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Private Jet Upholstery Cleaning Cost: Seat-by-Seat Prices

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If the seats are the part of your cabin that need attention most, you may not need a full interior deep clean. Here’s what private jet upholstery cleaning costs with us, seat by seat, what’s included, and when a full interior clean is the better value.

Private jet upholstery cleaning cost: leather cabin seats cleaned and conditioned

Private jet upholstery cleaning cost: our starting prices

These are starting prices for seats in reasonable condition. The final price depends on the material, the condition and the number of seats, and we’ll always confirm it in writing before any work starts.

ServiceStarting price
Leather seat: clean and conditionfrom £80 per seat
Fabric seat: low-moisture deep cleanfrom £70 per seat
Divan or sofafrom £150 each
Stain or dye-transfer removalfrom £40 per seat, in addition to cleaning
Colour restoration for worn armrests and edgesfrom £150 per seat
Call-out feefrom £250 per visit, depending on location and whether the work is in or out of hours

A call-out fee applies to every visit, starting from £250. The exact fee depends on where the aircraft is and whether the work is carried out in or out of hours. It covers travel to the aircraft, airside access arrangements with the airport, FBO or MRO, and setting up safely on the aircraft. We’ll include it clearly in your quote, so there are no surprises.

What affects the price

  • Material: leather, fabric, suede-style materials and two-tone finishes each need a different method and different products.
  • Condition: heavy soiling, stains, dye transfer from clothing or worn, faded leather all take longer.
  • Number and type of seats: a light jet with six or seven seats is a very different job from a large cabin with club seating and divans.
  • Access and timing: out-of-hours work or a tight turnaround between flights may need a bigger team.

What’s included in a seat clean

Leather seats: we test every product on a hidden area first, then clean with a pH-balanced leather cleaner and a soft brush to lift dirt from the grain, wipe it away with clean microfibre, and finish with a conditioner that keeps the leather supple. We never use silicone-based dressings, which leave a greasy shine.

Fabric seats: we use a low-moisture method suited to the fabric, treating stains individually rather than saturating the seat, so it dries quickly and the fire-rated materials aren’t affected.

You can read more about our methods in our guide to private jet interior cleaning.

Private jet cabin with leather club seats after seat cleaning

Seats only, or a full interior deep clean?

On a light jet, a seats-only clean is often the most cost-effective option. On a larger cabin, the cost of cleaning every seat individually soon approaches the price of a full interior deep clean, which starts from £1,500 and also covers the carpets, headliner, sidewalls, galley, washroom and cockpit.

If that’s the case, we’ll tell you, and recommend whichever gives you the better value. You can compare options on our aircraft cleaning packages page, and our guide to aircraft cleaning costs in the UK explains pricing in more detail.

Common questions about upholstery cleaning costs

Are these fixed prices?

No. They’re starting prices for seats in reasonable condition. We confirm the final price in writing before any work begins, once we know the number of seats, the materials and their condition.

Is there a call-out fee?

Yes. A call-out fee applies to every visit, starting from £250. It depends on where the aircraft is and whether the work is in or out of hours, and covers travel, airside access and set-up. It’s shown clearly in your quote.

How long does it take?

Most leather seats take between 30 minutes and an hour each to clean and condition, depending on their condition. We’ll give you a time for the whole job when we quote, and plan around your next flight.

Can you remove dye transfer and stains?

Usually, yes. Dye transfer from jeans and everyday marks can often be removed as part of the clean. Older or deeper stains may need extra treatment, which we’ll quote for separately.

Do you re-cover or repair seats?

No. Re-covering, foam replacement and seat repairs are specialist upholstery work. If your seats need more than cleaning and colour restoration, we’ll tell you honestly and can point you to a specialist.

For a quote, tell us the aircraft type, where it’s based and the number of seats and divans, and we’ll come back to you with a clear quote. Call our 24-hour concierge line on 01268 204 607 or send us a message. You’ll also find answers to common questions in our aircraft detailing FAQs.

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