303 Aerospace Protectant & Lexol
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Don't see why not - the back label of the 303 bottle mentions that it can be used on leather interiors. Since Lexol is a conditioner, I don't foresee any problems with topping it with 303 as a protectant. As for the price, I couldn't tell you about 8 oz, but I got 16 oz for $13 here.
Anyone else have a preference between these two products? I've been using 303, but have a bottle of Lexol. Think I just found my answer... :idea
"Eugene,
I use 303 exclusively on my leather, namely my 2002 F-150. I do clean the leather first using Lexol leather cleaner, or just mild soap(1/2 oz or less carwash or other mild soap) in a bucket of lukewarm water. I wash, then rinse using a seperate bucket of clean water and damp cloth, and then dry using a MF towel(one of my more inexpensive ones).
I do think Lexol is a good product. I think TWOOD is speaking of Vinylex though, since he mentions the Lexol Leather Cleaner/Conditioner in a seperate sentence.
I wrote David B last week with a similar question. I asked if 303 alone was enough to protect and keep my leather supple, or if I needed to use an additional oil conditioner like Lexol or Hyde Food in order to keep the leather soft. Here is David's response:
Only leathers tanned with an oil need to be treated with an oil-based
dressing. These days, most leather is tanned in water. In fact, the hides
are split, milled and dyed with water-based systems. A petrol-based
dressing, like Hide Food, will soften and quickly remove the clear coat (the
seats will feel sticky).
I do not recommend mixing products. If you plan to use 303... stick with
it. If you plan to use Lexol spray... stick with it. If you want to
change, be sure to clean the upholstery very well first. The reason is that
you have no idea what chemicals are being used and what reaction you might
get to mixing them.
My personal preference, for the past couple of years, is 303 Aerospace. I
like that it has almost no smell. It's not greasy. It dries fast and
evenly, and my black BMW and Porsche interiors are holding up very well,
even out in the California sun."
I do know that my F-150 has a clearcoat on the leather, it is mentioned in the owner's manual.
Sorry for long post.
"Eugene,
I use 303 exclusively on my leather, namely my 2002 F-150. I do clean the leather first using Lexol leather cleaner, or just mild soap(1/2 oz or less carwash or other mild soap) in a bucket of lukewarm water. I wash, then rinse using a seperate bucket of clean water and damp cloth, and then dry using a MF towel(one of my more inexpensive ones).
I do think Lexol is a good product. I think TWOOD is speaking of Vinylex though, since he mentions the Lexol Leather Cleaner/Conditioner in a seperate sentence.
I wrote David B last week with a similar question. I asked if 303 alone was enough to protect and keep my leather supple, or if I needed to use an additional oil conditioner like Lexol or Hyde Food in order to keep the leather soft. Here is David's response:
Only leathers tanned with an oil need to be treated with an oil-based
dressing. These days, most leather is tanned in water. In fact, the hides
are split, milled and dyed with water-based systems. A petrol-based
dressing, like Hide Food, will soften and quickly remove the clear coat (the
seats will feel sticky).
I do not recommend mixing products. If you plan to use 303... stick with
it. If you plan to use Lexol spray... stick with it. If you want to
change, be sure to clean the upholstery very well first. The reason is that
you have no idea what chemicals are being used and what reaction you might
get to mixing them.
My personal preference, for the past couple of years, is 303 Aerospace. I
like that it has almost no smell. It's not greasy. It dries fast and
evenly, and my black BMW and Porsche interiors are holding up very well,
even out in the California sun."
I do know that my F-150 has a clearcoat on the leather, it is mentioned in the owner's manual.
Sorry for long post.
Bill D
Hooked For Life
303 exclusively here. On my 16 year old car though, I've used Lexol for the longest time.
salty
Active member
[quote name='Terran']You guys are using 303 aerospace protectant on leather? I thought using vinyl protectants on leather was a no-no even though they say they can be used for leather?
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That goes for solvent based dressings.
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That goes for solvent based dressings.
Hi all.
303 Aero Protectant works well on leather in my experience. It is my favorite interior product.
I still clean my leather seats etc. with a leather cleaner (Lexol) and follow up with a leather conditioner, and then as a final treatment, I go over everything with a thin amount of 303 for a bit more sheen and UV protection.
303 Aero Protectant works well on leather in my experience. It is my favorite interior product.
I still clean my leather seats etc. with a leather cleaner (Lexol) and follow up with a leather conditioner, and then as a final treatment, I go over everything with a thin amount of 303 for a bit more sheen and UV protection.