The car interior becomes dirty very quickly, being constantly exposed to external influences. It is very important to carry out high-quality cleaning of the car seat upholstery on time with your own hands. How and how to clean the upholstery yourself, read below. Consider all popular means and methods for dry cleaning.

Why do you need to clean the upholstery in time?

The materials used in the car interior trim are strong and durable... But even this does not save them from the invasion of babies with sticky sweets and juices. As a result, all these goodies are eaten into the seat upholstery. Add to this the daily pollution from dirty shoes, coffee and tea. To prevent stubborn stains, clean the covers as soon as they become dirty. How and how to clean the car interior on our own will be discussed further.

Materials and equipment

Not sure how to clean the car interior with your own hands? To clean the interior you will need: chemical agents for the cleaning, a vacuum cleaner, steam cleaner or iron with a steaming function (you can do without it), sponge, brush, napkins microfiber, scraper for windows, rubber gloves, bottle with spray bottle or bucket, hot water.

• Brush should be soft so as not to damage the upholstery.
• Sponge choose a larger size so that the processing does not drag on until the morning.
• A vacuum cleaner take without a dust bag, we will first vacuum the car dealership with it, then collect the remains of the detergents. A washing vacuum cleaner is also suitable.
• Chemicals used in cleaning the car interior are varied in composition and action. For each material, it is necessary to choose a suitable tool so as not to spoil its structure.
• You can get by and folk remedies though they are not as effective. For example, an aqueous solution of vinegar, also "Vanish", a soap solution with borax.

Carefully: Before using any new chemical, try treating an inconspicuous area first.

• Eltrans, Russia. Universal cleaner for the interior and body. Cost - 110 rubles. for 500 g.
• Astrohim, Russia. Plastic, vinyl and rubber cleaner. Cost - 60 rubles. for 250 ml.
• Grass, Russia. Interior cleaner. The cost is 175 rubles. for 1 liter.
• Kangaroo Profoam 3000, Korea. Interior cleaner. It costs 295 rubles. for 600 ml.
• Runway, USA - PRC. Interior carpet cleaner. Cost 255 r. for 410 gr.
• Sapfire professional, Russia. Salon dry cleaning. Costs 200 rubles. For 500 ml.

The sequence of processing the interior of the car

There are a huge number of ways how to clean the car interior - you can do it both with your own hands and trust the professionals. Each upholstery material has its own way. Let's take a look at the main steps in cleaning car seats.

1. first stage - preparation,
2. second - vacuum cleaning,
3. third - chemical treatment,
4. final - car dealership drying.

Preparatory stage

At this stage, the interior of the car is prepared for further processing, all unnecessary items and debris should be removed. Then wipe off all non-woven surfaces with a damp sponge. While dampening a cloth with water from a spray bottle, scrape off animal hair.

Vacuuming

Before cleaning the chairs, treat them vacuum cleaner... It can clean almost all types of surfaces. This is the best way to prepare the machine for further cleaning. Use the long, narrow tube to get into tight spaces between the seats. Vacuum the seats first, then the space between them.

Advice: Thoroughly vacuum the seams of the covers, pushing them apart by hand so that dust and crumbs from the seams are completely removed.

Chemical treatment

Dry cleaning Do-it-yourself car interior is not very difficult. Cleaning of contaminants with chemicals is carried out in several stages.

1. In a bucket a quarter filled with water dilute the selected detergent... Mix the solution well until a rich foam forms over the entire volume of the bucket.
2. Apply foam with a sponge onto the surface to be cleaned so that the fabric is completely saturated. When cleaning leather seats, simply apply the foam on top in an even layer. Treat the entire fabric in this way to avoid unsightly stains.
3. Wait for the time indicated in the instructions for the substance to take effect. Most often it takes 3 - 5 minutes.
4. Take a brush and rub the processed surface. Do not rub hard, so as not to damage the covers.
5. Vacuum the surface or wipe with dry wipes so that there is no foam
6. Now ventilate the cabin so that the chairs dry out and there is no damp smell.

Carefully: to protect against chemical burns, be sure to wear rubber gloves

Cleaning velor seats

Clean up velor interior Most efficiently with a vacuum cleaner, also buy a special roller to collect animal hair and hair. Remove light stains from velor chairs with soapy water and a sponge. Clean stubborn dirt with chemicals.

We clean leather chairs

To clear leather interior, it is advisable to use the cleaners recommended by the car manufacturer. Oftentimes, the skin has a protective coating that prevents dirt from forming. If this protection is not available, use leather conditioners. First, wipe the surface with a damp sponge, apply conditioner to a soft cloth and wipe down the skin.

Cleaning vinyl seats

Vinyl- the easiest material to care for. Light dirt can be removed with glass cleaner - splash and wipe with a cloth. How to clean up stubborn dirt? You can get by with the folk method - using a mixture of soda and water. Mix in equal parts and apply evenly to the vinyl surface. Wash off with warm soapy water and pat dry with a tissue.

