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When I bought my car, the suede by the door handle was sort of worn/faded... anyone else have this problem? Any success with dying? I might just end up getting

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Old 02-02-2012, 07:58 PM   #1 (permalink)
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When I bought my car, the suede by the door handle was sort of worn/faded... anyone else have this problem? Any success with dying?

I might just end up getting both sides reupholstered.
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Mine is fading too. I'll let it keep fading and then probably either buy a new one or have it wrapped in red CF or leather.
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If you check the website for the Alcantara they have cleaning instructions for various stains/problems. I had to use water with a little lemon juice brushed lightly with a soft brissled toothbrush. Came out a lot better for me.

Although I am think about having the panels done in matching red leather. Just haven't got around to it or gotten a price for it......
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Its not really dirty thought, it is thin and faded... almost like a whitish color. I bought it last year so I guess the guy/girl that owned it went in and out a lot or leaned/rubbed against the handle.
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I just looked at mine and saw some variations in color but it changed depending on what direction I was looking at it from. Do you have some pics?
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so far i've only used water and it works, but i have to remember to do it more often
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I have the same problem. Curious if this is happening with the grey/ persimmion interior.
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I'm sure it will happen with all colors, the red just shows more I'm sure.
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Mine was also thinning out as well, maybe not so white but definitely dirty and thinned out. But when I used the soft bristled brushed it seemed to pull the fibers back up in a way..... it almost helps to lift the fabric. Just make sure you brush in one continuous direction, I went from front to back and it worked out good. Check the site and fallow the directions it will turn out pretty good GL


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My buddy was able to get a cola stain out of his by fallowing the directions so I think they are pretty accurate.
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