All about Lexus leather

[nisenku]

I have an issue where my brown leather belt left a brown color on the "ivory" leather of my IS250. Any suggestions on how to pull this "color" rub off and how to prevent in the future. I have seen some post about 303? Would that help? Thanks!

[jfelbab]

I'd try using Leather Master Strong Leather Cleaner. Apply with a foam applicator pad and agitate the area. Let the foam dwell for a minute or two then wipe with a white cotton towel. You might need to repeat the process a few times. the stain from the belt may also have penetrated the urethane so deeply that removal is not possible. This is why it is important to use a protectant on your leather. A protectant would prevent the oils in your belt from transferring to the urethane. I use Leather Masters Protection Cream to avoid these types of dye transfers. You might also consider wearing a different belt.

[MoeMistry]

In my experience, Lexus leather is one of a few leathers that this type of dye-to-dye transfer happens. I don't see it on any other makes. Things like the dye from your jeans, suit, etc. transfer on the leather in a Lexus. I'm curious as to the process that other manufacturers do that prevents this. Anyone know?

[jfelbab]

Originally Posted by MoeMistry

In my experience, Lexus leather is one of a few leathers that this type of dye-to-dye transfer happens. I don't see it on any other makes. Things like the dye from your jeans, suit, etc. transfer on the leather in a Lexus. I'm curious as to the process that other manufacturers do that prevents this. Anyone know?

I've come across it on GM, Toyota, Honda, Ford and Nissan. Actually most of the leather in autos comes from a very few manufacturers. Take a peek at GST Autoleather for example. http://www.gstautoleather.com/automo...r_showroom.asp

They supply the leather for many of the major nameplates. The dye transfer happens on them all.

[DaveJ]

I had that happen several years ago on on RX300. My wife's new black leather jacket bled into the seat cushion. I never did get the stain out entirely.

You might want to try Leatherique's rejuvenating oil and Pristine Clean. I'm a big fan of the stuff and have been using it for several years. They're also pretty good to talk so just give them a call and ask for their advice.
http://www.leatherique.com/

[nisenku]

Thanks guys! I will work on it this weekend and take some pics and see how it comes out.

Jim,
As for a different belt...You may be right. My black belt doesn't do it just the brown one..Huh?!? Weird...