We clean the fabric seat upholstery

Textile Used for car sofas and armchairs, it is very durable and resistant to external influences. This type of covers can be cleaned in any convenient way - by the dry cleaning method described above or with a steam cleaner. How do I clean the chairs with a steam generator? Water is poured into the steam generator and the fabric is treated, wiping dry with a rag. Hot steam softens the dirt and can be easily removed with a cloth.

Dry cleaning of the ceiling

Salon dry cleaning Do-it-yourself car includes cleaning the ceiling. The car ceiling can only be cleaned with dry cleaning agents such as spray or aerosol. Prepare a dry sponge and cleanser before cleaning. To clean the car ceiling, spray the product evenly on the ceiling and rub in one direction with a sponge. Wait for the time indicated on the package and vacuum the ceiling, you can do with a napkin. Begin to carry out cleaning work from the windshield of the car, moving to the trunk. Be careful

Do-it-yourself car interior cleaning is a difficult and painstaking process, but it is he who is the best way to take care of the car.

Before cleaning, you need to stock up on inventory:

• Microfiber cloths. They absorb moisture well and effectively cleanse dirt.
• Chemicals. Detergents for the car and glass are the best way to clean the car at home.
• A bucket of clean warm water.
• Textile.
• Latex gloves.
• Soap solution.
• Lint-free rags.
• A vacuum cleaner.
• Special brushes. They have different shapes and rigidity. Harder, suitable for cleaning seats and upholstery, softer for glass.
• Steam generator. With its help, self-steam cleaning of the car interior is carried out.

Knowing how to wash the interior, you can get rid of old dirt and unpleasant odors. In some cases, only steam cleaning can help. It is performed using a steam generator. If such equipment is not at hand, then you should contact services that specialize in cleaning the car interior.

Salon preparation

The process of self-cleaning of the salon begins with preparatory measures:

• All items are removed from the trunk, glove compartment and interior of the car.
• Dry cleaning is carried out. To do this, remove rubber mats, dismantle the chairs, or remove dust and dirt from the seat upholstery with a vacuum cleaner.
• Plastic interior elements are wiped with a wet cloth, and wiped off with a dry cloth.

Before starting the preparation for cleaning the interior of the car, you need to turn off the car engine, remove the terminal from the battery and pull out the ignition key. These measures will protect the vehicle wiring from a short circuit and subsequent fire.

How to properly clean the car interior

To clean the interior of the car yourself, you will need:

Before cleaning, a soap solution is applied to the glass, it will protect the surface of the windows from damage if chemical cleaning agents get on them while washing the interior.

Slight contamination of car seats made of fabric or velor is carried out with a damp dry-cleaner. First, a cleaning agent is applied to the surface, then it is brushed.

The process changes somewhat when the dirt is removed from the leather seats. Light stains are removed with a soapy solution and a soft, lint-free cloth, and stubborn stains with a special leather cleaner.

Plastic

To clean plastic surfaces, use a soft cloth and special chemicals. A cleaning agent is applied to the rags, the work surface is wiped, and then wiped dry. Next, you need to apply substances that will protect the plastic from exposure to ultraviolet rays. Such solutions remove streaks from the dashboard, and depending on the type of substance, give the surface a matte or shiny appearance.

Cleaning the ceiling

Chemicals are used to clean the ceiling in a car. Mentally, the work surface is divided into zones, in accordance with the division, chemicals are applied. After 15-20 minutes, apply a soft brush over the entire surface of the ceiling in one direction. This is how the cleaning agent is removed.

Care features

After thorough cleaning, you need to take care of your skin. As a result, the seats and upholstery will have a presentable appearance and will be protected from UV exposure. To do this, use special solutions for the care of leather surfaces. It is not recommended to clean the skin with harsh chemicals.

Each motorist decides for himself when it is necessary to carry out general cleaning inside the car. The catalyst for decision-making can be pollution and foul odors, which will not be drowned out by the air freshener. The washing procedure can be entrusted to professionals, which will save time, or you can do your own cleaning of the salon, which will save money.

Hello dear friends! In the last publication, we created an effective tool for washing a car outside. Today, I propose to move directly to the interior of the vehicle, which should be cleaned even more carefully. I will not surprise you with any new gadget or innovative idea. My goal is to explain to the reader as simply and easily as possible how to wash the car interior at home. Wait a minute, I'm sure many of you have as many effective methods in your arsenal as mine. So why don't we together, once and for all, get rid of dirt, dust and stains of various types.

What do you need in self dry cleaning?

How to wash the car interior? Millions of car owners are asking a similar question. The excitement of the majority is quite logical, because inside the car you can find a variety of finishing materials, the cleaning procedure for which can be significantly different from each other. An inexperienced person can easily harm various elements of the interior, however, it is quite possible to avoid damage to expensive upholstery or presentable plastic, the main thing is to know some of the nuances. We will discuss them, moving step by step towards the completion of the general cleaning of the car from the inside. But first, let's define what we need in this business unloved by many drivers.

• Vacuum cleaner and extension cord;
• Brushes of various hardness;
• Microfiber wipes;
• Sponge;
• Foam for carpets like Profoam 4000;
• Profoam 2000 is a universal product suitable for all materials except glass;
• Polish - preferably automobile, but furniture will also do;
• Glass cleaner - I used Fine Glass.

