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Old Jul 23, 2010 | 01:01 PM
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steam cleaning seats?

Has anyone tried to steam clean the seats?
Old Jul 24, 2010 | 10:46 AM
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No, I added seatcovers before any stains..

Not sure if that would be safe or not ?
Old Jul 27, 2010 | 10:24 AM
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Yes, I've done it myself with my Hoover Steam Vac AND had a professional detailer do it. Here's what I've learned: I have a grey interior which shows water spots really bad. So, if you are going to clean the seats do the ENTIRE (top and sides) cushion or seat at once, not just part of it. If you do part of the seat you'll get a dark, wavy line where the edge of the water was.
Old Jul 29, 2010 | 01:06 PM
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Thanks for the advice...Sleeper I have seat covers but the spill went through it. Trying to get it out now before it sets in.
Old Jul 30, 2010 | 07:55 AM
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Here's what I prefer to do. When you get your house carpets cleaned. Pay the guy an extra $20 to do your car. Seat and floors don't take that long with their wonds. Plus it dreis faster with their steam vs the home style that just uses hot water.
Old Jul 30, 2010 | 11:03 AM
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we have had the interior steam cleaned twice... once for a break-in ( I felt better having the interior cleaned to help remove the broken glass) and once (just having the car for 2 years)

No staining either time.. if you do it, now is the time since the ambient heat will help dry out the car
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