Water\rain "marks" on seats

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Spaniard
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Post by Spaniard »

Hi Gang

I have a fairly new (17 plate) J11 and I have noticed the seating upholstery seems to be getting small stains developing on the outer (near the doors) edges of the seats. As only my wife and I use it, I know its not various spilt beverages (non-alcoholic) of course. Assuming its when rainwater comes in when the doors are open - is there a good way to clean and maybe some spray on protector that has been tried and tested?

Regards

Spaniard

Greg86
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Post by Greg86 »

Good quality all purpose interior cleaner and agitate with a soft bristled detailing brush.

As far as fabric protectors the best rated ones are Gyeons Q2 fabric coat and GTechniq L1 smart fabric.
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Post by DaveBerlin »

That’s the problem with vehicles with no “Gutters” like the old days. You open the door and the rain drops in I assume you have fabric seats, ours are “Leather ?” and I must admit I have or do not see a problem. There is a load of articles on the web such as this attachment FYI - Dave 😉

https://enjoydriv.com/get-water-stains- ... car-seats/
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Post by DaveBerlin »

You could splash out on some of these Wind Deflectors which might help - Dave 😄

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Post by Greg86 »

The wind deflectors wouldn't do anything when the doors are open dave :)
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Post by DaveBerlin »

Correct the Brain ceased again 😡
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Post by Spaniard »

Thanks for the replies gang. Looks like a bit of cleaning and elbow grease required :)
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Post by Terry64 »

It happens mainly when you are getting into the car after it has been stood in the rain so you can help prevent it by using a small rubber blade and push the water off before opening the door.
Or a micro fibre cloth
You do get it happen after driving but very little as the water has been pushed off by wind.
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