warm over night.....any ideas???
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98 Black C43 , 12’ ML 350 Blutec
Originally Posted by Jakpro1
Hey, got the Leatherique, but it's freezing up here now.
Should I just wait a month or 2 and apply then. I really think the seats are in desperate need of a treatment. Trying to scheme up a heater in the car to keep it warm over night.....any ideas???
Should I just wait a month or 2 and apply then. I really think the seats are in desperate need of a treatment. Trying to scheme up a heater in the car to keep it warm over night.....any ideas???
Hope this helps.
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From: Aiken S.C.
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New information
We are working on some new things for 2006. The new "TRICK" is the wipe dye technique. Very simple and perfect for touch up.1. Bounty Towel
2. Dish of water
3. Dye
(A) dip towel in water and ring dry (should just be DAMP)
(B) Dip towel in dye (little goes along way)
(C) with a circular motion put the dye on, move quickley.
(D) This will put on about 1 mil of dye, it drys in 5 min average.
(E) Not enough coverage just add more.
Looks like it has been sprayed on.
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Originally Posted by LRPMAN
We are working on some new things for 2006. The new "TRICK" is the wipe dye technique. Very simple and perfect for touch up.1. Bounty Towel
2. Dish of water
3. Dye
(A) dip towel in water and ring dry (should just be DAMP)
(B) Dip towel in dye (little goes along way)
(C) with a circular motion put the dye on, move quickley.
(D) This will put on about 1 mil of dye, it drys in 5 min average.
(E) Not enough coverage just add more.
Looks like it has been sprayed on.
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Seminar?
I can run a seminar at the SEECARR club house in AIken S.C. on a Saturday and JUST focus on Mercedes Leather and Tex. How many people want to come? No charge of course
Lots of great food local
Lots of great food local
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Originally Posted by LRPMAN
I can run a seminar at the SEECARR club house in AIken S.C. on a Saturday and JUST focus on Mercedes Leather and Tex. How many people want to come? No charge of course
Lots of great food local
Lots of great food local
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2003 E55 & 2014 GL550
Well, here is the before pic....let's see how this stuff turns out.
Baking it now.....fully understand I may have to reapply a few times. Will post up pics as we go along.
Baking it now.....fully understand I may have to reapply a few times. Will post up pics as we go along.
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Okay..first treatment done. Think I didn't put enough oil on.....and I do realize this is the first of probably 4-5 treatments.
Will keep you updated.
Pic of first treatment
Will keep you updated.
Pic of first treatment
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From: Chesapeake, Virginia
'11 C300
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Originally Posted by Anthony Orosco
Cone,
Hey there, so sorry for the delay in my response but we have had days and days of rain and just cloudy bleak weather here in Texas and the last two days have been real nice so I have been slammed with dirty cars. Detailing is feast or famine.
Before I reply to your question may I first ask what methods or products have you used, if any, to try and remove the blemishes?
I only ask because sometimes certain cleaning items can set the blemishes in.
Take care,
Anthony
Hey there, so sorry for the delay in my response but we have had days and days of rain and just cloudy bleak weather here in Texas and the last two days have been real nice so I have been slammed with dirty cars. Detailing is feast or famine.
Before I reply to your question may I first ask what methods or products have you used, if any, to try and remove the blemishes?
I only ask because sometimes certain cleaning items can set the blemishes in.
Take care,
Anthony
Last edited by OttoBon100; May 6, 2006 at 10:21 AM.
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98 Black C43 , 12’ ML 350 Blutec
Originally Posted by Bipasha493
my car is brand new so the leather is in top notch condition, can i use lexol cleaner and conditioner to keep it up to date?
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seats
ok here is some pictures of my seats. i know this is a MB forum, but these seats are out of my 2002 dodge durango suv. the seats have 40k on them. i just got the truck and want to restore them some. will this leatherette product help the areas shown? give me a rough idea best guess of how much better... like 40 percent, 50,etc i know its tough but
here are the pics of driver and passenger. driver is worse.
all i know about the kind of leather is the durango brochure calls it gathered leather.
here are the pics of driver and passenger. driver is worse.
all i know about the kind of leather is the durango brochure calls it gathered leather.