Of course, ideally, the procedure should be accompanied by excellent weather and mood, but this is possible.

Preparatory actions

I can't tell you anything new here, as in any other large-scale cleaning, you need to perform several classic steps.

1. Remove all junk from the passenger compartment and trunk: garbage - in the trash can, things and toys - in the house!
2. Turn off the ignition, or it is better to completely throw off the positive terminal, who knows where the water will end up - it is better to play it safe.
3. Further, everything is the old fashioned way - we take out the rugs from the passenger compartment (it is advisable to carry the garbage on them to the street), wash them with water with the addition of Profoam 2000 and leave them to dry in the sun.
4. Using an extension cord, connect a vacuum cleaner with which you need to collect the maximum amount of debris, dust and other dry contaminants.
5. In advanced cases, it would be nice to first run a damp cloth over the most problematic areas.

Only after completing all the above steps, you can safely proceed directly to the procedure for washing the cabin, while using effective chemicals. Further, with a certain sequence, we will talk about cleaning the main areas of the interior of a modern salon.

Inside roof or ceiling

Let's start, as they say, “from the head,” that is, from the ceiling. Initially divide the ceiling into several sections and cover them with foam one by one. Do it efficiently and without gaps, as the final result of the entire washing process depends to a greater extent on this. When this step is completed, you can rest for a few minutes, it's time for those who smoke to get a cigarette.

Having put out the cigarette butt, feel free to take a microfiber cloth in your hands and start removing dirt, which by this time will come out due to the chemical effect. There is no need to rush, perform movements consistently exclusively in one direction, otherwise damage to the material cannot be avoided. After, let the ceiling dry and check the result. If it was not possible to wash off all the dirt the first time, the procedure is repeated again.

Plastic panels

To make the plastic shine, you need to use the chemical Profoam 2000. But first, be sure to once again go over all the elements of the same material with a damp sponge. So I answered the question how to wash the panel in the car? And now, I will try to tell you how to do it.

• First of all, with the help of a cleaner, we remove obvious stains, after which we wipe the treated area dry.
• Next, we use the substance over the entire area of ​​the existing plastic.
• We wipe textured plastic with a microfiber cloth, and smooth plastic with a regular sponge.

The only problem that may arise at this stage is hard-to-reach places. But turning on the ingenuity, it will be blown away by the wind, because the way out is simple - to apply polish with a brush.

Doors and seats

Just like the ceiling, we open the upholstery of the chair with foam, let the chemicals do their job and wipe everything dry with microfiber. If the stain has stuck to the texture of the fabric, a multi-purpose cleaner must be applied to it. If you understand how to wash the seats, there will be no problems with the door trims: fabric elements - Profoam 4000, plastic - Profoam 2000. But be careful with electrical units, water on their territory will not lead to good. Thank goodness we disconnected the battery.

Home stretch

All we have left is to clean the floor and the luggage compartment ourselves. But I will not even begin to talk about these procedures, since they are completely identical to the previous steps. Glass is another matter, before it would have had to work hard to make them shine, but today special chemistry helps to significantly speed up the process. At the end of our general cleaning, you need to treat the plastic materials with polish and let the car dry (2-6 hours).

I didn’t mention the cleaning of leather materials, but it doesn’t matter. The video below will answer all your questions about this. That's all for me, a neat interior to the salon of your car and see you soon!

Each owner chooses the timing of dry cleaning of the car interior, it all depends on the degree of pollution of the interior elements of the vehicle. But you need to understand that sooner or later the time for general cleaning will come anyway, since ordinary cleaning with a vacuum cleaner will no longer save the situation.

You can dry-clean the salon not only in a car service, but also at home, because the process technology is not as complicated as it seems, the main thing is to use proven means and follow certain rules, which we will talk about further.

What is meant by interior dry cleaning and its types

When dry cleaning the interior, in contrast to ordinary cleaning, special means (auto chemicals) or ordinary mixtures made at home are used (the term dry cleaning in this case can be applied conditionally).

With the help of such products, complex stains are removed. Cleaning is carried out either pointwise, with the impact only on a certain place, or with full processing, including the plastic elements of the interior.

Interior dry cleaning can be:

1. Dry;
2. Wet;
3. Combined.

Dry cleaning is more suitable for removing deposits on soft surfaces in the passenger compartment: seats, headrests and other items covered with fabric, leather and its substitutes, leatherette, car carpets, vinyl, velor, and so on).

For this, car chemicals are used in spray bottles, which are sprayed onto the contaminated place in the form of foam.

The latter, splitting, penetrates deeply into the surface and dissolves the deposits located there and immediately absorbs them into itself. After a while, everything is removed with a clean rag.

Wet interior dry cleaning is more focused on cleaning plastic surfaces: dashboards, door trims, floors, and so on.

In this case, liquid auto chemicals are used, which, after stains are treated, is cleaned with a vacuum cleaner and napkins (clean rags).

