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The intensity of the color determines the visual characteristics and
appea rance. If t he surface of the leather has a typical natu ral look,
then the leather is a nappa leather that has been left in a relatively
natura l condition. This leather offers partic ularly good comfort and
breathes well. Fine veins, closed grains, insect bites, skin folds, and
subtle var iations in color remain visible. These character istics demon-
st rate that the mater ia l is nat ura l.
Natural nap pa leather is not covered by a color fin ish. It is therefore
mo re sensitive t o soiling and we ar , which is some t hing you need to
consider if children, animals or other factors mig ht prove to be partic-
ularly hard on the leather.
By contrast, leather types that a re cove red by a colo red finis h layer
are more durab le . This has a positive effect on the leather's resistance
to wear and so iling in daily use. On the othe r hand, the typical charac-
teristics of natura l leather are barely or not apparent . However, this
does not mean that the leathe r itse lf is of inferio r quali ty.
Care and handling
Because of the exclusive na t ure of t he types of leat her t ha t Audi uses
and their unique properties (such as sensitivity to oils, grease, soiling,
etc. ), you will need to be somewhat car efu l with these leat hers, a nd
a certain type of care is requ ired. For example, dark clothing mate-
rials can dis color leather seats (especially if such cloth ing is damp and
was not dyed correctly). Dust and dirt particles in pores, folds, and
seams can have an ab rasive effect and can damage the leathe r
surface as well as weaken seams.
The leather sho uld be cleaned regularly as needed . After having been
used for a relatively long time, your leather seats will acquire a rich
aged f inish. This is a characterist ic of natura l leather and a s ign of
t rue quality.
In order to maintain the value of this natural product over the life of
your vehicle, you sho uld fo llow t he recommendations below :
Safety first
0 Note
• To keep you r leat he r from bleach ing out, do not allow it to be
exposed to bright sunlight for long periods of time . If you have to
leave t he veh icle parked o utside for long pe riods, cover the leather to
protect it from direct exposure to sunlight.
• Sharp objects on clot hin g, such as zippers, rivets or sha rp pieces
on belts can leave permanent scratches or scrape mar ks on the
surfa ce of the leathe r.
(I] Tips
• After ea ch t ime you clean the leathe r and at regular inte rvals, use
a leather preservat ive cream that contains UV-blockers and that
works into the leather . This cream will nourish a nd moistu rize the
leather, helping it to breathe and stay supp le. It also he lps to build up
a protect ive coa t ing on the surface .
• Clean the leather every 2 - 3 months, and clean any areas t hat get
so iled.
• Remove fresh marks made by ballpoint pens, ink, lipstick, shoe
polish, etc. a s soon as poss ible.
• Preserve the color of the leather as needed by using a special
colored leat he r car e cream to touch up a reas of uneven color. •
Applies to vehicles: with nat ur al leat h er
Cleaning and caring for leather upholstery
and trim
Natural leather requires sp ecial care and attention .
Normal cleaning
- Clean soiled areas wit h a slightly moistened cotton or
woolen cloth.
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