Our lives have come to rely on our cars almost indefinitely. They take us to school, work, and back home again. They allow us to get where we need to go quickly, and with minimal effort. Because we spend so much time in our vehicles, it only makes sense that the upholstery would quickly start wearing out. How do you prevent it from wearing out so fast? Here are a few tips on keeping your upholstery looking nice and in good shape.

• Vacuum, shake out mats, wipe down seats

Regularly vacuuming, shaking out the mats, and wiping down the seats each week will help keep the car looking clean, and prevent too much dust and debris from building up.

• Shampoo the carpets

Shampooing the carpeting and floor mats in your car removes stains, and gets rid of all the dirt that builds up and causes the carpet to wear out.

• Use leather conditioning

Constant exposure to sunlight and extreme conditions can make leather become weak and brittle. Conditioning the leather in your vehicle every few months will help keep it from cracking.

• Apply protectant to the vinyl

The dashboard, door panels, and center console in your vehicle are often made of vinyl. Applying a plastic protectant to your upholstery can protect against UV damage and scratches, and also gives everything a pleasant shine.

• Contact Andrew’s Upholstery

Eventually, the upholstery in your vehicle will start to get old and worn out. Things might become cracked, ripped, sagged, and damaged in other ways. If this is the case, you might consider contacting Andrew’s Upholstery to repair it for you. Located in Boise, Andrew’s Upholstery can repair and/ or replace your car’s interior, leaving it seemingly brand new. However, if you take very good care of your upholstery by cleaning it regularly, it could be a very long time before you need to replace or repair anything. You can contact Andrew’s Upholstery at 208-887-2191.