Those with alcantera or suede seats...

[Ze_Nardo6]

I had a crappy DD I could bring to the gym every morning and it didn't matter that I would drive it when sweaty. Now that car is no longer available and I am driving my S4 to the gym every morning. I use a jacket to prevent my back from touching but I was still getting perspiration on the seat bottom. I am now using a beach towel to cover both parts of the seat. However, for the week or so that I was not using the towel, the suede seemed to absorb some of the sweat. I don't sweat much at all but it was enough to leave some type of smell.

What do y'all do for cleaning? Steamer? Thanks in advance.

[Rez90]

you don't have a separate car to drive to the gym? you must live in poverty.

Steam Clean Deez Nutz.

- - - Updated - - -

jk i have no idea what to suggest but i deal with the same shit when i get done boxing and wrestling. no idea how not to get the grossness in the seats....

[jmeenach]

There was a thread regarding this about a year ago. I think OP decided on using a pet-type seat cover from Amazon.

[604bking]

Garbage bag over the entire seat.

[Lamprey]

There was a thread regarding this about a year ago. I think OP decided on using a pet-type seat cover from Amazon.

I'm not sure if this is the same one, but I think it might be:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CYLKBUM/

to the OP, if you already have stains you an try an Alcantera cleaner. Or, if you have a spot-bot or similar type wet-dry cleaner, you can use that as well. Pro tip - if you use a table spoon of HE washing liquid soap and a couple table spoons of oxi-clean mixed with warm water in your spot-bot it'll do amazing things to clean a cars interior.

[DGVR6]

https://www.detailersdomain.com/prod...antara-cleaner

[KRp220]

i've founds the alcantara to be pretty much bullet proof. i'm not big on cardio so i don't sweat a ton, but i still haven't had any issues. my dog slobbers all over the shoulder areas of the seats and it wipes off with a damp towel... i wouldn't worry about it too much. maybe toss on a pair of sweatpants and a jacket before you leave the gym if you're that concerned

[jmeenach]

I'm not sure if this is the same one, but I think it might be:
http://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CYLKBUM/

to the OP, if you already have stains you an try an Alcantera cleaner. Or, if you have a spot-bot or similar type wet-dry cleaner, you can use that as well. Pro tip - if you use a table spoon of HE washing liquid soap and a couple table spoons of oxi-clean mixed with warm water in your spot-bot it'll do amazing things to clean a cars interior.

I can't remember if this was the exact one, but this is what I was referring to, yes.

[demonmk2]

Scotchgaurd ( fabric\furniture store will have it. But I would still use a towel to sit on...
Nasty ass....lol.

[RudyH]

This is what I got. Fits the seats perfect, EXCEPT the head rest. Use it all the time, even now into the winter where I have layers on. Ass sweat marks are pretty disgusting, had a light colored interior and looked terrible

Same as above
http://www.amazon.com/Athletes-Athle.../dp/B00CYLKBUM

I was using towels, but they kept sliding out of place, the cover has a rubber on the back to keep it in place. The only gripe is from new the rubber flakes off for the first month or so (easily vacuumed)

[AudBoost]

This is what I got. Fits the seats perfect, EXCEPT the head rest. Use it all the time, even now into the winter where I have layers on. Ass sweat marks are pretty disgusting, had a light colored interior and looked terrible

Same as above
http://www.amazon.com/Athletes-Athle.../dp/B00CYLKBUM

I was using towels, but they kept sliding out of place, the cover has a rubber on the back to keep it in place. The only gripe is from new the rubber flakes off for the first month or so (easily vacuumed)

I have these as well. I am drenched from working out and they protect the seats fairly well. I bought two so I can rotate them. When you wash them let them air dry or it will ruin the backing. Also don't leave them on your seat in really hot weather. Since the backing is rubber it will stick to the seats if it gets hot enough.

[Lbsigman]

https://www.detailersdomain.com/prod...antara-cleaner

Sonax Alcantara cleaner is the best stuff I have ever used for that material. I detailed a 911 GT3-RS the owner of my company tracks and drives daily. Interior was down right NASTY. I didn't even know there was a yellow line at the top of the steering wheel until I cleaned it. Sonax cleaner made all the Alcantara surfaces look like new.

[Ze_Nardo6]

https://www.detailersdomain.com/prod...antara-cleaner

Purchased this, thanks.


To the others, there are no "swamp ass" stains on my seats lol. I do not sweat much, but enough to absorb in the suede. I just want my clean interior smell back. Every single time I have a passenger in the car, they always make comments as to how clean my interior is for a 5 year old car. I intend to keep it that way.

[torinalth]

towel off in the locker room before leaving? bring a large pair of pants to slip on to absorb? stop 5 min earlier and take a shower.

and yes, I use Sonax as well. great stuff.

[Ze_Nardo6]

towel off in the locker room before leaving? bring a large pair of pants to slip on to absorb? stop 5 min earlier and take a shower.

and yes, I use Sonax as well. great stuff.

I do towel off before leaving but I dont use a gym towel to wipe my ass, that's a bit of a dick move. I live 5 minutes from the gym so I go home to shower before work. I ordered the cover from amazon linked above, that should work well!

[Dakkath]

I do towel off before leaving but I dont use a gym towel to wipe my ass, that's a bit of a dick move. I live 5 minutes from the gym so I go home to shower before work. I ordered the cover from amazon linked above, that should work well!

lol thank you for that. I'd hate to be wiping my face w/some dudes previous assed towel. ha ha ha.

Sonax cleaner for sure. In a pinch I just use mild soap and warm water with a terry cloth and scrub. Let sit over night and its fine.

[Ze_Nardo6]

lol thank you for that. I'd hate to be wiping my face w/some dudes previous assed towel. ha ha ha.

Sonax cleaner for sure. In a pinch I just use mild soap and warm water with a terry cloth and scrub. Let sit over night and its fine.

HAHAHAHA

[PitchS4]

This is what I got. Fits the seats perfect, EXCEPT the head rest. Use it all the time, even now into the winter where I have layers on. Ass sweat marks are pretty disgusting, had a light colored interior and looked terrible

Same as above
http://www.amazon.com/Athletes-Athle.../dp/B00CYLKBUM

I was using towels, but they kept sliding out of place, the cover has a rubber on the back to keep it in place. The only gripe is from new the rubber flakes off for the first month or so (easily vacuumed)

I have 2 of these they are great. I throw them on the passenger seat too when I transport my slobbering dog (wife's car is the primary for that activity).