A good cleaner/protector for leather wrapped wheel

[saz468]

I’ve tried a few cleaning and protectant Products for the leather wrapped wheel and shift knob and a lot doesn’t seem to work good or dose a lot of these Protectants ware off with the oils in my hands any suggestions would be appreciated

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[saiko21]

I am also looking for it. I feel my wheel is sticking. I tried cleaning with turtle wax interior protectant and also used some leather wipes I have at home.

I am planning to get a new steering wheel now as the synthetic leather on the steering wheel is not that good/ inferior quality

 

[sgtmorph]

Yeah my “leather“ wheel is looking rough after 18 months of use. Tried leather cleaners and protectants and it still looks pretty worn. Good thing it’s a lease and in another 18 months, when I give the car back, it’s their problem.

 

[ES EF ED]

I followed this technique , my sterring wheel still has that matte finish to it after 60k miles . I used zymol leather cleaner & zymol leather conditioner .

 

[Ketsto]

Autoglym leather spray cleaner and leather care balm is what I've used. It doesn't leave a slick or shiny residue. I can't say how it is in the long run since I haven't had any of my cars long enough to know but Autoglym is pretty good stuff and it has a Royal Warrant, so.

 

[saiko21]

I followed this technique , my sterring wheel still has that matte finish to it after 60k miles . I used zymol leather cleaner & zymol leather conditioner .

My steering wheel looks good and it's not faded or worn. It's just little sticky for some reason. I cleaned it multiple times ?‍

 

[RehabJP]

Chemical Bros. Products are my go to for leather, Pleather, and really anything inside a car.

 

[ES EF ED]

My steering wheel looks good and it's not faded or worn. It's just little sticky for some reason. I cleaned it multiple times ?‍

What brand / kind of cleaner are you using ? More than likely that's what's causing it to feel that way. Get a soft bristle brush and use that for cleaning .

 

[gtman]

Lexol has always been my go to leather product. Cleaner first, then conditioner.

https://www.amazon.com/Lexol-E301123100-Conditioner-Furniture-Accessories/dp/B005H7DRQA/

 

[bcrichster]

Oof!! Umm. NO GUYS!! Whatcha really need (no puns or trickery) is something called "Saddle Soap™".. can usually find it in a tack shop (think horses, saddles and leather shops) for just a few $$ (a little goes a Loooooong way, dab some on a cotton cloth, then wipe the leathers. It'll look night/day & has been trusted by country folks for near a century and has been the best leather care product I've ever witnessed and seen. It'll make some brittle, dry leather into pliable & actually usable again. If I ever get a leather wheel/shifter, that Saddle Soap™ would be one of the 1st things I do to it for any age prevention and care.

 

[Draxaan]

I'm a fan of Lexol cleaner and conditioners

 

[DOZOIR]

As a part-time auto detailer, I suggest that steering wheel / shift knob leather be cleaned with a light-colored microfiber towel soaked in water (to see any dirt and oils). Very soft brushes may be used for heavily soiled leather. Then, coat the leather wheel with this: https://leatherworldtech.com/leather-world-protection-cream/



I never use cleaners for fear of breaking down the coating on the leather wheel. The protection cream resists dirt and oil. I find store bought "leather cleaners and protectants" are too harsh and leave too shiny a finish. IMHO, leather should have a rather matte finish.

Good luck.

 

[saz468]

I clean my wheel with Lexox cleaner and conditioner unfortunately the top of my wheel is damaged maybe scrubbing a little hard or just a result of using cheap leather cleaner or the oils of my hands
heres some before and after pics thanks for all of the cleaning tips

 

[BriteBlue]

I haven't cleaned the Civic's steering wheel yet, but my previous car had a tan colored wheel & I just used a towel dampened with water & it did a good job because you really see the difference. No harsh chemicals & no sticky film.

 

[BoxsterSteve]

Wow, and I’ve only been using a microfiber towel and warm water for the last 20+ years on various vehicles in our fleet with no issues.

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