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dudes what I have been told is that when the trade says leather, it doesnt mean 100% leather sometimes.... there will be bits n pieces which will be pvc to improve their margins. These pvc bits are usually the bits that you dont notice like the sides etc. This is also the norm in furniture industry eg leather sofas. So it pays to go to good quality people.
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CARING FOR YOUR CAR’S LEATHER INTERIOR – (Part One)
So you've just bought your new dream car, and look, it's got an all-leather interior. Just what the neighbours would drool for. Because hey, when it's leather, we're talking elegance here. Cars upholstered in beautiful leather automatically have an air of sophistication and fine design. Leather even smells fantastic, good enough to eat. But before you get all protective about your leather seats and forbid the kids or just about anyone else from all sorts of activities inside the car, read on about how you can care for leather the right way.The Basics about Leather
Leather is a durable, natural fabric that is four times stronger than man-made fabrics. This long-lasting fibrous material will stand up to rough treatment, even with rowdy children and pets inside the car. Stains can be cleaned effortlessly using a damp cloth. Maintenance will only entail refilling the cushions of you seats periodically to keep it looking as new as the day you bought it. After all, leather looks even better with time.
Natural leather materials are a car owner’s dream. Go ask OzFreeOnline, and you'll find that leather interiors are not just in demand right now; they are practically timeless. Needless to say, leather interiors actually up used car values.
Manufacturers can create leather car seats to suit any make of vehicle. Contrary to popular belief, leather isn't just for expensive, executive vehicles. Today, even small and used cars are getting upholstered in leather as it can be fashioned, designed, and dyed in colours to suit every taste.
Best natural leather material should be top-grain. A ‘top grain’ piece of leather should cover the seats without splits or attachments. When leather is split, it will not last as long as top grain and may require more upkeep. Top grain leather might be more expensive but it's well worth it.
LEATHER vs. CHEAP LEATHER VINYL COATED
In buying leather, you either get genuine or fake. Be careful of what you buy then as leather manufacturing has become so ingenious these days it can be difficult to pick the real thing. A quick test to determine which sort of leather you have at your hand is to use a small amount of cool clean water. If the leather repels it, it's vinyl-coated; if it absorbs the water, then you're safe.
COLOUR DYING
Take note that dyeing processes affects the quality of leather. For the richest colours and softest touch, leather is subjected to aniline process of dying in a drum. When a protective coating is added to drum dyed leather at the end, it is called semi-aniline. Hides that are pigmented are applied with dyes to the surface. This process provides the best protection, although the resulting leather loses its softness.It is always wise to inquire about the quality of the natural hide and how it was processed. Look into guarantees offered and return policies in case the upholstery is not up to standard. If you are interested in leather car upholstery--whether to repair present seat cover or to change them--there are several sites which can offer you the cheapest, yet quality worksmanship. Shop around first so you can save up.
CARING FOR YOUR CAR’S LEATHER INTERIOR – (Part One)
So you've just bought your new dream car, and look, it's got an all-leather interior. Just what the neighbours would drool for. Because hey, when it's leather, we're talking elegance here. Cars upholstered in beautiful leather automatically have an air of sophistication and fine design. Leather even smells fantastic, good enough to eat. But before you get all protective about your leather seats and forbid the kids or just about anyone else from all sorts of activities inside the car, read on about how you can care for leather the right way.The Basics about Leather
Leather is a durable, natural fabric that is four times stronger than man-made fabrics. This long-lasting fibrous material will stand up to rough treatment, even with rowdy children and pets inside the car. Stains can be cleaned effortlessly using a damp cloth. Maintenance will only entail refilling the cushions of you seats periodically to keep it looking as new as the day you bought it. After all, leather looks even better with time.
Natural leather materials are a car owner’s dream. Go ask OzFreeOnline, and you'll find that leather interiors are not just in demand right now; they are practically timeless. Needless to say, leather interiors actually up used car values.