The combined method, as a rule, is used for a complete dry cleaning of the interior, when it is planned to clean all the interior elements. The most costly, since it is recommended to use at least two liquid products and in a bottle.

Choosing a remedy

Before proceeding with the dry cleaning of the interior with autochemistry, you need to figure out what material the elements of the vehicle's interior are covered with.

After all, there are both universal compounds and those that are designed for dry cleaning of a certain type of fabric or leather, glass or plastic.

What the market offers

FLECKENWASSER stain remover.

The universal stain remover is suitable for dry cleaning of car interior elements covered with vinyl materials, leather, carpet upholstery, textiles, as well as glass, metal, plastic and plastic. Can be used to clean painted bodies.

Country of origin Germany.

Copes well with glue, wax, ink, varnish, fresh paint, oils, lipstick, tar stains.

Comes on sale in containers of 1 and 10 liters.

APPLICATION... The stain remover does not need to be thinned. For small stains, apply the product with a clean rag or textile napkin, and then wipe it with collective movements.

Heavy deposits are soaked for 3-5 minutes, and then gently scrubbed along the fibers of the fabric using a stiff brush (a toothbrush is recommended) or a sponge. Then you need to walk with a washing vacuum cleaner.

MEHRZWECKREINIGER alkaline universal cleaner.

Quickly, without washing, copes with dirt on leather, plastic, various fabrics, while preventing them from stretching and fading.

Despite the fact that the agent is alkaline with a pH of 12, it contains special components that equalize and stabilize the effect of alkali on the material.

And also, thanks to the additives, there is no need to wash off the dirt with water, it is enough to wipe the place with a clean towel. Does not leave streaks.

It is produced in containers with a volume of 1.11 and 35 liters.

APPLICATION: Dilute the product with water in a ratio of 1:10 and apply to the surface with a sponge. Wait 1 minute and wipe the area with a dry, clean cloth.

If necessary, the cleaned surface is additionally processed with a washing vacuum cleaner.

VERYLUBE from XADO.

Means for dry cleaning of interior with upholstery made of fabric (textiles, carpets, nap and other fabrics). It is not used for cleaning leather products and leather substitutes. Available in a 320 ml bottle.

It well removes stubborn old dirt, greasy and oily stains, greasy areas, straightens the villi, renews the interior appearance, has an antistatic effect.

APPLICATION: Using a spray bottle, the compound is sprayed onto a sponge or soft cloth. The resulting foam is applied to the stain and then removed. For best effect, you can use a medium-hard brush.

Leather conditioner cleaner. Designed for dry cleaning of interior elements made of leather and its substitutes. Country of origin Russia.

The purifier contains natural oils and active additives. Penetrating deeply into the skin, it well removes stubborn dust and dirt, restores softness and appearance.

Available in a 500 ml spray bottle.

APPLICATION: Using a spray bottle, apply liquid to a sponge and wipe off deposits and scuffs with it. To renew the look of the leather and make it soft, it is recommended to treat the entire surface of the product. Dries quickly.

ALLROUNDQUICKSHINE.

Designed for dry cleaning of the car interior - cleaning, washing, preservation of hard surfaces.

They are used for cleaning surfaces made of glass, plastic, chrome-plated parts, products with paint and varnish coatings.

Not intended for cleaning fabrics, leather and other similar materials. Country of origin Germany.

Contains additives that not only clean the surface well, but also preserve it. Available in 0.14 and 0.5 liter containers with trigger.

Removes grease and other stains, does not leave streaks, creates a protective layer.

APPLICATION: the composition is sprayed onto the surface, after waiting from 30 seconds to 1 minute, it is removed with a clean cloth. It is removed from the surface with a slope immediately.

Turtle Wax Interior 1.

Designed for dry cleaning, therefore it is only suitable for cleaning elements covered with vinyl upholstery and other fabrics, as well as carpets. It absorbs unpleasant odors well and freshens the air.

Available in a 500 ml (470 grams) aerosol can with a nebulizer. The cover is made immediately with a brush, which is very convenient. Country of origin USA.

Handles ink, chocolate, grease and other grime. After application, the surface remains dry, despite the abundance of white foam. Unpleasant odors disappear.

APPLICATION: shake the can and spread the foam over the surface. Rub the lather into the fabric with the provided brush, then wipe the surface with a clean rag. Repeat the procedure if necessary.

Meguiars G 18516.

Designed for dry-cleaning leather upholstery, contraindicated for suede products. Available in a 473 ml container with a spray bottle. Country of origin USA, Meguiars brand.

Thanks to the UV filter, it prevents rapid aging, cracking and drying of the skin. Fights well the most difficult deposits.

APPLICATION: shake the can and spread the composition over the surface. It is recommended to test the composition on a small area of ​​the skin before use to find out the reaction.

Rub into the leather upholstery in a circular motion using microfiber, while gradually turning the fabric with the clean side to the surface so that it can be dry cleaned.

Carpet & Interior Cleaner-EU Meguiars.

Designed to remove stains and heavy dirt from interior upholstery, vinyl coverings, seat belts, carpets. Non-toxic and harmless to others. Country of origin USA, Meguiars brand.

