Need some advice:Whats a good way to clean my interior?

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Old May 8, 2009 | 03:15 PM
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Need some advice:Whats a good way to clean my interior?

So my dog got sick on the way to the vets in my car. I cleaned it as best as i could but there are still a few smal areas that could use some love. Anyone used anything that works well. Also i didnt want to just scrub it with soap and water for fear the water wouldnt dry & cause damage to the seat. I used baby wipes to scrub the seats.. hmm anyway any suggestions would help


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Old May 8, 2009 | 03:28 PM
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Rent a rug doctor with the upholstery attachment.
Old May 8, 2009 | 03:47 PM
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Id take it to a car wash with a steam cleaner and have them clean it that way, or rent one yourself. Make sure it has heat and steam on it so you can get a really good clean. then leave it outside with your windows cracked so it will dry properly

or buy a new seat
Old May 8, 2009 | 04:19 PM
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I used to use my wife's Spot Bot...
Old May 11, 2009 | 12:47 PM
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Cool thanks for the advice, i think i'll try the spot bot & see how it goes, if not i'll try getting it professionally clean, then if that doesnt work guess its time for a new seat >.<

thanks 4 ur help! =)
Old May 11, 2009 | 02:05 PM
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a $3.99 solution

walmarts tuff stuff.. works wonders... i HIGHLY recommend it
Old May 11, 2009 | 02:36 PM
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^^ sweet thank you! ^^ in these economic times i need cheap! hahah =)

you rock!
Old May 11, 2009 | 03:04 PM
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Originally Posted by VRT MBasile
Rent a rug doctor with the upholstery attachment.
This is the way to go unless you already have a carpet shampooer thing like we do.

Just get a couple guys together and you can keep it cheap. I think Home Depot rents them out for like $15-$20 for 4 hours.
Old May 11, 2009 | 05:21 PM
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you could try some resolve carpet cleaner... that's some pretty good stuff.. try it on an inconspicuous area first though. I also got it at wal-mart. red can with different color strips on it
Old May 11, 2009 | 08:39 PM
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eh im down with a group cleaning..my stuff could use a cleaning..

let us know !!!!!!

nev
Old May 12, 2009 | 12:35 AM
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Sarah, if you didn't buy anything yet...

Try 303 Cleaner and Spot remover. The label says carpet/upholstery.
It can be bought at city mill. It is a great detailing cleaner, and not too pricey if i recall.
Old May 12, 2009 | 11:58 AM
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Originally Posted by 808subaru
Try 303 Cleaner and Spot remover. The label says carpet/upholstery.
It can be bought at city mill. It is a great detailing cleaner, and not too pricey if i recall.
Originally Posted by hayn_wrx
eh im down with a group cleaning..my stuff could use a cleaning..

let us know !!!!!!

nev
Originally Posted by bpang1
This is the way to go unless you already have a carpet shampooer thing like we do.

Just get a couple guys together and you can keep it cheap. I think Home Depot rents them out for like $15-$20 for 4 hours.
Originally Posted by VRT MBasile
Rent a rug doctor with the upholstery attachment.
Actually thats not a bad idea Nev! If ppl wanna do a suby interior cleaning this weekend im totally down! I live in the salt lake area, but if someone has a garage or space where multiple cars can be parked i'll chip in the the rug DR. if someone can donate space!

Let me know guys! wo0t
Old May 17, 2009 | 01:07 PM
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just fyi, tuff stuff is like $5 now... i just bought 2 cans...
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