BMW X5
BMW Garage BMW Meets Register Search Today's Posts Mark Forums Read

Post Reply
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread
      04-06-2019, 06:37 AM   #1
X54TH
Member
X54TH's Avatar
Canada
892
Rep
2,029
Posts

Drives: 2019 X5 40i M Sport
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: GTA

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Leather Protection Question

I'm looking to protect my Ivory White Leather interior. I bought the GYEON Q2 Leather Shield. I have the upgraded full leather package. Outside of doing the seats has anyone done their steering wheel, leather dash and doors?
Appreciate 1
      04-06-2019, 05:19 PM   #2
MystroX5
Major General
MystroX5's Avatar
6243
Rep
5,291
Posts

Drives: 2020 X7 M50i/ 911
Join Date: Dec 2018
Location: Central Pa.

iTrader: (0)

I used oem BMW leather treatment on everything. Pretty good stuff. My favorite is still Sonax and Sonax cleaner. I don’t ever get dye transfer on my white leather.
I did a 2200 mile road trip and my leather seats still look brand new without even a crease yet. Sonax cleaner will remove dye transfer as Inused it on my wife’s Audi light tan leather. She puts the mail on the front seat and ink transferred.




Appreciate 1
RVAGuy166.00
      04-06-2019, 05:29 PM   #3
X54TH
Member
X54TH's Avatar
Canada
892
Rep
2,029
Posts

Drives: 2019 X5 40i M Sport
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: GTA

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
Quote:
Originally Posted by MystroX5 View Post
I used oem BMW leather treatment on everything. Pretty good stuff. My favorite is still Sonax and Sonax cleaner. I don't ever get dye transfer on my white leather.
I did a 2200 mile road trip and my leather seats still look brand new without even a crease yet. Sonax cleaner will remove dye transfer as Inused it on my wife's Audi light tan leather. She puts the mail on the front seat and ink transferred.




Did you do the steering wheel?
__________________
2019 X5 Alpine White M-Sport
Software Version 11/2022.31
2023 M2 (HEA) Brooklyn Gray
2021 330i XDrive Alpine White M-Sport
Appreciate 0
      04-07-2019, 02:28 PM   #4
MystroX5
Major General
MystroX5's Avatar
6243
Rep
5,291
Posts

Drives: 2020 X7 M50i/ 911
Join Date: Dec 2018
Location: Central Pa.

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by X54TH View Post
Did you do the steering wheel?
Yes, I clean the steering wheel often with a damp microfiber cloth and then treat it. The oil and grit in your hands builds up quickly. Same goes with the door handles. You don’t have to treat it every time but a wipe down often will keep your wheel looking new for a long time. Women with diamond rings can do a number on a Nappa leather wheel if not careful.
Appreciate 1
X51990.00
      05-11-2019, 10:28 AM   #5
Stinkyxy
Lieutenant
152
Rep
458
Posts

Drives: X5
Join Date: Nov 2015
Location: Toronto

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by MystroX5 View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by X54TH View Post
Did you do the steering wheel?
Yes, I clean the steering wheel often with a damp microfiber cloth and then treat it. The oil and grit in your hands builds up quickly. Same goes with the door handles. You don’t have to treat it every time but a wipe down often will keep your wheel looking new for a long time. Women with diamond rings can do a number on a Nappa leather wheel if not careful.
There are so many different sonax leather cleaners and conditioners. Are they all the same?
Appreciate 0
      05-15-2019, 04:49 PM   #6
edtreo
Second Lieutenant
89
Rep
285
Posts

Drives: 2019 X5 40i MSport
Join Date: Apr 2019
Location: FL

iTrader: (0)

I use leatherique.
Appreciate 0
      05-21-2019, 08:56 AM   #7
MystroX5
Major General
MystroX5's Avatar
6243
Rep
5,291
Posts

Drives: 2020 X7 M50i/ 911
Join Date: Dec 2018
Location: Central Pa.

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by Stinkyxy View Post
There are so many different sonax leather cleaners and conditioners. Are they all the same?
This is the best Sonax deal as you get everything you need.

https://www.autogeek.net/sonax-premium-leather-kit.html
Appreciate 3
Stinkyxy152.00
bichoo280.50
VTENGR1043.50
      11-13-2019, 07:53 AM   #8
seamaster222
Private
13
Rep
56
Posts

Drives: M3
Join Date: Sep 2013
Location: Fl

iTrader: (0)

After years of trying every single product for leather out there, Swissvax is the best. If the leather is new you just need the mild cleaner and the conditioner every 2-4 months (based on use).

