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02-25-2007, 02:17 PM
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I'm looking for anyone's experience with Alcantara vs. Leather steering wheel on a GT3. Appearance, comfort, durability, maintenance, ....
02-25-2007, 05:23 PM
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I have an alcantara wheel in my Cup car.
Brushing is required (like suede), oils/sweat from your skin will discolor/stain the surface and 'mat it down' over an extended period of time, it tends to hold up better with gloves.
On the plus side, it does have an excellent feel.
Brushing is required (like suede), oils/sweat from your skin will discolor/stain the surface and 'mat it down' over an extended period of time, it tends to hold up better with gloves.
On the plus side, it does have an excellent feel.
02-26-2007, 12:08 AM
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Originally Posted by normank
I'm looking for anyone's experience with Alcantara vs. Leather steering wheel on a GT3. Appearance, comfort, durability, maintenance, ....
Don't worry about Alcantara. If you drive it daily, I'd wear gloves and/or clean the steering wheel using Autoglym Interior Cleaner.
02-26-2007, 07:26 AM
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Alcantara® (Ultra suede Escaine):
Alcantara® is not leather it is a 100% Polyester man-made (fabric) suede substitute, which should be cleaned by brushing the nap with a soft nylon upholstery brush, remove pilling with a single-sided razor blade and then applying a cleaning solution (Water /Woolite® or Dreft® with a ratio of 5:1 or stronger) on to an applicator pad and apply to one area at a time (do not over-wet the fabric) and do not use steam, solvent or spirit based cleaners (particularly perchloroethyene and trichlorethylene). Localized stains can be treated with a citrus-based cleaner (PS21 Total Auto Wash, see also alternative products) ensure surface is dry before use by leaving window cracked/open. For heavy stain removal- A 1:1 solution distilled water / Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover use on an inconspicuous area first- http://www.folexcompany.com/
Identifying characteristics- very soft to the touch will scratch or scuff very easily; water drops will darken the leather but it returns to its original colour after drying.
Maintenance- Use a soft brush lightly to remove dust and raise the fabrics nap, once your seats / steering wheel / interior is clean, you should use a conditioning/protection product (303™ High Tech Fabric Guard, which includes UVR protection)
Alternative products- Leather World Cleaner will clean most stains and soiling from sensitive leathers. It is a water based product that penetrates into the surface to clean without harming your leather - http://www.leatherworldtech.com/
Leather World Protectant - designed especially for sensitive leathers. This product will provide oil, water and alcohol protection, as it forms a barrier to improve stain resistance and clean ability
Direction -spray a fine mist over the surface least 12 inches from the leather Several light coats are more effective than one heavy coat. To return the texture, rub surface with a dry sponge or micro fibre towel after the leather has dried. http://www.leatherworldtech.com/
Alcantara® is not leather it is a 100% Polyester man-made (fabric) suede substitute, which should be cleaned by brushing the nap with a soft nylon upholstery brush, remove pilling with a single-sided razor blade and then applying a cleaning solution (Water /Woolite® or Dreft® with a ratio of 5:1 or stronger) on to an applicator pad and apply to one area at a time (do not over-wet the fabric) and do not use steam, solvent or spirit based cleaners (particularly perchloroethyene and trichlorethylene). Localized stains can be treated with a citrus-based cleaner (PS21 Total Auto Wash, see also alternative products) ensure surface is dry before use by leaving window cracked/open. For heavy stain removal- A 1:1 solution distilled water / Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover use on an inconspicuous area first- http://www.folexcompany.com/
Identifying characteristics- very soft to the touch will scratch or scuff very easily; water drops will darken the leather but it returns to its original colour after drying.
