Leather Cleaners / Conditioner Preference?

[Texas Woody]

What is everyone using to clean / condition their leather interiors? My last truck had cloth seats and a lot of plastic, but this Limited has (what appears to be ) leather everywhere! Seats, dash, steering wheel, door panels, etc.

I've heard most manufacturers these days have a coating on their leathers that make them resistant to water and such - so wiping them down with water-wet rags occasionally will keep them clean. Does this mean there is no point in using leather conditioners (as it won't soak into the leather due to the coating on it)?

Thanks in advance for your opinions/thoughts. Just want to keep this thing looking new for as long as possible!

 

[SynAckuL]

I use Adam's Polishes Leather and Interior Cleaner and their Leather Conditioner. I'm a fan of their products. I'm not an experienced detailer like some others on here, so they may have much better advice. But so far, all my Adam's products have worked well. I especially love the Detail Spray and use it after a wash.

 

[Hustleman216]

I’ve used lexol it seems pretty good so far

 

[CharlieP]

Griots Garage 3in1 leather cleaner--Good Stuff-- does not fill in the pores in the leather.

 

[Jus Cruisin]

Damp towel.

 

[Jtr]

I've been using a spray mix of mild dish soap and water as a cleaner (per Ram instructions) and lexol conditioner after every couple of interior cleanings. I like how Lexol doesn't give you that greasy slippery feel that other cleaner and conditioners provide.

 

[Freeblazin]

I've used Mothers VLR (Viny- Leather-Rubber) on my previous leather interiors and have been very happy with it's cleaning/protection abilities. It contains a neat’s-foot oil and lanolin base vice silicone or waxes so it doesn't leave a greasy slick surface behind. That also means that it leaves a minimal sheen or "natural" shine, which I prefer over a super gloss look on my interiors.

You can pick it up at any auto store for 7-8 bucks. I plan to perform the first interior detail of my new Limited in a few days. I'll take a few before after pics of the product in action.

Mothers® VLR Vinyl-Leather-Rubber Care

Mothers Car Care waxes and polishes feature quality-crafted formulas with a touch of traditional, old-school charm - including leather care & leather conditioner.

www.mothers.com

 

[Jcasas]

I work in textiles, mostly home furnishings but Leather Master makes some of the best leather products in my opinion. I would start with their protection cream, clean with their strong cleaner and use the leather vital as a conditioner. They also have a soft cleaner but its just stronger cleaner with diluted with deionized water.