Fabric Protector

[Lit'l Cat]

Recently purchased 2009 XLE

I'm worried about the fabric getting dirty.

Any good protectants I should use? (ie scotchguard etc...)

Thanks.

-Lit'l Cat

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Seat covers are your best bet.

[cegusman]

I sprayed the whole interior with scotchguard. Saved my seats and carpet all ready, daughters lid on her sippy cup came off and apple juice went everywhere. Nothing soaked in and was easily wiped up.

[mattleegee]

I bought scotchguard also but it smells out of the can so i havent sprayed it yet, waiting for new car smell to dissapear first

[Lit'l Cat]

Just 'normal' scotchguard or is there a special car one.

Also - did you just spray it all over just like on a piece of furniture?

[cegusman]

Smells out of the can but after spraying the car the smell didn't last long maybe 5-10 mins

[cegusman]

Originally Posted by Lit'l Cat

Just 'normal' scotchguard or is there a special car one.

Also - did you just spray it all over just like on a piece of furniture?

Bought the scotchgaurd for cars, in the auto dept at walmart. Was the same price as the regular one. sprayed it everywhere in the car, but tried to keep it off of any plastic. Where it did get on the plastic it wiped right off.

[Cooper S]

I have heard that scotchguard is bad for the foam thats in automotive seats....turns it hard.

[cegusman]

You don't spay so much down that it soaks to the foam. All you want thin layer on top of the fabric so that spills will be suspended and easier to wipe off.

[Cooper S]

Originally Posted by cegusman

You don't spay so much down that it soaks to the foam. All you want thin layer on top of the fabric so that spills will be suspended and easier to wipe off.

I use to work in the furniture industry so I went with a furniture grade protectant which does not harm the foam or anything no matter how much you put on. A company or someone who specializes in automotive detail work will steer you clear of scotchguard.

[Lit'l Cat]

Originally Posted by Cooper S

I use to work in the furniture industry so I went with a furniture grade protectant which does not harm the foam or anything no matter how much you put on. A company or someone who specializes in automotive detail work will steer you clear of scotchguard.

What product did you use? Where can I purchase it?