A neat and visually appealing steering wheelcan affect the overall look of a car. It’s the first one

Component that a driver perceives as soon as he gets into a car. However, with every kilometer driven, the steering wheel is subject to signs of wear that damage its appearance.
Especially when buying a used car, many car owners find that the steering wheel is already heavily worn and optically no longer convinced. Even when driving itself, the porous and heavily used surface of the steering wheel can be perceived as unpleasant. In such cases, the use of a steering wheel cover is recommended.

The advantage of leather
With the help of a steering wheel cover, you have the opportunity to exercise a strong influence on the look of your car.
If you want to cover your steering wheel, you can choose between different options. In the meantime the specialized trade offers a wide range of different coatings. Not only in terms of color is offered a lot of variety, also the materials used vary between the models. The most popular cover is made of leather. Leather not only gives the car a very elegant visual appearance, but often adapts perfectly to the existing interior. Furthermore, it feels very good and has a long life. The only downside of leather is that it can get very cold in the frosty winter months. A cover made of fabric is noticeably warmer in such cases, but does not have the appealing look like leather.

How to choose the right steering wheel cover
But not only the appearance is relevant in the choice of the matching leather cover. More importantly, the model has the correct dimensions. A cover can only be used if it is exactly matched to the respective steering wheel.
If you have decided to beautify your steering wheel with a leather cover, the question quickly arises as to how the right model is chosen. At the beginning, carefully determine the steering wheel diameter. Always measure from one edge to the other. Write down the value on a piece of paper. Then measure the grip size and also write down this value. Then search the Internet or specialist retailers for suitable models that match your measurement results. This will ensure that you can easily attach the cover to your steering wheel.
As a rule, the steering wheel cover is not glued. It is simply pulled up and then carefully sewed to avoid slipping when steering. If you are skilled in craftsmanship, you can do the sewing yourself. In case of doubt, car dealers will be happy to help you with this step.

Maintain the leather cover properly
In order for the leather cover for the steering wheel over a long period as a visual enrichment for the motor vehicle, care should be taken to ensure proper care. The specialist trade offers numerous care products for this, with which the material can be optimally cleaned and maintained. Avoid rubbing too long with a rag in one place. You solve so only the leather color layer. Solvent-containing products should not be used for cleaning.