My only thing is how safe is to use with perforated seats. One has been able to tell me if these products really clot of pores or can cause issues in the long term. If you do have vented seats I would not apply any product directly and just spray a cloth first and then rub.
Appreciate 0
      11-15-2019, 09:09 AM   #9
G050i
Private
12
Rep
67
Posts

Drives: BMW X5 (G05) 50i w/ M-Sport
Join Date: Jun 2019
Location: New York

iTrader: (0)

I just coated my seats with CarPro Leather Quartz. Happy with the way it turned out and the application. I have the upgraded leather seats as well and nothing changed. I still have some left over but I didnt have time to do more like the steering wheel etc. I have young kids so it was important for me to do this but for those who have white leather, I would for sure do something like this for dye transfer protection at the very least.
Appreciate 0
      11-16-2019, 04:20 AM   #10
randybobandy
Rick James
randybobandy's Avatar
305
Rep
784
Posts

Drives: 2020 BMW M340i xDrive
Join Date: Oct 2019
Location: USA

iTrader: (0)

I use the Griot's 3 in 1 leather on mine. It seems to protect well and keep it clean. It holds up well against 2 German Shepherds, and gets the slobber right off. Never was able to get it out with other products on my previous BMW.
Appreciate 0
      01-24-2020, 04:07 AM   #11
Amsa7151
Private
Amsa7151's Avatar
26
Rep
69
Posts

Drives: BMW X5
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: Chicago

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by MystroX5 View Post
This is the best Sonax deal as you get everything you need.

https://www.autogeek.net/sonax-premium-leather-kit.html
I’ve got a new X5 with black Vernasca. Would you recommend that Sonax kit or the bmw leathercare for brand new car? I’ve read that vernasca is coated or sealed so just trying to make sure I use the best thing for my time and effort.
Appreciate 0
      01-24-2020, 01:06 PM   #12
polychromatic
Second Lieutenant
polychromatic's Avatar
United_States
135
Rep
233
Posts

Drives: E30, E44, E61, E07
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: Central No. America

iTrader: (0)

It seems like there would be a different process to care for Vernasca vs Napa, since Vernasca is a coated leather...no?
Appreciate 0
      01-24-2020, 05:42 PM   #13
Amsa7151
Private
Amsa7151's Avatar
26
Rep
69
Posts

Drives: BMW X5
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: Chicago

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by polychromatic View Post
It seems like there would be a different process to care for Vernasca vs Napa, since Vernasca is a coated leather...no?
That’s what I thought. It looking for guidance here. I don’t want to use the wrong stuff
Appreciate 0
      01-24-2020, 06:05 PM   #14
X54TH
Member
X54TH's Avatar
Canada
892
Rep
2,029
Posts

Drives: 2019 X5 40i M Sport
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: GTA

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
I used the GYEON Q2 Leather Shield product from the first day (April 2019) I picked up the X5. I have the Ivory White upgrade leather interior.

I think it's done a reasonably good job. Any dirt and or staining from jeans are easily removed with a cleaner. One thing i would avoid doing is the leather dash. It left a bit of a sheen. I did do the steering wheel and it's pretty much remained unchanged from first picking the X5.

I haven't used any conditioners or other leather products outside of a Chemical Guys All Purpose Cleaner. A wet hot microfibre cloth also serves me well.
__________________
2019 X5 Alpine White M-Sport
Software Version 11/2022.31
2023 M2 (HEA) Brooklyn Gray
2021 330i XDrive Alpine White M-Sport
Appreciate 0
      02-05-2020, 09:07 AM   #15
x5TXguyG05
Enlisted Member
12
Rep
47
Posts

Drives: 2019 BMW x5 (GO5)
Join Date: Nov 2019
Location: TX

iTrader: (0)

Quote:
Originally Posted by MystroX5 View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by Stinkyxy View Post
There are so many different sonax leather cleaners and conditioners. Are they all the same?
This is the best Sonax deal as you get everything you need.

https://www.autogeek.net/sonax-premium-leather-kit.html
Quote:
Originally Posted by MystroX5 View Post
Quote:
Originally Posted by Stinkyxy View Post
There are so many different sonax leather cleaners and conditioners. Are they all the same?
This is the best Sonax deal as you get everything you need.

https://www.autogeek.net/sonax-premium-leather-kit.html
Thanks for the tip in the SONAX. Got it and used it last weekend and love the results. How often do you clean and reapply the cream?
__________________
G05
Appreciate 0
      02-10-2020, 11:32 AM   #16
RVAGuy
Lieutenant
RVAGuy's Avatar
United_States
166
Rep
418
Posts

Drives: ‘20 X5/M50i (ordered); &
Join Date: Dec 2019
Location: Richmond, VA

iTrader: (0)

Garage List
2014 BMW / 650  [0.00]
Quote:
Originally Posted by polychromatic View Post
It seems like there would be a different process to care for Vernasca vs Napa, since Vernasca is a coated leather...no?
My recent limited research indicates all new leather is treated, artificial and natural, and that further protection products are unnecessary. I will focus on just keeping the leather clean during periodic cleaning sessions.
Appreciate 0
Post Reply

Bookmarks

Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off



All times are GMT -5. The time now is 05:18 AM.




xbimmers
Powered by vBulletin® Version 3.8.11
Copyright ©2000 - 2024, vBulletin Solutions Inc.
1Addicts.com, BIMMERPOST.com, E90Post.com, F30Post.com, M3Post.com, ZPost.com, 5Post.com, 6Post.com, 7Post.com, XBimmers.com logo and trademark are properties of BIMMERPOST