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Can you wash car seat covers?

Yuck! Between the contents of my toddler’s juice box and my hyper-shedding Corgi, my back seat covers are filthy. Can you wash car seat covers?

Rachel Rigolino · Updated on May 6, 2022

Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.

Yes, you should be able to wash your car seat covers! After all, that’s why you bought them, to protect your car’s seats, which don’t fit very well in a washing machine.

However, how you wash your car seat covers depends on the material. Be sure to read the manufacturer’s washing instructions on the label.

Here are some general tips for cleaning seat covers that are machine washable:

Apply a stain remover to stains. If you have stubborn stains, you may want to let them presoak.

Secure any ties and remove any metal hooks if you can.

Experts recommend a short washing cycle with warm water, using mild detergent.

Finally, avoid putting seat covers in a dryer. You don’t want them to shrink. Let them air dry.

Hopefully, your seat covers will come out looking brand new!

Protecting your car’s upholstery or leather seating is just one part of saving yourself money in the long run. After all, if you plan on keeping your car, you want your seats to last. And seat covers go far in protecting a car’s resale value.

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