Cleaning vinyl

[acmsb]

Hi guys

I have a Morris Traveller (1969) and I'm giving her some TLC. The seats are the original but are (predictably) somewhat worn and stained. I can't afford re-upholstery and I want to keep the orginal seats anyway, so was hoping that a bloody good scrub and clean would help. Can anyone recommend any good cleaning materials/techniques/or tips which might help?

Thank you!

Alex

[rjt1951]

Hi, There are lots of threads on the site regarding this but I have found the following works well. Warm water with a generous splash of vanish. Use a nail brush to work it well into the grain then leave for a few moments. Wipe off with a micro fibre cloth and repeat if required. Good luck

[SteveClem]

Cilit Bang is good. Despite the stupid name and adverts.

[1000179]

Kitchen spray works well

[The vast minority]

I put mine in the washing machine and they came up very well.

[acmsb]

Hi guys

That's really helpful thanks!

The vast minority - how did you get yours in the washing machine?

Alex

[johngrigg]

I have always used a product called Dissol which works well.Dont know if you can get it in the UK though....

[firedrake1942]

Think he either a) has an industrial size washing machine or b) rather more likely he took the covers off, it isn't difficult! There is a post here or on line somewhere with a step by step guide !

[irmscher]

Try Astonish a brilliant cleaner for vinyl .

[Blaketon]

I find that stubborn deposits can be shifted with a clean rag and spirit wipe (Also called pre paint wipe or panel wipe). Note this is not white spirit and certainly not thinners!

[irmscher]

I have also used them and very useful I think B&Q sell them still

[The vast minority]

Hi guys

That's really helpful thanks!

The vast minority - how did you get yours in the washing machine?

Alex

I took off the covers, its very easy indeed