Keep Your Leather Items As Good As New
Leather items are one of the more expensive investments you can make. When you invest in high-quality leather, it is important to remember that it will only last as long as the care and maintenance continues. Here are some tips for keeping your leather items as good as new for all their years to come!
1) Make sure your leather boots are properly fitted to your feet. This is one of the first steps towards a longer-lasting, quality item. If they're not fit correctly, particles and water can seep into them and cause rot or mushy discoloration over time where they rub against each other while on your feet.
2) Use proper leather care products. Your leather product should always be protected from moisture and dirt at all times; that's why we recommend you buy a quality leather conditioner or cream such as Design House Leather Conditioner to keep your item protected and well-cared for.
3) Be cautious of where you store your items. If it's not properly stored in a dry place, the product may not be protected from moisture, moisture will cause mold to grow which can damage the item over time, and if they are left in direct sunlight or other extreme conditions then they can cause discoloration over time.
4) Regularly clean your item. You should do this at least every 6 months or so for optimal care. This will ensure your leather is kept safe from dirt and grime, and the oils from your fingers won't damage the product either.
5) If you do get a stain on your item, grab a rubber glove and rub some Leather Cleaner on it to lift the stain out. Be sure to check out video below for more tips and tricks on keeping your leather in tip-top shape!
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How to Clean Your Leather Furniture with Homemade Cleaner
Mix one part vinegar with two parts warm water in a spray bottle.
Spray the solution on the leather furniture and then buff dry with a clean rag. Leather Furniture Cleaner: Vinegar / Water (1:2) 3 tablespoons of vegetable oil 2 tablespoons of glycerin Mix vinegar and water, add vegetable oil and glycerin, then apply to clean leather. Leave at least 5 minutes, wipe off with a soft cloth and allow to dry naturally. It is recommended that you first use vinegar or lemon juice so as not to alter the color of your leather furniture. This is not a method of cleaning, but a way to prevent staining. Here are some homemade recipes that are very common, but maybe not safe or effective. How to Clean Leather Furniture With Lemon Juice and Vinegar
Mix 2 parts vinegar with 1 part lemon juice. Rub the mixture on your leather furniture in an even coat and allow it to sit for 15 minutes. Then wipe off the excess solution as you would with a cleaner.
How to Clean Leather Furniture With Hot Water
Add white vinegar or lemon juice to a spray bottle, then fill it with hot water combined with a few drops of dish soap. Apply the solution on your leather furniture and allow it to sit for 10 – 15 minutes. Then, using a clean cloth or sponge, wipe away the excess solution. How to Clean Leather Furniture With Olive Oil
Mix equal parts olive oil and white vinegar. Apply the mixture on your leather furniture with a clean rag and then wipe the excess away with a separate rag. How to Clean Leather Furniture With Neat's Foot Oil
Stir neat's foot oil into warm water. Apply it on your leather furniture and allow it to sit for 10 – 15 minutes before wiping it off with a soft cloth. How to Clean Leather Furniture With Saddle Soap
Mix equal parts olive oil and white vinegar. Apply the mixture on your leather furniture with a clean rag and then wipe the excess away with a separate rag. How to Clean Leather Furniture With Salt, Lemon Juice, and Cream of Tartar
Pour 1 cup of salt into a bowl and add 1 tablespoon of lemon juice, then fill it with 1/2 cup of warm water. Mix them together until they are dissolved, then add 1/2 teaspoon cream of tartar. Apply this mixture on your leather furniture with a clean cloth, use another cloth to wipe the excess off, and then let it dry naturally. How to Clean Leather Furniture With Dishwashing Detergent Add 1 tablespoon of dishwashing detergent to 1 pint of warm water. Apply it on your leather furniture with a clean cloth and wipe the excess away with a separate cloth How to Clean Leather Furniture With Pumice Powder
Mix equal parts of pumice powder, cornmeal, and warm water. Make sure the mixture is not too thick. Apply it on your leather furniture. Then use a separate clean cloth or sponge in order to wipe the excess away. Rinse your leather furniture thoroughly with clean water if necessary. How to Clean Leather Furniture With Baby Shampoo
Add 8 drops of baby shampoo to 1/2 cup of warm water. Apply it on your leather furniture with a clean sponge or cloth and wipe the excess away with a separate cloth or sponge. Allow it to dry naturally. How to Clean Leather Furniture With Baby Oil
Mix equal parts baby oil and white vinegar. Make sure the mixture is not too thick, then apply it on your leather using a clean cloth or sponge. Wipe off the excess using a separate cloth. How to Clean Leather Furniture With Rain-X
Mix equal parts of rubbing alcohol and water, then add 10 – 12 drops of Rain – X liquid into your mixture after shaking the bottle well.
How to Clean Leather Furniture With Oven Cleaner
Pour equal parts of warm water and oven cleaner in a bowl. Apply the mixture on your leather furniture with a clean sponge, allow it to sit for 1 – 2 minutes and then wipe the excess off with a separate sponge.
How to Clean Leather Furniture With Ammonia
Add 1 tablespoon of ammonia to 1 pint of hot water. Put the solution in a spray bottle, then apply it generously on your leather furniture using a clean cloth or sponge. Make sure you test this solution on an inconspicuous area first before applying it all over your furniture for an easier removal process.
Conclusion:
The leather furniture is a living room essential that everyone needs to consider in their future home design. Your leather furniture will more than likely be an investment for a long time, so it is important that you maintain it properly and clean it as needed. The leather furniture also will get dirty sooner or later, so don't be afraid to throw away the old cleaner and try out new concoctions.
Always remember to keep your leather furniture clean , but also take care of it for the rest of its life.