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What’s a good way to clean a car headliner? Mine is really gross right now because of my kids, but I don’t know how to properly clean it and I’m afraid of making it worse!

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Liz Jenson · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
Driving with kids
can definitely be messy business! Here’s how to clean your car headliner:
  1. Buy an upholstery cleaner of your choice and spray it evenly across the entire headliner.
  2. Let the cleaner sit. Check the instructions on the bottle for more information about exactly how long you should wait before moving on to the next step.
  3. Use a soft-bristled brush to gently scrub the entire headliner and remove large patches of dirt.
  4. Allow your headliner to dry completely and, if stains are still present, repeat this process.
If your headliner is exceptionally dirty, you can also use a steam cleaner with upholstery cleaner and water to get rid of the worst stains.
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