How to Install Alcantara Suede In Your Car
Faux suede is fake synthetic stuff that wears out easily. Alcantara is real leather that wears out slightly less easily and in a different way.
Neither are a particularly good choice for a car interior, except to look good. The same way you probably wouldn't want to use a pair of Loakes to go rambling in the forest
There are times when it’s important to know if you have real leather suede or Alcantara / synthetic micro-suede, and steam cleaning is one of those times. Do NOT steam clean Alcantara. However, steam is used by some on suede, but caution should be used.
Stain Removal
The Alcantara website notes, “Act immediately (within 30 minutes) and begin treating the stain from the outside edge into the center in order to avoid the stain spreading.”
Remove Loose or Excess Debris
To begin, you must remove excess and loose debris before you can remove the stain. Work in small areas and move from the outside into the center to avoid spreading the stain. Cloths, sponges, paper towels, and a vacuum cleaner can be used.
For thicker materials like ice cream, ketchup, or yogurt, you can use a plastic spoon, credit card, or plastic scraper.
Be gentle and guard against damaging the fragile texture driving the stain deeper. And make sure all of the excess substance is removed before proceeding.
Select a Fabric Cleaner
A good rule to follow is that if you are using a cleaner for the first time, even if the label states it is safe for suede or Alcantara, do a small test in an inconspicuous place.
Make sure the cleaner will not stain or damage your fabric before applying it to those highly visible areas!
