In autumn and winter, we like to reach for leather clothes. Jackets and coats made with additional insulation provide high comfort on colder days, as do gloves. The fashion for leather products and outerwear does not stop, so it is worth having at least one such piece in your capsule wardrobe. Don’t forget that leather needs proper care to be beautiful and durable. How to clean leather clothes to make them look like new? Do this regularly, well cared for material can survive years of use without cracking or damage.
How often should leather clothing and accessories be cleaned?
Like other clothes, even leather clothes and accessories tend to get dirty during intensive use.
- Not all marks on this natural, beautiful material can be removed by gentle rubbing with a damp cloth.
- In addition, leather should not be treated only when it shows signs of daily use.
How often do you need to clean leather clothing and accessories so that they remain functional for many years and do not lose their intense color and natural shine?
Some people think that natural leather is an extremely capricious material, but with proper care and protection, it can look like new for years. However, if you don’t pay enough attention to leather clothing and accessories, they can begin to dry out and over time, unsightly scratches and cracks will appear on them. Fortunately, the natural material can be protected with just a few simple steps – and you can do it yourself without worrying about damaging your favorite products.
We will advise you on how to clean leather clothes and accessories and enjoy how they age without losing any of their charm.
- The first treatment of a leather jacket, shoes, elegant shoes, gloves or belt is worth doing shortly after purchase.
The high susceptibility of the material to drying out makes it necessary to repeat its regular polishing. With a little practice and a good sunscreen, it really isn’t difficult.
- Repeat cleaning and polishing every three months – this will draw out the dirt that has accumulated on the material and moisten the fibers, thus preserving their structure. The leather used for clothing and accessories will not dry out or crack.
How to clean leather items – home remedies
My grandfather has always used natural organic soap with a neutral pH to clean leather vests and jackets. Similarly, for subsequent hydration and protection, he only reached for products in the form of creams, pastes or lotions, which had a simple composition without aggressive chemicals. Following his example I created home essentials for leather care.
I always have:
- a soft horsehair brush
- clean microfiber cleaning cloth
- clean microfiber cloth for polishing and polishing
For cleaning, I use natural soap without chemical additives, but with new things I always try it on a small, invisible piece of fabric.
- Always be careful, as wet action on some types of materials can leave ugly marks or even extensive stains.
- Try to handle new leather products with care, always find out how they have been protected and which protective and degreasing agents will be suitable for them.
Three short steps every three months
Every three months, thoroughly clean your favorite leather clothes and accessories and treat them with a protective coating. Do it in three short steps and the leather will age with a typical, unique charm.
- Start by brushing your skin – this will remove surface dirt and dust lodged in the pores, avoiding tarnishing and micro-scratches that can occur when dirt rubs into the fibers during polishing.
- Gently rub the selected and proven cleaning agent into the surface of the skin with a soft brush in circular motions – always apply the selected cleaning agent to the brush first, never directly to the skin.
- Protect the cleaned skin with a protective product, while not avoiding the seams either. Wait at least an hour before starting the final polishing with a clean microfiber cloth.
Are you looking for a way to get rid of minor scuffs on the sleeves or a larger part of your leather jacket? These marks can be disguised with a home method.
- Prepare a white toothpaste without any whitening ingredients in the composition (check this carefully, because it is very important).
- Rub it into the fabric with a soft cloth, then wipe the spot (stain) with a damp cloth and wait for it to dry completely.
Did you get white spots on your jacket during road salt season? These are definitely traces of salt, which you can remove with a self-prepared solution. When you see white streaks, don’t panic.
- Mix a little white vinegar with water and use a soft cloth soaked in the solution to wipe away the stain.
After cleaning, don’t forget to additionally coat the skin in the contaminated area with a protective agent, with which you will nourish and protect it anew.
Skin does not age. At home, I restored leather shoes from a few seasons ago. Simple but effective
