Only slightly OT: spray carpet die can be really handy Options

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I have to admit I was very skeptical before having actually tried this, but I have to say it’s exceeded my expectations.

This is the 1984 928 that sat badly stored outside in Tustin for 18 years before I rescued it. It only had 74,000 miles on it, so the materials were not worn out they were just a bit dirty and sun faded. After cleaning the carpet surfaces really well but gently and allowing it to dry I brushed it with a stiff nylon brush. After that I sprayed a very light coat of die and then immediately worked it in with the same brush.

I expect there may be disagreement on this but for my daily driver use this is perfectly acceptable. Well worth the $16 can and some elbow grease.

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I have used liquid Rit Fabric die, with good results. Used a pump spray bottle for in car carpet applications. Mixed about 4 parts water to 1 part dye (that stuff is concentrated!). I use a brush to work it in and/or massage it in with nitrile gloves in those hard to reach spots. Takes a day in the hot sun to dry completely, but for a cheap SOB like me, it beats a $20 rattle can. As noted, a clean carpet is key for good & lasting results.

I have also used it in a big plastic tub for recoloring original factory floor mats, if they are not all worn out.