Available in 473 ml spray containers.

APPLICATION: Spray the compound onto the surface and leave for half a minute. Using a clean rag, wipe the surface several times, each time with the clean side of the cloth. For difficult stains (chocolate, coffee), repeat the treatment.

Koch Tinten & Kuli-Ex extra.

A powerful stain remover that does an excellent job of spotting stains that other auto chemicals can't.

Cleans fabric, leather, velor, plastic from ballpoint pen paste, ink, paints from jeans and other clothes. It is used for dry cleaning of light leather and fabrics. Contains no toxic halogen hydrocarbons.

Produced in a container with a volume of 250 ml, the country of origin is Germany, the Koch Chemie brand.

APPLICATION: it is forbidden to use the composition in the open sun. Be sure to test the product on hidden upholstery spots before the main use.

Soak the area with the composition and wait 1-2 minutes. Never scrub the treatment area.

Gathering movements along the fibers of the fabric and only with the clean side of the rag, which can be periodically moistened with fresh composition, pass over the surface.

You can use a soft toothbrush to remove deep dirt.

Designed for combined dry cleaning of the interior both manually and using a washing vacuum cleaner. The concentrate is produced in a 5 liter canister.

Effectively removes dirt on upholstery made of velor and other fabrics, leather and its substitutes, plastic and various porous surfaces. Fights unpleasant odors well.

APPLICATION: the composition must be removed from the surface even before drying. Dilution proportions for manual cleaning 1:10 - 1:30. For a washing vacuum cleaner 1: 7 - 1:12.

Using a sponge or a spray bottle, apply Mixon M-760 to the dirty surface, wait half a minute and remove the rest of the composition with a clean microfiber. In severe cases, use a brush.

LAVR Cover Cleaner Fresh Foam.

Inexpensive but effective universal vehicle interior cleaner. It is used for dry cleaning of upholstery made of fabric, artificial leather and interior elements made of plastic. Volume 310 ml. Country of origin Russia, Chelyabinsk.

See other features of LAVR Cover below.

APPLICATION: Shake the can, take a sponge and apply the preparation on it. You need to squeeze and unclench the sponge several times to beat the foam. Apply the composition to the contaminated area. Wait until it is completely dry and scrub the area with a soft brush, then vacuum.

Kangaroo Profoam 2000.

Universal budget cleaner for interior dry cleaning. Well removes strong dirt from fabric and leatherette upholstery, plastic interior elements.

Perfectly fights dirt such as grease stains, sticker and marker marks, removes technical grease, tea, coffee and melted chocolate stains. Not suitable for glass cleaning.

Available as a 600 ml aerosol spray. Country of origin South Korea, brand Kangaroo.

APPLICATION: Shake the can and apply the composition to the contaminated area. Wait 30 seconds and remove with a dry clean cloth.

Other means for dry cleaning of the interior are indicated in the table.

Name	Manufacturer	Textile	Leather	Eco leather	Alcantara	Plastic
Chemical Guys Fabric Clean	Chemical Guys, USA	YES	NO	NO	YES	NO
Auto Magic Fabric and Carpet Cleaner	Auto Magic, USA	YES	NO	NO	YES	NO
Chemical Guys Green Clean	Chemical Guys, USA	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES
POL STAR (care for Alcantara)	Koch, Germany	NO	NO	NO	YES	NO
TOP STAR (plastic care)	Koch, Germany	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES
Plex®Effect Spray 1000 (cloth and velor cleaning)	Sikmo, Russia	YES	NO	NO	YES	NO
TCUC22	GUNK, USA	YES	NO	NO	YES	YES
PLEX WINEX	Sikmo, Russia	YES	YES	YES	YES	YES
Profoam 4000	Kangaroo, Korea	YES	YES	YES	YES	NO
CarLine Inside Protect (for plastic)	CarLine	NO	NO	NO	NO	YES

Try not to use household liquid chemicals for dry-cleaning the interior, as stains remain from it, which are difficult to get rid of later. And the most interesting thing is that stains may appear later, after a certain time after the composition has dried.

Homemade compositions

You can make your own interior cleaner, we will give the recipes below, but the effect of them is much lower than that of auto chemistry, and it is difficult to call it dry cleaning.

But on the other hand, natural formulations are cheap and safe for health, and they cope well with simple pollution.

For example, with lipstick and ink, if they, of course, are not three days old, ethyl alcohol is a good idea to cope with.

Baking soda will help get rid of traces of tea and coffee, and this is a common problem for car owners, it is enough to sprinkle soda on a rag soaked in water and treat the contaminated area.

Another way to deal with coffee and tea stains is to mix 1 to 1 water with 9% vinegar and treat the area or apply 10% ammonia.

For stains left by alcohol (wine), you can try to get rid of vinegar solution (1 tablespoon of 9% vinegar per 200 ml of water).

Methods and recipes for interior cleaning compositions

Method 1... You will need - a glass of highly carbonated mineral water, 200 ml of liquid soap, a glass of 9% vinegar.

