suede and sweat?

chops · 01-11-2011, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by radek7633

Hey guys,

So I've driven my 370 approximately 100 miles since I bought it in October. Its been garaged for the winter so I haven't driven it much.

In May my GF and I will be taking a trip to Florida and my concern is this... for those of you living in less temperate climates such as Florida, does the suede get stained from sweat?

I have the black interior and do not want to sit down in the car after rollerblading or jogging and have the seats stained. Should I put down a towel for precaution or treat the suede with any products?

Thanks folks

they make this stuff called suede protector. it sprays on and protects against water, stains, etc. probably need to apply it every so often, but it serves its purpose and its inexpensive. find it at any shoe store or the internets.

ocfoilist · 01-11-2011, 01:48 AM

No need to worry...you're not sitting on suede. You are sitting on Alcantara, which is a composite blend of around 70% polyester and about 30% polyurethane (yes, you heard right - polyurethane). It is a synthetic blend meant to simulate suede but is partly plastic. According to Alcantara's website, they recommend a soft brush for regular maintenance, followed by a damp micro-fiber towel (no cleaning agents).

01-11-2011, 01:48 AM	#2 (permalink)
ocfoilist Base Member Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 202 Drives: 09 Blue 6m 370zT/S/N Rep Power: 17	No need to worry...you're not sitting on suede. You are sitting on Alcantara, which is a composite blend of around 70% polyester and about 30% polyurethane (yes, you heard right - polyurethane). It is a synthetic blend meant to simulate suede but is partly plastic. According to Alcantara's website, they recommend a soft brush for regular maintenance, followed by a damp micro-fiber towel (no cleaning agents). __________________ Proud owner of a new 167.2 inch, 3278 lb baby Z! Stillen CBE & G3 Intake // Stillen Lightweight pulley // Stillen Oil Cooler // Goodridge Braided Stainless Steel Brake Lines // ACT HDSS Clutch& Alum Flywheel

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