Effective and easy ways to clean different types of steering wheel

Cleaning of any type of steering wheel is really a terrifying task. Usually, the steering wheel will be more susceptible to accumulate dirt, grease, and many kinds of stains while driving. Besides these, the greasy driving wheel will affect your driving precision as well, as it will not offer a perfect grip to your hands while turning your vehicle at bends. Thus, it is essential to maintain the steering wheel free from all sorts of dirt for a perfect and safe driving. This blog will educate you on different types of the steering wheel as well as on the ways to clean them in an efficient and easy manner.

Know the material from which your steering wheel is prepared

Steering wheels are made out of different but dedicated materials. Knowing these materials will allow you to use the right cleaning product to protect the health of your driving wheel. Some of the materials that are mostly used to make these wheels include polyurethane or artificial leather, plastic, fake resins, leather, and natural wood. However, each type needs a special type of cleaning technique to protect the quality of the steering wheel. You can refer the vehicle's user manual to know the products to be used to clean your steering wheel.

Cleaning the plastic type of steering wheel

It is extremely simple to clean a steering wheel, which is made out of the hard plastic material. All you need is a quality washing soap, clean water, and a water absorbing dry towel. Clean the steering wheel with the soap solution with utmost care by gently spreading the solution throughout the wheel. Then wipe it with a dry towel thoroughly until the wetness on the wheel is eliminated. You can also use a quality cleaning spray instead of soap.

Cleaning the natural wood driving wheel

Usually, steering wheels that are designed from natural wood are more susceptible to experience cracks. Therefore, it is better to avoid cleaning them, meaning you can use other cleaning methods to keep these wheels clean at all times.  Using the cleaning products made of quality wood polish will allow you to clean the wheel without leaving any blemishes on the surface of the wheel. The wood polish will not only make your wheel look clean and shiny but it will also protect the wood grains of your steering wheel.

Ways to clean a faux leather steering wheel

This kind of steering wheel material is referred to as artificial leather, forged leather, or Polyvinyl Chloride plastic. Simulation leather is extremely smooth and it is stronger than the genuine leather. Therefore, you can use water and usual cleaning products to clean these types of steering wheels. However, do not forget to dry the wheel using a clean towel.

Cleaning the resin type of steering wheel

Automobile mechanics are extremely considerate while coating a polished paint over this kind of steering wheel for the maximum protection. To maintain the protective layer of this steering wheel, you can clean it by making use of normal soap and clean water. However, you should know that the paint of the wheel is different when compared to the paint that is used for furniture. Therefore, use a polish paint that is designed exclusively to clean these types of the steering wheel.

Cleaning a leather type steering wheel

Cleaning a leather type steering wheel is very easy, as you can get dedicated cleaning products easily. To wash this type of driving wheel, you may need to employ a leather cleaner and cleaning products, as well as dedicated products to dry the cleaning. Spray the leather cleaner on the wheel, including on its corners, after shaking the bottle thoroughly. You can let the sprayer on the wheel for a maximum time of three minutes and then, you can wipe the leather cleaner together with the embed grime by making use of a wet cloth. Once the cleaner is completely removed from the wheel, you can now apply the dedicated dry product to the steering wheel. As most leather types of steering wheels are easily susceptible to be worn away or scratched, you have to take utmost care while cleaning these wheel types.

To conclude, whatever cleaning products you use, it is better to use them with the maximum care to maintain the health condition of the steering wheel.

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