All components are mixed, and the resulting liquid is poured into a container with a spray.

Spray the compound on a surface previously cleaned from dust and wait at least 5 minutes. Use a brush and clean rags to clean.

Method 2... You will need half a liter of clean water, dishwashing detergent (Gala, Fairy, etc.) - 1 teaspoon, 9% vinegar - 60-70 ml, baking soda - 40-50 grams.

Everything is mixed and the resulting composition is applied with a brush to the contaminated area. Remove stains with smooth movements along the fibers of the fabric.

Method 3... Dissolve laundry soap in slightly warmed water. As a rule, 50-100 grams of soap is taken for 1 liter of water, depending on the complexity of the pollution. There should be no lumps.

Foam the solution and apply with a brush. Wait two minutes and remove the compound with a clean brush dampened in water and a dry cloth.

This method is not suitable for all materials, especially for velvet, because diluted laundry soap is an aggressive solvent.

At rest, this solvent is harmless to the fabric, but in the process of using the brush (and without it there is nothing), the structure of the fabric is disturbed and after a while the latter will have to be changed. Use this method only as a last resort.

Method 4... Suitable for vinyl seats. To 450 ml of cold water, add 1 tablespoon of ammonia and half a teaspoon of dishwashing liquid. You can change the concentration, experiment.

Mix everything and pour into a spray bottle. Apply to stain and wait at least 5 minutes. Wipe the area with a damp, clean cloth.

Method 5... Take 1 tbsp. spoon of meat softener and mix it with 1 tbsp. spoon of cold water. The ratio is 1: 1. Apply the composition to the stain. After 1 hour, remove everything with a cloth soaked in water.

Removing blood stains

Use the following methods to remove a fresh blood stain:

1. Add 1 tbsp to 200 ml of cold water. a spoonful of salt. Mix, pour into a spray bottle and treat the stain. Wipe the area with a clean damp cloth;
2. While the blood is still wet, dampen the stain with cold water and starch. If there is no starch, then just water. The blood can then be washed off with any available cleaning or detergent;
3. Add 1 aspirin tablet and 50 grams of baking soda to 100 ml of water. Mix everything and brush over the stain. Remove after a while with a clean cloth.

To remove already frozen blood, many drivers used Karcher washing powder, there are many positive reviews, so try it.

To remove caked blood stains on leather upholstery:

1. Take 20 ml lemon juice and 10 ml tartar sauce, mix and apply to the stain. Wait at least 10 minutes and wipe off with a damp cloth. Treat your skin with a special conditioner;
2. V? part of a tablespoon of liquid soap, add a little cold water. Apply on the stain and wait at least 5 minutes. Wipe the area with a cloth soaked in cold water and then wipe dry. Use a skin conditioner.

Simple ways

For quick cleaning of interior elements, you can apply:

1. Cleaning of plastic - sanitary napkins or napkins for LCD monitors;
2. Cleaning of plastic and fabric - pure vodka;
3. Artificial leather - Gala, Fairy and other household products;
4. Cloth Cleaner - Carpet cleaner.

Do not treat leather upholstery with alkaline compounds such as baking soda.

Use only cold or slightly warm water, warm and hot water must not be used.

Do-it-yourself dry cleaning

The sequence of work depends on the auto chemistry that will be involved, but professionals have already worked out a certain algorithm of actions for a complete dry cleaning of the salon.

But first you need to prepare the appropriate auto chemistry. Below, as an option, a list of budgetary funds is proposed, with the help of which you can do a complete dry cleaning of the car interior yourself.

You can use other autochemistry, but its purpose should be the same.

1. Foam cloth cleaner Profoam 4000;
2. Universal cleaner for dry cleaning of any surfaces except glass - Profoam 2000;
3. Glass cleaner Fine Glass;
4. Finishing polish - Leather & Tire Wax.

Algorithm of actions:

1. Cleaning should be carried out in warm, clear weather so that the drying time of the interior is minimal;
2. Turn off the ignition and turn off the radio, or better, remove the negative terminal from the battery, we do not need short circuits;
3. Remove all rugs and vacuum the interior;
4. For the best work quality, remove the seats (recommended);
5. Dry cleaning should be started from the ceiling, for this divide it into imaginary 4 zones. The Profoam 4000, which we mentioned above, is perfect for this task. Cover the selected area with foam completely, leaving no gaps.
6. Next, we move on to dry cleaning the front panel. We treat the windshield with soapy water to protect it. We put Profoam 2000 on a sponge and carefully process the surface of the panel around the radio, preventing the liquid from leaking inside.
   Using a cleaner such as Kangaroo Fine Glass, we clean up the side and windshields. If the glass is tinted, then use ammonia-free products, as the latter will give the tinting a purple tint. In order to clean the air ducts, spray Leather & Tire Wax or any other analogue directly into them and blow with an ordinary household compressor.
   
7. Then, with the help of Profoam 4000 and 2000, we carry out dry cleaning of rugs and floor coverings. Use rags and brushes as an option, depending on the degree of dirt.
   
