Can you steam clean alcantara / suede

I found conflicting info around the net so I'm curious what the consensus is here

can you steam clean alcantara or suede?

I assume you couldn't use a direct blast of steam. I was thinking more like wrapping a MF towel around the head of the steamer attachment and giving it some juice so you're left with a hot damp mf. then working the surface lightly

thoughts? thanks...

 

Im interested in this as well for my STi seats.

 

I did yesterday on a Maserati interior with no problems. I did use a mf as a barrier

 

yes i do it and folex on honda/acura "type R" seats all the time

 

Dry steam will not harm Alcantara


“Alcantara® Cleaning and Care” - http://www.autopia.org/forum/guide-detailing/137169-alcantara%AE-cleaning-care.html#post1455020

 

thanks for the replies. seems like i'm good.

lot of good info in that article too