Katzkin FAQ

Question 1

What materials does Katzkin offer and what do they mean?

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Premium

Katzkin Premium Automotive Leather is a top-grain aniline dyed leather, produced in Brazil from hand selected hides of local origin. Our industry leading Premium Leather receives a special retannage which enriches the leather and tightens the grain structure. A correction process then refines the surface of the leather, preparing the material for grain enhancement during the finishing process.

Katzkin Premium Leather features a durable protective finish that is impregnated into the leather, becoming an integral part of the material. This unique recipe for tanning and finishing results in a superior hand and a smooth surface touch. Katzkin Premium leather has been tested extensively to confirm that it meets or exceeds industry specifications for use in automotive interiors.

Tuscany

Katzkin Tuscany Leather is an elegant, fine-grained, automotive leather made from the clearest of Brazilian hides. This exclusive leather has been fully enriched and lightly corrected to produce a hand which is superior to other automotive leathers. The vegetable combination retannage creates the luxurious, tight grain texture and roundness of hand. This clear leather reveals its natural characteristics while retaining the high performance necessary to meet strict automotive performance specifications. Resulting from decades of experience in the leather industry, Tuscany is our finest leather.

Barracuda

Katzkin Barracuda is a unique preparation of our Premium Leather, providing a striking visual effect. In production, the leather is aniline dyed, with rich colorful dyes that fully penetrate the leather. Barracuda is then finished with a solid (usually Black in color) protective finish. Finally, the leather is perforated with a square shaped perf design, revealing the rich contrasting dye color around the edges of the perforated squares. Barracuda adds an element of drama and sophistication to any application.

Suedezkin

Katzkin Suedezkin is a luxury microfiber suede from Miko* that is made primarily from recycled polyester fiber and is 100% recyclable. It meets the most stringent requirements of the automobile industry for luxurious, timeless beauty, as well as the needs of the most demanding drivers for comfort, elasticity and breathability.

Synthetics

Katzkin synthetic materials are designed to complement our fine leathers. They are proven to be stain resistant, easy to clean, durable, antimicrobial, and antibacterial resistant. These materials are soft and supple to the touch and available in matching colors for our Premium and Tuscany Leathers as well as other trend-setting colors and textures.

Question 2

Are there more design options available?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Yes! There are thousands of ways to customize your Katzkin interior. Once you choose your preliminary design, you may speak to your Katzkin Interior Specialists about additional product and design options. Give us a call at (877) 811-8840 and we would be happy to help.

Question 3

Why should I choose Katzkin?

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Katzkin has been the leading manufacturer of custom automotive premium interiors for over 30 years. Our superior quality product is respected in the industry and we are the official premium interior supplier to Jeep, RAM, Dodge, Chrysler, Fiat, Ford, Shelby, Hertz and CarMax. Over 2 million cars and trucks have been upgraded with Katzkin interiors, and you can be confident in our national 3-year/36,000 miles warranty. Our premium interiors have been rigorously tested and approved by automotive engineers and independent testing laboratories.

See Katzkin's superior craftsmanship in action:

Question 4

Does Katzkin offer a non-leather or vegan option?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Yes! The majority of Katzkin designs are available in a non-leather synthetic material. Please select your preliminary design and speak to your Katzkin installer about your material preference.

Question 5

How does a Katzkin interior compare to a seat cover?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

A seat cover simply slips over over your current seat, often resulting in a loose or wrinkled look. Katzkin is way more than a seat cover. We manufacture precisely engineered automotive premium interiors that completely replace the cloth in your vehicle, including all seating surfaces, plus any center consoles or door panels (unless they are covered with a hard plastic or vinyl). Katzkin interiors are professionally installed and are guaranteed to meet or exceed the fit and finish of a factory leather interior.