Maintenance- Use a soft brush lightly to remove dust and raise the fabrics nap, once your seats / steering wheel / interior is clean, you should use a conditioning/protection product (303™ High Tech Fabric Guard, which includes UVR protection)
Alternative products- Leather World Cleaner will clean most stains and soiling from sensitive leathers. It is a water based product that penetrates into the surface to clean without harming your leather - http://www.leatherworldtech.com/
Leather World Protectant - designed especially for sensitive leathers. This product will provide oil, water and alcohol protection, as it forms a barrier to improve stain resistance and clean ability
Direction -spray a fine mist over the surface least 12 inches from the leather Several light coats are more effective than one heavy coat. To return the texture, rub surface with a dry sponge or micro fibre towel after the leather has dried. http://www.leatherworldtech.com/
02-26-2007, 05:40 PM
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Originally Posted by TOGWT
Alcantara® (Ultra suede Escaine):
Alcantara® is not leather it is a 100% Polyester man-made (fabric) suede substitute, which should be cleaned by brushing the nap with a soft nylon upholstery brush, remove pilling with a single-sided razor blade and then applying a cleaning solution (Water /Woolite® or Dreft® with a ratio of 5:1 or stronger) on to an applicator pad and apply to one area at a time (do not over-wet the fabric) and do not use steam, solvent or spirit based cleaners (particularly perchloroethyene and trichlorethylene). Localized stains can be treated with a citrus-based cleaner (PS21 Total Auto Wash, see also alternative products) ensure surface is dry before use by leaving window cracked/open. For heavy stain removal- A 1:1 solution distilled water / Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover use on an inconspicuous area first- http://www.folexcompany.com/
Identifying characteristics- very soft to the touch will scratch or scuff very easily; water drops will darken the leather but it returns to its original colour after drying.
Maintenance- Use a soft brush lightly to remove dust and raise the fabrics nap, once your seats / steering wheel / interior is clean, you should use a conditioning/protection product (303™ High Tech Fabric Guard, which includes UVR protection)
Alternative products- Leather World Cleaner will clean most stains and soiling from sensitive leathers. It is a water based product that penetrates into the surface to clean without harming your leather - http://www.leatherworldtech.com/
Leather World Protectant - designed especially for sensitive leathers. This product will provide oil, water and alcohol protection, as it forms a barrier to improve stain resistance and clean ability
Direction -spray a fine mist over the surface least 12 inches from the leather Several light coats are more effective than one heavy coat. To return the texture, rub surface with a dry sponge or micro fibre towel after the leather has dried. http://www.leatherworldtech.com/
Alcantara® is not leather it is a 100% Polyester man-made (fabric) suede substitute, which should be cleaned by brushing the nap with a soft nylon upholstery brush, remove pilling with a single-sided razor blade and then applying a cleaning solution (Water /Woolite® or Dreft® with a ratio of 5:1 or stronger) on to an applicator pad and apply to one area at a time (do not over-wet the fabric) and do not use steam, solvent or spirit based cleaners (particularly perchloroethyene and trichlorethylene). Localized stains can be treated with a citrus-based cleaner (PS21 Total Auto Wash, see also alternative products) ensure surface is dry before use by leaving window cracked/open. For heavy stain removal- A 1:1 solution distilled water / Folex Instant Carpet Spot Remover use on an inconspicuous area first- http://www.folexcompany.com/
Identifying characteristics- very soft to the touch will scratch or scuff very easily; water drops will darken the leather but it returns to its original colour after drying.
Maintenance- Use a soft brush lightly to remove dust and raise the fabrics nap, once your seats / steering wheel / interior is clean, you should use a conditioning/protection product (303™ High Tech Fabric Guard, which includes UVR protection)
Alternative products- Leather World Cleaner will clean most stains and soiling from sensitive leathers. It is a water based product that penetrates into the surface to clean without harming your leather - http://www.leatherworldtech.com/
Leather World Protectant - designed especially for sensitive leathers. This product will provide oil, water and alcohol protection, as it forms a barrier to improve stain resistance and clean ability
Direction -spray a fine mist over the surface least 12 inches from the leather Several light coats are more effective than one heavy coat. To return the texture, rub surface with a dry sponge or micro fibre towel after the leather has dried. http://www.leatherworldtech.com/
