How to care for leather furniture so it always looks like new

2024 Author: Malcolm Clapton | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-17 03:44

Tips for choosing protective products and removing stains.

Consider your skin type

It depends on how you should handle the upholstery and what cleaning and protective products to choose.

Genuine leather - processed and untreated (less common) - is durable and resistant to external influences. The type of processing is aniline, semi-aniline or varnished.

Faux leather and eco-leather are not as durable as natural leather, but in general it is a practical material with similar properties.

If you still have instructions after buying furniture, check it for information about the type of leather. If not, look for labels on the furniture itself or for descriptions on the manufacturer's website.

Choose the right product

Pay attention to the advice from the manufacturer of your sofa or chair. Most likely, he also produces cleaning sprays and protective impregnations for his furniture and is better to give preference to them. If they are not available or are not available to you, use generic products based on your skin type.

What to buy:

• Cream for leather goods "Lemon and Lime" from Town Talk Polish, 1,460 rubles →
• Means for skin care from Liqui Moly, 779 rubles →
• Leather cleaner-conditioner from Grass, 580 rubles →
• Means for cleaning the skin from HG, 569 rubles →
• Revitalizing skin conditioner from LAVR, 373 rubles →

Please read the information on the package carefully before purchasing. It should indicate what the product is intended for, what properties it has, whether it needs to be washed off. For example, protective creams and conditioners add shine to the skin and keep it from cracking. They are advised to be applied 1-2 times a year.

Clean upholstery properly

If it is not heavily soiled, vacuum it gently once a week, paying particular attention to seams, folds, and pillow attachment points. Then wipe the furniture with a soft damp cloth and then dry.

Get rid of stains right away

It is advisable to remove them immediately so that they do not have time to be absorbed deep into the skin. Do not use bleach, abrasives, laundry soaps, or ammonia-based solutions for this. Try whichever remedy you choose first on an inconspicuous area of the upholstery. After cleaning, treat the spot with a protective cream or conditioner.

How to get rid of household stains on leather upholstery

These are stains from dirt, greasy food, and spills. They are the easiest to deal with.

• Dampen a cloth with a cleanser suitable for the type of leather the furniture is made of, or a solution of warm water and mild soap.
• Wipe down the upholstery, working small areas one at a time. Try not to get your skin too wet during the process.
• Walk with a clean, damp cloth until you remove any residual product.
• Wipe dry.

How to get rid of ink stains on leather upholstery

Gently rub the stained area on treated leather furniture with a sponge or cotton swab dipped in alcohol. Then remove the marks with a damp cloth. The same method works for wine and juice stains. Use a mild alcohol solution to remove them.

For cleaning untreated leather, it is best to consult a professional. It does not have a protective coating, so the stains will penetrate deep into the material and you will not be able to do it with home remedies.

How to get rid of greasy stains on leather upholstery

If a greasy residue remains where you constantly touch the furniture with your hands or the back of your head, rub the area with a degreasing cleaner.

If you drop oily food, immediately blot the stain and sprinkle talcum powder, starch or flour on the stained area - they will absorb the grease. Leave it on for a few hours, preferably overnight. Finally, use a special leather furniture cleaner.

How to get rid of gum and wax on leather upholstery

• Attach pieces of ice wrapped in a plastic bag to them and leave for a while.
• Pry off carefully with a blunt object if they do not come off on their own.