Frequently Asked Questions

• How do I avoid getting Armor All® Protectant on my windows and windshield when I'm protecting my car's interior?

  To avoid overspray of Armor All® Protectant onto your glass, spray the protectant directly onto a cloth (cotton & terry cloth work best) and wipe. Armor All® Original Protectant Wipes offer greater control to evenly treat surfaces.

• Can I use Armor All® Protectants on leather, including car seats, furniture and shoes?

  Armor All® Leather Care Protectant products are perfect for use on your treated leather home furnishings. Our specially formulated leather products condition your leather, whether in your car or house, helping to keep your leather looking like new. These products, however, are not designed for use on suede, buckskin or fabric. They are also not designed for use on bench or cycle seats due to slipperiness. If you have any doubts about a specific surface, it’s always wise to test an inconspicuous area first.

• Can I use Armor All® Protectants on paint?

  Armor All® Protectant is not designed for use on paint. Although the product will not harm your car’s paint finish, it may leave a dull or streaky appearance. For best results on paint, try using Armor All® Car Wash.

• Can I use Armor All® Protectants on vinyl, including convertible tops, covers and seats?

  Armor All® Protectants are ideal for vinyl, and can help to prevent discoloration and fading on these surfaces. However, these products are not recommended for canvas or other fabrics. For these surfaces, try Armor All® Multi-Purpose Auto Cleaner or Armor All® Cleaning Wipes for a quick and easy way to clean your car’s fabric surfaces.

• What are the ingredients in Armor All® Protectants? Do they include silicone, alcohol, ultraviolet inhibitors and petroleum distillates?

  Armor All protectant and leather care protectant products contain surfactants and water-based silicone emulsions. They do not contain alcohols or petroleum distillates. In addition, Armor All® Outlast® Interior Restorer Cream and Outlast® Leather Restorer contain UV inhibitors.

• What is the shelf life of Armor All® Protectant?

  The shelf lives of Armor All® protectant products are at least five years from date of manufacture.” Products may last longer than our shelf life.

• Can I use Armor All® Protectant products on my dashboard? Will they cause cracking?

  Armor All® Protectant products are safe to use on your car’s dashboard, and will not cause cracking. In fact, Armor All® Protectant products are specially formulated to guard against UV damage (like cracking and discoloration). Whether you prefer sprays, wipes or gel, our Protectants can help keep your dashboard looking like new.

• Can I use Armor All® Protectant products on my tires, including whitewall, motorcycle and bicycle?

  Armor All® Protectant products are ideal for protecting, shining and cleaning your car tires or tire tread. Just spray onto surface, let penetrate and wipe off for a great shine and long-lasting protection. However, these products should not be used on cycle tires due to slipperiness.

• What is the difference between Armor All® Protectant and other brands?

  Armor All® Protectant is the market leader in providing protection to vinyl, rubber and plastic car surfaces. Not only does regular use of Armor All® Original Protectant guard against UV damage, fading and discoloration, but the product also delivers outstanding shine.

• Can I use Armor All® Protectant on rubber?

  Yes. Armor All® Protectant products are specially designed to protect, clean and shine rubber surfaces. Using Armor All® Protectant regularly is an easy way to help protect your rubber surfaces from cracking, UV damage, fading or discoloration.

• Can I use Armor All® Protectant on household surfaces?

  Although Armor All® Protectant is generally used to clean, protect and shine your car, you can use this product on several household surfaces, including vinyl, rubber, and hard, colored plastic surfaces. Test first in an inconspicuous area, and make sure that you avoid using it on surfaces where slipperiness may be a problem.

• Can I use Armor All® Protectants on vinyl, including convertible tops, covers and seats?

  Armor All® Protectants are ideal for vinyl, and can help to prevent discoloration and fading on these surfaces. However, these products are not recommended for canvas or other fabrics. For these surfaces, try Armor All® Multi-Purpose Auto Cleaner or Armor All® Cleaning Wipes for a quick and easy way to clean your car’s fabric surfaces.