What is the best way to TODDLER proof brand new cloth seats? Scotchguard?

mickeymouse1mickeymouse1 Member Posts: 49
edited May 2015 in General
I would like to hear opinions on spraying Scotch Guard($5 a can) on new cloth seats(happens to be in a 2015 Honda Pilot)...or any other ideas?

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  • steverstever Guest Posts: 52,454
    edited May 2015
    It's been a few years since I looked up the MSDS for Scotchgard, but it seems like they removed a questionable ingredient a decade ago.

    You already have a lot of sizing, adhesives and plastics outgassing in a new car - I guess the question is whether you want to spray something else in there or simply wipe up the inevitable messes when they occur. I used to use the stuff (no kiddos here) but my wife has various allergies, so I stopped buying it. Don't know what we'll do if we get a new car - let it bake in the sun with the windows down for a few months I guess.
  • Mr_ShiftrightMr_Shiftright Member Posts: 64,481
    Toddler PROOF? The only way to achieve that level of protection, aside from installing the deflector shields from the Starship Enterprise, would be to cover the seats with a durable fabric like canvas or a wetsuit type of material that aftermarket companies are now using for seatcovers for vehicles used in watersports, biking, etc.

    The problem with protectants like Scotchgard is that they might not protect too well against certain types of stains, especially ones that are acidic in nature. Also if you don't get to the stain immediately, then it's harder to control the amount of damage.

    But it's certainly better than nothing at all. You can test if the fabric has protection from the factory by finding some inconspicuous spot to pour a little water on it. If the water doesn't pool up, but soaks immediately into the fabric, then there's no protection on there.

  • mickeymouse1mickeymouse1 Member Posts: 49
    Stever and Mr_Shiftright...thank you for your information...I did find a site that sells full sets of seat covers which may be a good option as well...
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