Car Upholstery Cleaning – DIY With Cheap and Simple Home Remedies

Common issues when cleaning car upholstery

One common misconception about upholstery cleaning is that more water will result in better results. It is not true. More water does not necessarily mean better stain removal. Moisture can cause damage to the fabric and leave the interior of your car with a musty or dumpy smell. It is important to not let water get on metal parts of the seat, such as zippers. This could lead to rust and other stains that will need to be dealt with. Keeping these points in mind, here are some home remedies for cleaning your car’s upholstery.

Remove odours from your car’s interior

Car upholstery can absorb stains and odors. The first step in cleaning car seats is to remove the odor.

5 steps to remove odours from your car’s interior:

STEP1: Fill 2 bowls with white wine.

STEP 2 – Place one bowl on your car’s dashboard and another on your back seat for the night.

STEP 3 – Close all windows and doors. Leave the bowls in place for the night. All odors should be removed from the vehicle by using white vinegar.

STEP4: Take out the vinegar bowls in the morning. Leave the car doors and windows unlocked as soon as the vinegar smell disappears.

STEP5 (optional). The final step is to thoroughly vacuum your car’s upholstery and take inventory of any stains as it is aired.

Remove stains from car upholstery

You will need to prepare these two homemade cleaning products before starting the stain removal process.

The first part of cleaning will require

• 1/4 cup baking soda
• 1 cup warm water

Combine the baking soda with the water, and you are ready to go for the second part.

The second part of cleaning is

• Warm water
• Use a few drops of dish detergent to get the job done.
• Infuse 1/4 cup vinegar
• A spray bottle

In a spray bottle, combine the warm water, a few drops of dish detergent, and 1/4 cup vinegar. Mix the ingredients well in a spray bottle. Let it sit for five minutes before you let it set.

Now we can start cleaning the car’s upholstery.

STEP1: Use your toothbrush to apply the baking soda/water solution to any stains on your upholstery. Leave the solution for at least 30 minutes to penetrate the stain. This is a great cleaning method for stubborn stains like ketchup or coffee.

STEP2: After half an hour, use a dry towel to remove the baking soda and water stains. Before moving on to the next step of the car upholstery cleaning process, ensure that the liquid is as absorbent as possible.

STEP 3 Using the detergent, water, and vinegar mixture, spray the upholstery from the front to the back.

STEP4: Spray the seats with a sprayer and gently apply the solution with a stiff-bristled comb.

STEP5: Allow the mixture to rest for 15 minutes, dry the towels and absorb any excess moisture.

STEP6: To get rid of any odors, air the car. For the remainder of the day, you may want to keep all windows and doors open so the smell doesn’t worsen.

There are other options for car upholstery cleaning

Baby wipes – These are surprisingly effective for cleaning car upholstery. You don’t need to use soap and water to clean car seats. Baby wipes can be used to get rid of most stains. They are safe for sensitive skin and people with allergies and small children.

Dry cleaning cloths – Dry cleaning cloths like Dryel are great for cleaning car upholstery. These cloths are easy to find and effective in cleaning car upholstery. Dryel and other dry cleaning cloth brands leave your car smelling amazing.

Club Soda – club soda is another excellent stain remover that you should consider. This is especially useful for removing vomit stains from car upholstery. Club soda is inexpensive and easy to find. It can be used for a thorough clean at a fraction the cost. Baking soda mixed with water can also clean car upholstery and remove stubborn stains.

Clear ammonia ( This mixture of ammonia and water can brighten the carpet’s color. The carpets’ color may fade over time. This combination can restore the color and keep the carpets looking beautiful even after years of use.