How to clean and care for perforated car leather

What is perforation and why is it used?

Perforated car leather has a regular pattern of holes. It is found almost exclusively in vehicles. Perforation is virtually never found in furniture.

The purpose: despite the pigmented colour layer, which normally makes leather less breathable, perforation keeps the leather more breathable. Moisture is wicked away more effectively and the seat feels more comfortable. Perforation also supports the effect of seat heating and cooling.

The disadvantage: the areas around the openings tend to become soiled and are more sensitive to moisture.

Cleaning

Depending on the intensity of use, we recommend cleaning the leather seats every 3 to 6 months.

Apply a little Colourlock Leather Cleaner mild to a cloth; never spray it directly onto the leather. Clean the leather with it and remove cleaner residues with a slightly damp cloth. If it is very wet, dry it immediately with a hairdryer and do not leave the vehicle closed until the leather is completely dry.

For heavier soiling, Colorlock Leather Cleaner strong can be used.

Care

After every cleaning, or every 3 to 6 months depending on use.

Apply only a small amount of Colorlock Leather Care to a cloth and use it to care for the leather. With Colorlock Elephant Leather Preserver, first rub the grease into a soft cloth and only then apply it to the leather.

Important:
Apply all products sparingly around the perforation. Too much product fills the holes, makes the edges swell or seeps through from behind the padding. This is not only unsightly, but also difficult to remedy.

Product recommendations

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Cleaning and caring for perforated leather

• Leather Cleaner mild 250 ml
• Leather Care 100 ml

Colourlock Leather Cleaner mild 250 ml

C015216 CHF 35.00

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Colourlock Leather Care 100 ml

C015205 CHF 19.00

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Or as a set:

• Smooth Leather Care Set

Colourlock Smooth Leather Care Set

C015810 CHF 39.00

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When moisture has already penetrated

Once moisture has penetrated and left stains around the perforation edges, it can hardly be completely remedied from the outside. In such cases, we recommend a workshop enquiry; we will be happy to take a look.