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Upholstery maintenance

Here are some simple things to keep in mind when cleaning the upholstery and carpets inside your vehicle.

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  • Keep water to a minimum. Once water is absorbed by the carpets and fabrics, they can cause rust on the car’s flooring. These can also cause nasty odors if left unattended. Should you get a carpet too wet, you can use a hair dryer to dry the surface quickly. You should use spray-on cleaners that dries to powder and then just vacuum off the powder. You can also use quick-drying carpet cleaning products offered in the market.
  • Use conditioners to keep the carpets looking like new and to give them added protection. These conditioners also keep carpets smelling nice too.
  • You can also use floor mats to protect your car’s carpets.
  • Keep the fabric away from the sun. The sun’s UV rays can cause fading on the interior’s fabric.

So, those are some tips that you can follow when it comes to the maintenance of your car’s fabrics.

Info from:

Auto Repair for Dummies by Deanna Sclar

Image from:

http://bumpertechs.com/category/auto-carpet-dying/

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