See the attention to detail and perfect factory fit of a professionally installed Katzkin interior:

Question 6

How do I get a Katzkin interior when buying a vehicle from a dealership?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Use our design selector to choose your design and let your dealer know that you want a Katzkin interior installed in your vehicle. If you have any issues getting a Katzkin interior when purchasing your new or used vehicle, give us a call at 1-888-528-9546.

Question 7

Does Katzkin offer premium interiors for all cars and trucks?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

We can make a new interior for more than 2,500 vehicles, covering virtually all mid-market vehicles on the road today. Unfortunately, we do not make interiors for luxury vehicles that come with leather from the factory. If you do not see what you need, just give us a call at 1-877-8840, and we can help you find it.

Question 8

How will my new Katzkin Interior affect my airbag and OCS systems?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

We perform a detailed inspection of each seat and our interiors are designed to maintain the integrity of the original airbag and OCS systems. We also perform ongoing safety testing using OEM factory specifications to ensure we continue to meet all factory requirements.

Question 9

Do you offer seat heating or cooling?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Yes! Katzkin oﬀers OEM quality seating temperature control systems that can be incorporated into your premium leather interior. From our heat only system that oﬀers a high and low level of warmth, to our state-of-the-art heating and cooling system that provides 3-levels of heat and 3-levels of air conditioned comfort, you’ll ﬁnd these innovative options oﬀered exclusively from Katzkin. Give us a call at 877-811-8840 and we would be happy to help!

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Question 10

Will leather add value to my car?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

If given a choice, most consumers prefer leather and will look for that option in a used car. Leather not only provides visual appeal and comfort but also has tremendous practical value due to ease of clean up and maintenance.

Question 11

How does a Katzkin interior compare to a factory-installed leather interior?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Katzkin premium leather-trimmed interiors are produced from the finest imported automotive leathers and are specifically engineered to meet or exceed factory performance specifications. Our quality and craftsmanship is tested and trusted by Chrysler for their entire family of vehicles (Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, RAM and Fiat) as well as the Ford Motor Company.

Question 12

Are Katzkin interiors covered with a warranty?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Yes. Every Katzkin leather-trimmed interior is backed by a 3 year/36,000 mile national warranty.

Question 13

Which interior design should I select for my vehicle?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

All of Katzkin's interiors are professionally designed to match the unique personality and style of each vehicle. In general, our designs are anchored in one of the colors that match the current finishes of your vehicle's interior. We recommend choosing a design that has a main color which matches your current finishes and selecting accent colors based on your personal style and preference.

If you have any questions, you may select a preliminary design and talk to one of our Katzkin Interior Specialists about additional design options. You may give us a call at (877-811-8840) and we would be happy to help!

Question 14

Can someone help me with my design?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Yes! We recommend that you choose a preliminary design and one of our Katzkin Interior Specialists can walk you through all of our options and help you design your perfect interior through mock-ups and free design consultation. You may also give us a call at 877-811-8840 and we would be happy to help!

Question 15

How should I care for my new interior?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Our materials have received a protective treatment during the manufacturing process, which will protect the surface from the soiling and staining of everyday use throughout the life of your Katzkin interior. If necessary, we recommend the following procedures for cleaning:

For Spots and Spills: Blot any excess liquid immediately with a clean absorbent cloth or sponge. If necessary, use clear, lukewarm water and dry with a clean towel and then air dry. Do not dry wet areas with heat dryers, hair dryers, etc. as this will damage the material.

For Stubborn Spots and Stains: Use a mild solution of Ivory bar soap (not dishwashing liquid) and clear, lukewarm water. Apply the soap to a clean, wet sponge and blot the affected area. Do not apply force or pressure, as the heat and friction of rubbing will damage the surface over time. Rinse and allow to air dry naturally.

For Disinfecting: Katzkin recommends using only botanical-based disinfectants on vehicle seating surfaces used in accordance with the directions on the product label. Alcohol or ammonium-based disinfectants could damage your interior when used consistently over time.

