Inside – Interior Care
The Inside – Interior Care hub covers everything to keep your cabin clean, comfortable and streak-free. Add freshness with Air Fresheners, protect dashboards using Plastics, Cockpit solutions, and maintain hides with Leather Upholstery products. The right chemistry and tools deliver safe, consistent results.
Brief summary + key benefits
The Inside – Interior Care category brings together cleaning, care, protection and fragrance for the whole cabin. Plastics, leather and fabrics require different chemistries; using task-specific products keeps materials healthy and the cabin pleasant. A sensible routine—dusting, material-specific cleaning, protection (UV/soil repellency) and measured scenting—delivers consistent, professional results.
Technical Basics
Plastics & screens: most parts are ABS/PP with PU coatings. pH-balanced cleaners avoid leaching plasticisers. Water-based polymer/silicone dressings provide matte–satin finishes and often include UV stabilisers. Use screen-safe formulas and soft microfibre towels on infotainment displays.
Leather: modern cabins primarily use pigmented leather (PU top-coat). Pair gentle cleaners with light conditioners and a matte protectant to resist dye transfer and abrasion. Aniline/semi-aniline hides are more sensitive and need milder chemistry.
Fabrics: surfactant systems emulsify soils; foams minimise wetting, while concentrates suit extraction. Persistent odours respond well to enzymatic neutralisers. Fluorine-free textile protectors create a water/soil-repellent film that eases future cleaning.
Fragrance: sprays refresh instantly; can/gel types give long, adjustable diffusion. Ventilate and dose lightly, especially with scent-sensitive passengers.
Selection Criteria
Surface targeting: plastics need pH-balanced cleaners and matte/satin dressings; leather benefits from a gentle cleaner, conditioner and matte protection; fabrics pair with foams or extraction-friendly concentrates plus a textile protector. Usage pattern: daily drivers favour fast-evaporating cleaners and non-slip finishes. Environment: strong sun calls for higher UV focus; wet climates benefit from repellency.
Comfort & health: choose milder scents and lower-VOC options for sensitive occupants. Budget: quality chemistry lasts longer and works faster—less product, better outcome.
Helpful subcategories: Leather Upholstery, Fabric Upholstery.
Installation & Maintenance
Workflow: dust with a brush and microfibre → material-specific clean (panel by panel) → apply thin protection → add scent sparingly. Spray onto the towel—not electronics. Allow leather to dry before protection; ensure fabrics dry fully to avoid musty odours. Safety: avoid slick dressings on steering wheels and pedals.
Intervals: weekly dusting, interior cleaning every 2–4 weeks, protection/impregnation every 2–3 months, more often for heavy use. During deep cleans, rotate pads/towels and ventilate well.
FAQ
How do I avoid streaks on screens? Use screen-safe cleaners with a soft microfibre and work in shaded conditions.
Why is my leather shiny? Oil build-up and abrasion—deep clean and finish with a matte protectant.
Can I use a universal APC for everything? No. Diluted APC can work on plastics, but leather and screens require dedicated formulas.
Best way to keep the cabin fresh? Regular cleaning plus Air Fresheners used sparingly; treat persistent odours at the source first.
When should I apply fabric protector? After every major clean; it’s especially helpful on light interiors.
