How to protect suede

[arihfaber]

Anybody thinking about putting on something to protect the synthetic suede inserts? I'm getting the orchid interior and want it to last.

 

[clayish]

Have not looked into it specifically, but the dealer put on some sort of fabric protector and are "warrantying it for 10 years" I trust it for now.

 

[Decks515]

I was looking at chemical guys hydroleather since it's synthetic suede and synthetic leather that should be good. Will need to wait until I get mine to test the underside of a seat to make sure it doesn't discolor it

 

[solman]

I was thinking using Scotchguard but have not had a chance to test it out yet.
I will spray a small inconspicuous spot to see f it discolors or darkens the finish.

 

[ken_r34]

hypothetically you could use waterproofing spray like the stuff people use to repel water/stains on shoes.

 

[Linas19]

Sitting naked on suede has been claimed to prolong its life.

 

[Integra23]

Sitting naked on suede has been claimed to prolong its life.

I have been doing that since day one.

 

[aalekseyy]

maybe advise the specific name of the spray or cream for protection

 

[Escobar929]

This is what I’ve been using for some time on my other car that has lots of Alcantara

https://www.detailedimage.com/Sonax-M49/Upholstery-Alcantara-Cleaner-P1309/250-ml-S1/

think you can find it on Amazon for slightly cheaper