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1999 C43, 1992 BMW 325iC
Leather care for 1999 C43
Hello all,
My first post, he he. I'm super excited, I just purchased a 99 Silver/black C43 which is in wonderful condition. My first Benz!!! I was wondering what are the best leather care products for the interior which is in near mint condition. There aren't any signs of wear, not even on the drivers side bolster.
I've been reading a lot if posts regarding the leatherique products, but like I said the seats are near new condition, Looking for something to maintain them that won't make them feel "greasy". Any help appreciated.
Best Regards,
B
My first post, he he. I'm super excited, I just purchased a 99 Silver/black C43 which is in wonderful condition. My first Benz!!! I was wondering what are the best leather care products for the interior which is in near mint condition. There aren't any signs of wear, not even on the drivers side bolster.
I've been reading a lot if posts regarding the leatherique products, but like I said the seats are near new condition, Looking for something to maintain them that won't make them feel "greasy". Any help appreciated.
Best Regards,
B
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98 Black C43 , 12’ ML 350 Blutec
Originally Posted by Carnag
Hello all,
My first post, he he. I'm super excited, I just purchased a 99 Silver/black C43 which is in wonderful condition. My first Benz!!! I was wondering what are the best leather care products for the interior which is in near mint condition. There aren't any signs of wear, not even on the drivers side bolster.
I've been reading a lot if posts regarding the leatherique products, but like I said the seats are near new condition, Looking for something to maintain them that won't make them feel "greasy". Any help appreciated.
Best Regards,
B
My first post, he he. I'm super excited, I just purchased a 99 Silver/black C43 which is in wonderful condition. My first Benz!!! I was wondering what are the best leather care products for the interior which is in near mint condition. There aren't any signs of wear, not even on the drivers side bolster.
I've been reading a lot if posts regarding the leatherique products, but like I said the seats are near new condition, Looking for something to maintain them that won't make them feel "greasy". Any help appreciated.
Best Regards,
B
www.leatherique.com - they offer a MB discount also.Please post some pics of your car in the W202 section...and welcome to the forum!
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1999 C43, 1992 BMW 325iC
Thanks for the reply...any particular products you would recommend? What products do you use to wash/wax your C43, and any input regarding buffers...get one at Sears vs. auto store, etc??
I will post some pics once I get a chance...BTW AWSOME Avatar, I love it, can't wait until I get to use one!!!!
Thanks again...B
I will post some pics once I get a chance...BTW AWSOME Avatar, I love it, can't wait until I get to use one!!!!
Thanks again...B
Last edited by Carnag; Jun 13, 2006 at 03:23 PM.
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Originally Posted by Carnag
Thanks for the reply...any particular products you would recommend? What products do you use to wash/wax your C43, and any input regarding buffers...get one at Sears vs. auto store, etc??
I will post some pics once I get a chance...BTW AWSOME Avatar, I love it, can't wait until I get to use one!!!!
Thanks again...B
I will post some pics once I get a chance...BTW AWSOME Avatar, I love it, can't wait until I get to use one!!!!
Thanks again...B
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1999 C43, 1992 BMW 325iC
Originally Posted by C43AMG
I recommend only products that I use........Zaino.I use Zaino products on all 3 of my Benz's.As far as buffers go , I am going to order one from Griot's in the next couple of weeks.I have never used on on a car before but when you purchase his buffer he includes a DVD on how to use it.When I receive it I will use it on my 420SEL and post before/after pics.
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98 Black C43 , 12’ ML 350 Blutec
Originally Posted by Carnag
I've been reading a lot of great things regarding the Zaino products. I will definitely give them a try this summer. One question, I live in Chicago so during the winter months I need to go to an automatic car wash or one of the DIY pressure wash places. How does the Zaino hold up since a lot of members seem to say the water and degergrnts used are bad for the finish. Also, how does the Zaino protect the paint, it doesn't sound like it is a wax??
