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Look up how to clean suede, it'll be a similar process for alcantara. Though alcantara may be a bit easier to clean. Since it's synthetic, you might get away with using harsher cleaners on it... I would use a suede brush, like this one, every day or so to keep it maintained. Because once it gets matted and stained, it's a real PIA to clean. Actually, in my experience, suede is impossible to clean. 5 years ago, I was wearing suede slip-on shoes everyday. Once they got wet from the rain, they would get matted and stained, and I was never able to get them back to normal. Despite spending a ton of time trying many different methods. Since then I've stayed away from the material. There are forum posts of people on the internet I've seen who have managed to restore their alcantara armrests and such to pretty good condition. However, they also say it took 8-10hrs to do. Not something I wanna spend my time on. So yea, my recommendation is to brush your wheel frequently enough to avoid intense matting and staining. Because once that happens... good luck. https://www.amazon.com/Shacke-Suede-.../dp/B00IIFFEPU |
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It’s very simple. Take a warm lightly soapy (dawn) scruffy washcloth and clean it up. Use a lightly damp washcloth without soap to remove any residue and let dry. It will bring back the nap and look like new. Try to drive with clean hands to prolong the interval required to clean it.
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12-17-2019, 08:10 PM | #4 |
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I've been using this stuff for the last couple of years, works like a charm..
AUDI Alcantara Cleaner 8oz https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MHKYXP1..._CRy-DbMFKA8N4 |
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Use a suede protectant spray after cleaning it like Allen Edmonds', Tarrago Nano Protector, or Saphir Super Invulner. They prevent things from sticking to the alcantara better and allow you to go longer between cleanings.
Alcantara needs to be shampoo'd twice a year IME.
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I have the same wheel and I second the Sonax route. I do mine every 2 months or so. It really does lift dirt and feels cleaner when dry. Do it when you won't be driving the car for a few hours to give it a chance to dry. Parking in the sun will speed up the drying if you can find any this time of year.
I find the best way to apply the Sonax foam is with my hands and fingers (clean, of course). That makes it super easy to ensure you're getting all the spots where your hands touch the most often. I was initially skeptical of this stuff but ended up being pretty impressed. Good luck.
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I dunno... My wife yells at me when I come home with muddy boots, and that seems to work to keep my boots clean. So imma see if yelling at my alcatara has the same effect. Probably a better way to maintain it than harsh chemicals.
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Haha I don't got a wife to yell at my Alcantara so don't think that'll work :
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