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If you\u2019re looking to by a new car, one of the most important things to consider, aside from practicality, safety, and exterior looks, is its interior.\u00a0 The interior is important because this is going to be where you spend most of your time with your new car. \u00a0You are going to want it to look great and feel comfortable, so, obviously, the seats are massively important.\u00a0 Here are the types of seating materials and a bit of info on each type so that you may be better informed when it\u2019s time for your new upgrade.<\/p>\n
Nylon Car Seats<\/p>\n
If the car has fabric seats, then it is more than likely going to be nylon or polyester material. \u00a0Nylon is one of the most common car seat materials that car upholsterers use, and you\u2019ll often find it trimming the base and lower trims of the particular model of car that you are looking to buy.\u00a0 Nylon has very good durability and is also resistant to heat.\u00a0 Because of its stretchability, the seats can also be quite comfortable to sit in, but essentially the comfort comes down to how the car manufacturer has designed the seat\u2019s internals.\u00a0 Nylon materials aren\u2019t that expensive to produce, so car manufacturers like to use this lower cost material.\u00a0 A good vacuum cleaner with a soft-bristled brush easily tidies them up and, if a spill occurs, the nylon can be cleaned relatively easily with warm soapy water or a decent upholstery shampoo.\u00a0 Nylon is porous, so what gets spilled on the seats can work into the cushion structure.<\/p>\n
Vinyl Car Seats<\/p>\n
Vinyl is also commonly used in car seat upholstery and it is also quite affordable to use in car manufacturing.\u00a0 Vinyl is very easy to clean and maintain and it also mimics leather in its looks.\u00a0 Vinyl is not very porous either, so dirt and dust doesn\u2019t easily make its way into the seat\u2019s internals.\u00a0 You can usually just wipe the vinyl upholstery with a damp cloth in order to clean it effectively.\u00a0 It also vacuums easily.\u00a0 Vinyl will get hot in the summer, so darker colours will absorb the heat and transfer the heat very quickly onto your bum \u2013 you have been warned!<\/p>\n
Leather Seats<\/p>\n
Leather upholstery is what you will find in premium models.\u00a0 It is an expensive material to use and looks amazing.\u00a0 Leather is a porous material and also stays cooler in the summer than its cheaper vinyl cousin. \u00a0One of the drawbacks of leather upholstery is it does require the correct cleaning and maintenance products.\u00a0 If the wrong products are used, then the leather will fade and harden.\u00a0 Salt and leather don\u2019t go well together \u2013 often a forgotten fact as people jump back onto the leather seats in wet togs after a swim at the beach. \u00a0Leather is a tough material and therefore durable, however when it does get damaged (e.g., damage caused by sharp objects or salt) it can be difficult to fix.<\/p>\n
Faux Leather Car Seats<\/p>\n
Faux leather or artificial leather is a commonly used material in modern vehicles.\u00a0 It looks classy but is less expensive than the real thing.\u00a0 Faux leather is also easy to clean and waterproof but doesn\u2019t breathe like standard leather and can also get hot in the summer!<\/p>\n
Alcantara Car Seats<\/p>\n
Alcantara is a suede-like car seat material that is made from 68% polyester and 32% polyurethane.\u00a0 Alcantara is a premium material, very durable and looks amazing.\u00a0 It is also expensive, gets dirty relatively quickly, and can fade quickly.<\/p>\n
Polyester Car Seats<\/p>\n
Polyester is a material called microsuede, and it looks and feels similar to normal suede.\u00a0 It is also similar to Alcantara.\u00a0 Polyester is a cheaper alternative to Alcantara and is comfortable.\u00a0 It isn\u2019t considered quite as premium as Alcantara because it is not that easy to clean, and it is a fabric prone to picking up the dirt quite easily. \u00a0You have to gently use a soft fabric cleaner with a damp cloth to clean the seats otherwise it can damage.\u00a0 Water and other liquids also stain the fabric quite easily.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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