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JonsMazda
08-07-2007, 12:58 PM
Just recently came back from Wasaga beach and was stupid enough to drive off shirtless and end up staining the leather seats with sunscreen. Now there is whole patch of white residue on the seats.....tried to wipe it off with leather wipes from Meguairs.....no luck....help?

Thanks!

Skarbro
08-07-2007, 01:31 PM
help! white residue on leather seats...
LOL I couldn't help but laugh at that one... :)

Caz
08-07-2007, 02:34 PM
That topic line is the funniest I have ever seen.

You should PM the guys from eshine and see if they can help.

ds2chan
08-07-2007, 04:52 PM
I don't think water will help either.. I'm pretty sure most sunscreens are water proof so water won't dilute it..

thus, I would go with contacting eShine to see what they can do..

also, that's a pretty funny problem u'r having..

mit-gee-mui
08-07-2007, 04:56 PM
I don't trust the internet, but if you are desperate, I guess you can try this:




How to Remove Suntan Lotion Stains From:
Leather, Suede

Mix a solution of mild soap in lukewarm water. Swish to create a great volume of suds. Apply only the foam with a sponge. Wipe dry with a clean cloth. On leather only, follow with Tannery Vintage Leather Cleaner & Conditioner or Fiebing's Saddle Soap to condition the leather.


I got that off http://home.howstuffworks.com/how-to-remove-suntan-lotion-stains.htm

At the risk of sounding silly, I was going to suggest soap and water, cause isn't that what removes it from our bodies when we rub it on? That or excessive perspiration. But then again leather doesn't equal skin. And you can't just make leather sweat.:whoa

I'm surprised my mind didn't lead me down the path you guys are all taking after reading the word "white residue" until I read your replies.

Edit:
Another quote http://today.ninemsn.com.au/article.aspx?id=255790


How can I get sunscreen off a black leather car seat?
Put a few drops of dishwashing liquid on your finger tips and massage onto the spot. Leave the spot for a minute, then wipe off the dishwashing liquid with a damp cloth or pantyhose (pantyhose is best).

JonsMazda
08-07-2007, 05:26 PM
Thanks guys! Wish me luck! lol

WildEmu
08-07-2007, 05:39 PM
I came in here expecting a very funny thread!

Good luck on getting the stain out!

sp3GT
08-07-2007, 06:35 PM
LOL, probably the funniest title i've seen on here. Hope you get it out, lol.

3GFX
08-07-2007, 06:46 PM
Good luck getting the stains out, but man o man, what a thread title. LMAO!!!!

dredd2099
08-07-2007, 09:44 PM
LOL I couldn't help but laugh at that one... :)

x2
but how come this is on exterior maintenance?

baymoe
08-09-2007, 04:55 PM
I smell BS. The white residue isn't sunscreen lotion and that it's the best excuse he could came up with. :chuckle


:gone

bubba1983
08-09-2007, 05:23 PM
moved too, trim and interior?

JonsMazda
08-09-2007, 06:31 PM
lol....u ppl and ur sick minds :loco its really sunscreen lotion!

JonsMazda
08-09-2007, 06:33 PM
I bought myself eagle one leather cleaning and condition...got most of the stain out...still can see some white tho.

theurgy
08-13-2007, 05:32 PM
1:8 mix of Zero/Woolite Fabric wash and bottled water. Add to a spray bottle for a great interior detailer.
Give it a shot to clean the stain ... then use your conditioner after it's gone.

JonsMazda
08-13-2007, 06:47 PM
Thanks! :)

WLS ZMZM
08-16-2007, 05:00 PM
I smell BS. The white residue isn't sunscreen lotion and that it's the best excuse he could came up with. :chuckle


:gone


haah I agree with this Suntan lotion is a great story!! much better then I would have thought up hahahahahaha... dont worry Jonsmazda we all believe you *looks up*

JonsMazda
08-16-2007, 05:02 PM
lol...if u guys see all that white stain u'll know im telling the truth :D

Garu
08-16-2007, 05:24 PM
Man... here I thought I was gonna see something exciting.

JonsMazda
08-16-2007, 05:33 PM
No....nothing exciting here...just white stains...

nicker
08-30-2007, 09:37 AM
you should really set a blanket down before you do that! :bana2 LOL


Id figure a good leather cleaner should get rid of that!

Cardinal Fang
08-30-2007, 10:59 AM
I'm going to start living vicariously through Jon.

:gone

WLS ZMZM
08-30-2007, 01:25 PM
hahah... i think its great that Jonsmazda is still maintaining his innocence..... its almost to the point that I want to really believe him *sarc* :chuckle