Do Not Use: Saddle soaps, oils, abrasives, cleaners containing detergent (such as dishwashing liquids), solvents (mineral spirits), any products containing alcohol (hand sanitizers), household disinfecting sprays or wipes, varnish, ammonia water or any products containing bleach, as these types of cleaners will cause damage to the protective top coat of the interior and use of listed products may void your warranty.

Note regarding Blue Dye Transfer: Some clothing items (such as darker jeans) contain dyes that may transfer to lighter color upholstery surfaces, including lighter color automotive leathers. This dye transfer occurs naturally over time and does not reflect a defect in the finish of the leather. If you are concerned about the possibility of blue dye transfer, we recommend that you consider a darker color for your leather interior.

Question 16

Are Katzkin interiors 100% leather?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Virtually all mid-market cars have leather-trimmed seats, which means that part of the seat is covered with leather and part is covered with high-quality synthetic material.

Katzkin leather content reflects the leather content provided by the car
manufacturer, which normally includes full leather seating surfaces in the
front seats and a combination of leather and synthetic materials in the rear
seating areas. We use only premium automotive leathers and synthetics, which
are designed to meet or exceed the quality of the leather interior option
offered by the manufacturer.

Question 17

What is included in my interior?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Your installer will remove the cloth from your front and rear seats, replacing it with your new premium interior, including all the door panels and center console covering (depending on the vehicle). As a general rule: if it has cloth on it, we replace it with your new premium interior.

If you choose a two-tone option, the tow-tone colors will be placed on the front driver and passenger as well as the outer seats in the rear. Note that the middle rear seat will be a single-tone color as this is typical with factory designs.

Question 18

How long does it take?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

We will schedule your appointment with one of our local Katzkin authorized installers who can generally install your new interior in 2 days or less.

Question 19

Can I install it myself?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

No, these are not seat covers. Katzkin interiors are professionally-installed. A Katzkin authorized professional installer will remove all of the cloth from the seats and replace it with a new premium interior, complete with door panels and console covering (depending upon the vehicle). A good rule of thumb: if it has cloth on it, we will replace that cloth with the new premium interior.

Take a look at our detailed installation process in the video below:

Question 20

How do I upgrade my current vehicle with a Katzkin interior?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Enter the year, make, and model of your vehicle from the Choose Your Design starting page. Or just give us a call at 877-811-8840 and we would be happy to help.
Choose any design from the Design Selector page. Don’t worry about selecting the perfect design as we can easily change this later!
Complete the simple contact form.
You will be contacted by a Katzkin Interior Specialist to go over pricing, design details, and to schedule your appointment if you choose to proceed.

Question 21

How much does it cost to upgrade my vehicle to a Katzkin interior?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

The estimated price to upgrade your vehicle with a professionally installed, premium Katzkin leather interior starts at $2195, depending on your vehicle and the options you select. This is a fraction of the cost of a luxury trim package on a new car.

Question 22

What is a new Katzkin interior?

Katzkin · Accepted Answer

Katzkin will transform your vehicle with a custom, premium leather interior. This is way more than a seat cover--we completely re-upholster your interior, recovering all seating surfaces, plus any center consoles or door panels (unless they are covered with a hard plastic or vinyl).

Katzkin ensures a beautiful, high-quality interior. Our product is engineered to fit your vehicle and uses the finest automotive materials, developed and tested to meet or exceed automotive requirements. We are the only after-market leather interior product that is OEM tested and approved, and we are trusted as an official supplier to Jeep, Ram, Dodge, Chrysler, Ford, Shelby, Roush, Hertz, CarMax, and AutoNation.

You can create the interior that you want. Katzkin gives you more options than anyone, with over 120 colors and specialty materials, plus decorative stitching, 2 tone colors, perforation, piping, and logos. Visit our "Product Options" (a live link) section from the menu to learn more.

And we stand behind every product we sell. We offer a 3 year, 36,000-mile warranty*. We also provide a 100% satisfaction guarantee*--if you are not happy with the quality or fit of the Katzkin product, we will replace it or refund your money.

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