Cleaning the car interior: Tips for vehicle care

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Choosing the right cleaning products: What can I use to clean the different surfaces in the car interior?

Are household remedies suitable for cleaning the interior?

Household remedies such as vinegar or a sliced ​​onion are not suitable for cleaning car interiors. There are several reasons for this:

• Material incompatibility and discoloration: Home remedies are not suitable for all car interior materials. Certain cleaning agents can damage or discolor leather, plastics, or textiles.
• Effectiveness: Compared to special car care products developed for cleaning and maintaining car interiors, home remedies are less effective. Home remedies can only remove superficial stains and temporarily mask unpleasant odors. You can achieve deep pore cleaning and permanent odor elimination with our Bactador Car Interior Cleaner and Odor Remover .
• Unpleasant odors: Some household remedies, such as vinegar, can cause unpleasant odors that can be particularly disturbing in the enclosed space of a car.

Which cleaning product for the car interior?

Our Bactador Car Interior Cleaner and Odor Remover is a reliable cleaning agent for odors and stains in car interiors, such as seats, upholstery, interior trim, roof lining, floor mats, etc. The probiotic microorganisms it contains remove the source of odors deep into the pores. Compared to aggressive chemical cleaning agents and household remedies, Bactador's microbiology represents a lasting and material-friendly alternative.

Step-by-step cleaning instructions: What is the best way to thoroughly clean the entire car interior?

To begin, place the cleaning and maintenance products and utensils mentioned above within easy reach. Once you have the utensils and cleaning supplies ready, it's time to thoroughly clean up the interior. Dispose of all trash. Collect all old parking tickets, chewing gum wrappers, soda cans, and candy wrappers.

Don't forget the trunk! Empty the ashtrays and tidy up the storage compartments. If there's any chewing gum stuck to anything, you can treat it with ice spray and then remove the icy residue.

1. Cleaning the footwell and trunk: How to remove dust, dirt and pet hair from the carpets

To remove dust, dirt, and pet hair from carpets, you'll need a vacuum cleaner. Special vacuum cleaner attachments can be helpful for reaching even tight corners. Stubborn, coarse dirt and pet hair can often be brushed off. Rubber brushes, for example, are ideal for pet hair.

Start by removing the floor mats from the car and vacuuming them thoroughly. Before putting the mats back in the car, vacuum the floor. Don't forget to clean under the seats. After the floor mats, it's time to clean the trunk. Of course, you can also start with the trunk and work your way forward. It's entirely up to you.

However, vacuuming and, if necessary, brushing carpets only removes surface dirt, dust, and pet hair. However, carpets also quickly absorb unpleasant odors from dirty shoes, your wet dog, food, or nicotine in the car, among many other things.

But don't worry, you don't need a comprehensive cleaning kit or professional help for a deep pore clean. You can simply spray on our Bactador Car Interior Cleaner and Odor Remover . The microorganisms it contains produce enzymes that break down the odor and dirt particles until nothing remains.

2. Tips for cleaning upholstery and seats: How to effectively remove stains and odors

Start by vacuuming the seats thoroughly to remove loose dirt particles, crumbs, and dust. There are special upholstery attachments for vacuuming fabric seats. For leather seats, it's best to use the crevice attachment to reach even those hard-to-reach areas.

Next comes the deep cleaning of the fabric or leather seats.

fabric seats

With our Bactador Car Interior Cleaner and Odor Remover, cleaning fabric seats is effortless. Simply spray the interior cleaner and odor remover onto the seats and let the Bactador microbiology work to remove odors and organic stains.

Allow the seats to dry thoroughly after cleaning. Avoid using heat sources like a hairdryer, as this will keep the heat-sensitive Bactador microorganisms active. You should also avoid direct sunlight to prevent damage to the fabric.

leather seats

Due to the delicate nature of the material, the right cleaning agent is especially important for leather seats. The microbiological Bactador Car Interior Cleaner and Odor Remover not only deep cleans the seats but is also gentle on the material.

You can either simply spray your leather seats with Bactador and let it dry. Or you can rub in our interior cleaner and odor remover with a rag. Be careful not to carelessly wipe over the seams. Instead, work in one direction from seam to seam to maintain their shine.

To maintain the quality of leather seats, the leather must be re-oiled. Therefore, it's best to apply a special care lotion regularly. However, to allow the Bactador microorganisms to work, you shouldn't apply the care lotion immediately after cleaning.

To prevent mold growth, the leather must be allowed to dry in a well-ventilated area, whether after cleaning with Bactador or re-greasing with the care lotion.

3. Clean the plastic parts: This is how you get the dashboard and door panels clean again

To clean your car's plastic parts, start by wiping the dashboard and door panels dry to remove any dust. You can use a soft microfiber cloth or a feather duster.

To clean the air vents and hard-to-reach areas, you can use a brush or special detail brushes. You can also use compressed air to remove dust.

You can remove stains on plastic parts with our Bactador Car Interior Cleaner and Odor Remover . Simply spray on and let it work. For heavily soiled surfaces, you can also rub in our interior cleaner and odor remover with a cloth.

Thanks to our Bactador car interior cleaner and odor remover, you can not only remove stains, but also unpleasant odors from nicotine, animals or food, for example, which become embedded in the plastic over time.

What is the best way to clean plastic in a car?

Start by wiping the plastic parts, such as the cockpit, with a dry cloth to remove any dust. Use a microfiber cloth or feather duster. Brushes, detail brushes, or compressed air are suitable for air vents. You can easily remove stains and odors with Bactador Car Interior Cleaner and Odor Remover : Spray on, let it work, and let it dry. For stubborn dirt, simply rub in with a cloth.

4. Proper care of the windows

For effective cleaning of car windows, you can use commercially available glass cleaners. Simply spray the product on and wipe it off with a microfiber cloth. For heavily soiled windows, it may be helpful to let the cleaner work.

Make sure you wipe from top to bottom to avoid streaks. As a general rule, always work in a smooth, even motion and avoid applying too much pressure to avoid scratches.

Remove odor from car – Our product tip

Whether the interior smells of drinks, vomit, nicotine, or even pets, smells in the car can be really annoying and even stressful on a long drive. But don't worry, we have the perfect tip for you to remove an unpleasant odor from your car:

All you need is our Bactador Car Interior Cleaner and Odor Remover . Simply spray generously onto the affected areas and let it dry. The probiotic microorganisms eliminate the source of the odor and neutralize odors and stains deep down and permanently. For stubborn odors, you can repeat the process and also rub in with a cloth. This way, you can permanently get rid of odors in your car!

How do odors arise in the car interior?

Stains and odors on car seats can arise in several ways:

Food residues and spilled liquids: Food particles or spilled liquids (coffee, milk, etc.) can not only cause stains but also leave behind unpleasant odors.

Pets: Pets can cause unpleasant odors in the car due to hair, dirt, or possible droppings.

Smoking: Smoking in the car can not only lead to persistent odors, but also leave nicotine deposits and discoloration on the seats.

Environmental influences: Dust, pollen and other environmental factors can settle on car seats and contribute to stains and unpleasant odors.

Moisture: Moisture in the car, whether due to leaks or poor ventilation, can encourage mold growth and lead to unpleasant odors.

Aging and wear: Over time, normal wear and tear and aging of the vehicle can cause the quality of the seats to deteriorate, which can lead to stains and odors.