Best Detailing Wipes for Leather Interior

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Old Oct 8, 2023 | 08:17 AM
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Best Detailing Wipes for Leather Interior

Hey all, I have always just used regular Armor All wipes on my previous cars plastic interior and dash. Being that the RDX has a leather (or leatherette) dash and leather seats what is the best product for a quick wipe down and detailing at home?

I think the regular wipes may damage leather or ruin the finish so I want to make sure I get the right stuff.
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Old Oct 8, 2023 | 03:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Twism86
Hey all, I have always just used regular Armor All wipes on my previous cars plastic interior and dash. Being that the RDX has a leather (or leatherette) dash and leather seats what is the best product for a quick wipe down and detailing at home?

I think the regular wipes may damage leather or ruin the finish so I want to make sure I get the right stuff.
There are a million interior detailers that are great! I've been using the Turtle Wax Hybrid Interior Mist Detailer lately and I really like it! They also have a glass cleaner and leather cleaner/conditioner in the line-up. Super easy to use and smells great! You can get it anywhere - Amazon, AutoZone, Walmart, etc.
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Old Oct 8, 2023 | 07:44 PM
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How do you guys clean the suede inserts?
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Old Oct 9, 2023 | 06:51 AM
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Originally Posted by quikj
How do you guys clean the suede inserts?
I have yet to figure that out myself! I am sure someone makes a specific product for it though.
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Old Oct 9, 2023 | 07:56 AM
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Old Oct 9, 2023 | 09:21 AM
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Originally Posted by Twism86
I have yet to figure that out myself! I am sure someone makes a specific product for it though.
Simple. Some warm water with a few drops Johnsons baby soap in it (mix it up, get of mice fiber mini towel damp, work into the suede and dry with a dry micro fiber cloth). Zero chemicals, perfect for monthly maintenance.

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Old Oct 9, 2023 | 01:11 PM
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Me personally i don't use anything on my dash or what not. I don't like putting chemicals on it due to it having direct access to the sun and it possibly making it fade or even crack over time. I could be over thinking it but i just simply wipe it off with a detail rag. Or i have a soft little brush i use to brush off the dust.
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Old Oct 10, 2023 | 07:28 AM
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Originally Posted by mightymouf06
Me personally i don't use anything on my dash or what not. I don't like putting chemicals on it due to it having direct access to the sun and it possibly making it fade or even crack over time. I could be over thinking it but i just simply wipe it off with a detail rag. Or i have a soft little brush i use to brush off the dust.
I do keep a clean microfiber in the door pocket to wipe the dash of dust when I see it. I like to drive with windows open so during those times it does get dirty and needs a little more shine.
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Old Oct 10, 2023 | 07:29 AM
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Originally Posted by Texasrdx21
Simple. Some warm water with a few drops Johnsons baby soap in it (mix it up, get of mice fiber mini towel damp, work into the suede and dry with a dry micro fiber cloth). Zero chemicals, perfect for monthly maintenance.
I have a 8 month old so I have plenty of that!! And will also need to be cleaning the rear seat suede frequently soon! I told my wife I will have a no food or snack policy in the car that will also apply to the kid, but we will see how long that lasts….
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Old Oct 10, 2023 | 06:19 PM
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Originally Posted by Texasrdx21
Simple. Some warm water with a few drops Johnsons baby soap in it (mix it up, get of mice fiber mini towel damp, work into the suede and dry with a dry micro fiber cloth). Zero chemicals, perfect for monthly maintenance.
Originally Posted by mightymouf06
Me personally i don't use anything on my dash or what not. I don't like putting chemicals on it due to it having direct access to the sun and it possibly making it fade or even crack over time. I could be over thinking it but i just simply wipe it off with a detail rag. Or i have a soft little brush i use to brush off the dust.
I have used nothing but warm water and a tiny bit of Johnson's baby shampoo when needed and a soft cloth since I purchased my '09 TSX in '09 and it has no dash cracking and the leather looks great. I do have some wear now on the driver's seat and door arm rest but that was from usage and not from anything else.
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