8. The final touch is to polish the plastic surfaces. To do this, you can use Leather & Tire Wax polish or any other analogue.
9. Next comes the drying stage, which will take from 2 to 6 hours.

Preventive measures

To do less self-cleaning of the interior and not spend money on car services, purchase thick seat covers.

This will not completely save the situation, but it is the seats that are the most polluted place in the car.

It's easier to take off the covers and wash them in a typewriter once every 3-4 years, or even less often, than to stuff various auto chemicals into the salon in the same period, and then breathe it. This is especially true for allergy sufferers.

The appearance of the car is an important element of the owner's image. You can dry-clean the car's interior at the car wash, but why spend money if you can wash everything yourself. You just need to buy the necessary equipment and select special chemicals. It is much more pleasant to wash the car interior with your own hands. In addition, there are many care formulations that do not require the purchase of professional equipment.

Preparing for the procedure

The first step is preparing the machine for cleaning. To carry out high-quality dry cleaning of the car interior yourself at home, you need to remove all unnecessary items.

Preparatory stage:

1. Vehicle put in the shade.
2. Turn off the car engine to prevent the electrical wiring from closing if it looks out somewhere in the passenger compartment.
3. Take some trash bags. Put the things to be discarded into one. In others, remove all items from the glove compartment, in the third - everything that is in the trunk. Remove things from the back wall and send the covers to the wash.
4. Put away rugs, they are washed separately. Use a soapy solution and a foam sponge.
5. If there is time, dismantle the frontand rear seats... A lot of dirt collects under them, it is more convenient to clean them outside.
6. Wipe all surfaces from dust so that it does not scratch the expensive coating when using chemicals.

The preparation is carried out to simplify the cleaning of the car and speed up the cleaning, as well as to identify the places where dirt accumulates most.

What equipment is used

Do-it-yourself high-quality and efficient interior cleaning possible only under certain conditions, the use of professional formulations and the use of suitable equipment.

What you need inside:

1. Ordinary or washing vacuum cleaner. It is good if the technique combines two types of cleaning. Pick a good model, especially, if there are small children and long-haired Pets.
2. Trigger (spray) buy foam with pressure build-up function.
3. You will need an ordinary rag, a piece of foam rubber or a kitchen sponge, microfiber napkins.
4. A hard sponge will come in handy, and it will wipe dirt off the floor and seats well. They buy several at once.
5. Protective equipment - gloves, respirator (if toxic drugs are used) and glasses.
6. Automotive chemicals are selected depending on what material the seats have (fabric or leather), what stains need to be removed in the cabin. Separately, they buy interior dry cleaning products to wash plastic, ceiling and glass.

Removal of contaminants is carried out according to the standard scheme, it can be changed. But the step-by-step cleaning of the car dealership will greatly facilitate the task.

Step-by-step removal of contaminants

Do-it-yourself dry cleaning of the car interior - lesson uncomplicated , any kind of contamination is removed in the process. The harder it is to find the right cleaning agent. To each the type of pollution requires a special approach and a certain group of substances.

How to dry-clean your salon? To effectively wash the car and at the same time not to stain the already clean surfaces, proceed according to the proposed plan. Namely, they start from the ceiling and end with glasses.

Cleaning the car interior begins with the use of a vacuum cleaner. They pass them over all surfaces, remove the main dust from the seats, floorboards and rear shelf. Vacuuming inside the glove compartment, near the automatic transmission, under the seats and in armrests.

The roof is the most problematic part. Wash her out not difficult , it is harder to keep your hands up, get tired quickly.

As a rule, leather, leatherette or fleecy fabric is used as a material for the ceiling. Therefore, cleaning products are bought according to the material.

You can make a DIY car cleaner. It's cheaper and won't hurt the ceiling for sure.

How to clean the ceiling in a car:

1. Laundry soap is used in the salon to clean this part. Take a brush of suitable hardness, rub it well. Cleaning the entire ceilingwashed with clean water.
2. Auto chemistry will do. For example, any skin care product, if the ceiling is made of such material. A good set is Leather Care Kit Blister. It includes a leather cleaner, a sunscreen, a sponge, a soft cloth, a brush, and a bottle of foaming agent. This set is enough for the whole year, if you take into account, that the chemical cleaning of the machine inside is carried out only 3 times. Before the first use, the products are tested on an inconspicuous area.
3. It will be more difficult to clean the car upholstery if it is fluffy. The brush cannot be used.The ceiling will be disheveled... Optimal option - special chemicals and microfiber napkins or (washing vacuum cleaner).

You need to be careful with cleaning agents. Stores can advise on strong remedies that can damage the ceiling. To clean it well, experienced drivers use Vanish. This stain remover works wonders. It will save the ceiling from oil and oil stains if there are pencil marks or sticky dirt.

Plastic panels

This material is usually used for making instrument panel , in some machines, parts of the door cards are made of plastic. This durable and, simultaneously , lightweight material tends to get dirty and become brittle. To prevent this from happening, you need to properly care for him.

