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If you are working with a tight budget and want to use household items before branching out to another product, you can use your laundry detergent cleaning solution or even gentle dish soap. 

You can fill an empty spray bottle with lukewarm water and one whole or half a teaspoon of laundry detergent.

Vinegar is an excellent cleaning resource and works wonders for various items and rooms across your household; the kitchen, windows, mirrors, bathrooms, etc. It works as a fantastic antibacterial cleaner, and you may find it in almost every kitchen cupboard. 

You'll want to use it on a colder day so that the heat doesn't enhance the smell. Use a spray bottle with three-quarters of vinegar and top it up with warm water.

Numerous industries, companies and individuals have highly praised coconut oil for its multiple benefits in multiple areas.

After thoroughly cleaning your interior, coconut or olive oil can substitute for gentle leather conditioners. Use it in small quantities and use a dry soft cloth that won't obstruct the leather material in any way. 

Try it first on a small, hidden or discrete area as it may react differently to different styles or another type of leather.

Baking soda is a natural stain remover for various aspects; it is a prevalent choice when getting rid of challenging stains. Begin to mix it into a thin paste with water. 

You can then sprinkle it carefully over your leather, allowing it to absorb any existing stains before gradually wiping it all away. 

However, it is essential to remember that baking soda reacts differently with multiple objects or materials. It can be harsher on some than others. It may be a better option, if you are worried, to stick to specific leather cleaning products.

Ensure you do a spot-test on any leather cleaner you buy. Try them on hidden areas to see if the product is suitable for the leather. 

Vacuum thoroughly before applying any cleaning products; this will prevent and get rid of any loose surface dirt, grime, or sand from scratching and obstructing the fabric on your seats.

Work slowly and clean in small sections; this will allow you to minimise discolouration. 

Use microfibre cloths, towels and flannels; they are far softer. They won't scratch and ruin your material surfaces.

Search for a cleaning product or conditioner that has natural ingredients and is non-toxic.

Mix your vinegar solution with warm water to not be too harsh when applying it to your seats.

Clean your car's leather seats and interior as regularly as possible and ensure that you condition them occasionally. You can condition two or three times a year and provide you with clean seats once a month.

Ensure you never spray the cleaner directly onto your leather seats, especially in the case of cars with perforated leather.

Dampen all your microfibre cloths with your chosen cleaning solution.

Never use conditioners that include waxes or petroleum; they can lead to build-up or grease and grime or dull the leather's finish.

Don't let any wet solutions dry on the seats without wiping them dry. Massage them carefully with your flannel or cleaning cloth until fully absorbed.

Ask the original owner or your dealer if you struggle with which products would be most suitable to keep your car seats clean. 

Don't use any without consultation if you are genuinely unsure.

Never use stiff bristles when deep cleaning the leather, and make sure you never scrub too hard. Choose softer car-made cleaning brushes or a soft-bristled toothbrush for smaller surface dirt areas. 

You don't want to budget too much when searching for a high-quality natural car cleaner. Whilst they are more expensive, they'll enhance and bring out the beauty of your clean car leather. 

Too much liquid can ultimately damage the seat fabric, mainly if you have acquired a car with perforated leather seating, which could soak through and create mould or breed mildew.