Manufacturers can create leather car seats to suit any make of vehicle. Contrary to popular belief, leather isn't just for expensive, executive vehicles. Today, even small and used cars are getting upholstered in leather as it can be fashioned, designed, and dyed in colours to suit every taste.
Best natural leather material should be top-grain. A ‘top grain’ piece of leather should cover the seats without splits or attachments. When leather is split, it will not last as long as top grain and may require more upkeep. Top grain leather might be more expensive but it's well worth it.
LEATHER vs. CHEAP LEATHER VINYL COATED
In buying leather, you either get genuine or fake. Be careful of what you buy then as leather manufacturing has become so ingenious these days it can be difficult to pick the real thing. A quick test to determine which sort of leather you have at your hand is to use a small amount of cool clean water. If the leather repels it, it's vinyl-coated; if it absorbs the water, then you're safe.
COLOUR DYING
Take note that dyeing processes affects the quality of leather. For the richest colours and softest touch, leather is subjected to aniline process of dying in a drum. When a protective coating is added to drum dyed leather at the end, it is called semi-aniline. Hides that are pigmented are applied with dyes to the surface. This process provides the best protection, although the resulting leather loses its softness.It is always wise to inquire about the quality of the natural hide and how it was processed. Look into guarantees offered and return policies in case the upholstery is not up to standard. If you are interested in leather car upholstery--whether to repair present seat cover or to change them--there are several sites which can offer you the cheapest, yet quality worksmanship. Shop around first so you can save up.
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Custom leather car seats are available to fit most domestic
and foreign car makes. From the most basic design to having
the name of your car or your name or anything else you can
think of. Of course the more customised you desire the more
the cost.
There are different grades of leather to choose from such
as automotive grade leather that meets OEM specs. Often
times when you buy seat covers online they are better than
original. The reason being only the "inserts" in OEM
leather seat covers are leather while some custom
automobile leather seat covers are all leather.
Inserts are the part of the seat in the middle that you
actually make contact with while sitting.The sides and and
the back are simulated leather.
When placing your order be sure to tell your sales person
whether your seats have airbags as they will need to know
this. If your budget does not allow for genuine leather
there is an alternative in simulated leather car seat
covers. Simulated leather is actually vinyl but have the
look and feel of real leather at a fraction of the cost.
They are also available to fit just about all cars and
trucks and come in a variety of colors and styles to fit
you.If properly cared for simulated leather car seat covers
will last for years to come
Custom leather car seats are available to fit most domestic
and foreign car makes. From the most basic design to having
the name of your car or your name or anything else you can
think of. Of course the more customised you desire the more
the cost.
There are different grades of leather to choose from such
as automotive grade leather that meets OEM specs. Often
times when you buy seat covers online they are better than
original. The reason being only the "inserts" in OEM
leather seat covers are leather while some custom
automobile leather seat covers are all leather.
Inserts are the part of the seat in the middle that you
actually make contact with while sitting.The sides and and
the back are simulated leather.
When placing your order be sure to tell your sales person
whether your seats have airbags as they will need to know
this. If your budget does not allow for genuine leather
there is an alternative in simulated leather car seat
covers. Simulated leather is actually vinyl but have the
look and feel of real leather at a fraction of the cost.
They are also available to fit just about all cars and
trucks and come in a variety of colors and styles to fit
you.If properly cared for simulated leather car seat covers
will last for years to come
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I was quoted RM1800 for all seats + 4 doors by
http://www.centralcushion.com.my
http://www.centralcushion.com.my
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Hey man....
To Answer that question...
They is actually, i dont know what they really called it...
But the material is called Super leather...
My E30's Interior is all black...
My Seats are customize to Super Black Leather...
It's not that hot...
But like they said... once you on your ac... it's ok already...
Good Luck Tho...
To Answer that question...
They is actually, i dont know what they really called it...
But the material is called Super leather...
My E30's Interior is all black...
My Seats are customize to Super Black Leather...
It's not that hot...
But like they said... once you on your ac... it's ok already...
Good Luck Tho...