To clean the interior of plastic, the following compositions are made:

1. Diluted in 1 liter of warm water and 1 tbsp. l. shampoo for the head. This removes dirt from the plastic panels.
2. Mix soda with water until a thick slurry. Apply to oily places, leave for 10 minutes, clean with a cloth, completely wash the dashboard.

The best cleaning agent for car interiors, where there are plastic panels, is a special chemistry. It works faster, washes out dirt better. Buy plastic wipes or Mafra compound. Both products are good for cleaning plastic elements, they are designed specifically for this material.

Seats

The seats are the worst contaminated during operation. Spilled tea accidental falling ice cream and other troubles can happen on the road.

Self-cleaning of the seats is carried out using professional compounds. A vacuum cleaner and wet rags are powerless against stubborn dirt and stains. They remove only part of the dirt.

Tissue

Buy a DIY car interior cleaner from a store.

To clean fabric upholstery, buy one of these products:

1. Liqui Moly Polster-Schaum-Reiniger. The foam gently removes any dirt. Suitable for covers and even carpets. It does not leave dirty smudges and restores its original color. Shake a can of cleaner, spray, leave for 5 minutes, brush, rinse.
2. Tuff Stuff creates an active foam that removes dust, smudges and grime. The product does not change the color of the panels and seats. Shake the bottle vigorously, apply the composition to a cloth, wait 40 minutes, remove the remnants with a damp cloth.
3. Gunk is a foamy interior cleaner. The composition is not absorbed into the seat filling, does not run off, which allows processing vertical elements. They also clean plastic parts. Apply the product from a distance of 20 cm, remove after 1 minute.
4. Profoam 3000 is a super interior cleaner. Removes any dirt quickly. Profoam 3000 removes stains from lipstick, wine, paint, grease and oil. It is easy to use and inexpensive.

It is not necessary to use chemical compounds for fabric upholstery. You can prepare the product yourself.

Leather

Caring for the leather interior of a used or new car is no different. For this, cleaners, polishes and protective compounds are used. For cleaning the skin, it is better to give preference to industrial products. They are designed in such a way that they will not harm expensive upholstery, but on the contraryimprove its qualities.

What means can you take care of your leather interior:

1. Doctor Wax. Air conditioner cleans up leather upholstery, vinyl upholstery and protects from drying out and cracking. Doctor Wax is used at positive temperatures. Wait before use., until the machine cools down. Shake the can, distribute the composition with a soft cloth. Wipe the surface after a minute. Then polish with a clean cloth until a shine is obtained. You do not need to wash it off. In addition, the interior will smell good.
2. Tanner's Preserve (USA) easily and reliably cleans leather surfaces. The composition gives the upholstery a well-groomed look, restores color.
3. Astro Him is an effective means for dry cleaning of car interiors. Removes dirt from cracks. Astro Him contains substances removing old pollution. After cleaning with this product, you can sit on the seats immediately. It does not leave greasy marks, it is quickly absorbed.

To extend the life of leather seats and keep their original appearance, they do not use abrasive compounds, as well as those not intended for this material.

Be careful. The compositions themselves do not harm the material, but it is quite possible with a hard washcloth. Use only soft cloths.

Use professional equipment for cleaning upholstery, minimize the transportation of sharp and cutting agents. The leather absorbs odors quickly so you don't have to search - don't smoke in the car. Only such an attitude to the upholstery will save it from damage.

Different. The following compositions are used for cleaning the material: Profoam 2000, Autosol, PRO Line, Facile from the Gold Line series. Eco-leather upholstery and covers are durable and look rich. It would be nice to buy a protective agent and polish for the detergent composition. The cleaned coating is first treated with polish. Then protection is applied.

Door cards

Having finished cleaning the seats, they move on to washing the door cards. The tool is chosen depending on the quality and type of material. Door cards can be made from leather, plastic or fabric. Usually the material is the same as on the seats. Clean you can use the same compositions.

Floor

You will need professional equipment to remove dirt from the floor. For example, a karcher or a washing vacuum cleaner. First remove the dirt with a vacuum cleaner, then wash the floors with detergents. Ordinary dish soap will do.

Textile details are tidied up with the same compounds that were used for the ceiling. The car floor gets dirty stronger than the seat. If nessesary, use soda, citric acid, vinegar, laundry soap and other compounds that can wipe off stains.

Glass

The general cleaning of the car comes to the end with washing of windows. Compositions that are usually used at home are not suitable here. Special compositions are sold for washing car windows. They are produced by manufacturers Hi-Gear, Kangaroo, Sonax.

How is dry processing done?

Dry cleaning of leather car interiors involves the use of cleaning agents in volatile solvents. The cleaning sequence is the same, the detergents are different.

Surface dry cleaning... It is carried out, when you need to freshen the seats, or, when there is no time for general cleaning. For example, greasy stains sprinkle salt, soda, flour or starch. Leave for 10 minutes, shake off powder. Do not use water for dry cleaning. The whole process is carried out using cleaning compounds that do not need to be washed off.

Dry cleaning is done 2-3 times a year. Compositions and equipment are purchased of high quality, possibly, they will still come in handy. If you don't want to clean it yourself, you can always go to the car wash.