04 May How to Take Care of Leather fabrics?

Leather or suede fabrics require special caring. Knowing caring techniques is essential to maintaining this valuable outfit. Leather is trendy among all people due to its quality, high durability and unique beauty. Unlike other clothes, you can’t simply put your leather jacket in the washing machine, as this will cause the coat to wrinkle, crack and twist. Whether it’s wholly formal and straightforward or colourful with many decorations, a leather jacket is a vital garment that should be well cared for. Before ruining your leather fabrics with minor mistakes, it’s better to look at the points gained from long experiences.

Caring a leather fabrics

If you have just bought a leather jacket for yourself and haven’t worn it yet, it’s better to remember these points before wearing it.

• It’s vital to use a leather spray or wax to maintain softness and prevent cracking your coat or jacket. If you plan to use a spray, always test it on a small area before spraying your entire jacket to make sure it fits your coat and doesn’t cause damage or discolouration. To try the spray, choose a place in the coat, such as under the collar, that isn’t visible.
• If you feel that your leather jacket is too dry and on the verge of cracking, but you don’t have access to leather wax, you can use Vaseline instead. Of course, don’t forget that you shouldn’t apply Vaseline in high concentrations and directly on the leather. It’s better to first dip your hand a little in Vaseline and then rub it on a leather jacket.
• If water, ink or other materials have damaged your leather jacket, it’s better to remove the stain first and then use wax or spray to protect the leather on your plan.
• Leather softener or moisturiser can help soften and protect old leather jackets. By doing this, you can increase your leather jacket’s life and prevent cracks in it. But too much oil can clog pores and affect the jacket’s colour or durability. Only use a leather softener when you feel dry or stiff.
• Don’t wash your leather clothes too much. Excessive washing causes the leather to disappear gradually.
• You can remove some stains with a hair spray or toothpaste.
• Never use products that contain mineral oil or petroleum, which can cause significant damage.
• Leather varnish enhances your coat’s shine but may change its colour, dryness or clog the leather surface. Use it for special occasions when storing a leather jacket and test on a hidden area before using a new product. Cover with a cloth until a glossy surface is created. Never polish suede this way. Also, don’t use shoe polish, even if it’s for leather shoes.
• In wet and winter conditions, white salt deposits form on the leather. Quickly wipe the salt off with a damp cloth to prevent dry stains and cracks. Allow the leather to air dry, and then apply the emollient to the affected area.
• Clean the suede with a special brush or dry sponge. Suede brushes can remove stains but may scratch other leather materials. Hang the suede in the steam bath first. Don’t iron steam directly on the suede, as the suede can be damaged by heat.
• Avoid using clothespins that put too much pressure on a small area of ​​clothing.
• Leather exposed to the air will last longer. When temporarily storing leather in the bag, open the bag whenever possible to expose it to the air. It’s good to keep the coat inside the closet unless it’s unusually hot or humid.
• Don’t polish leather jackets too much. Your coat will indeed shine with this work, but it may become pale and brittle.
• Never use olive oil and other oily liquid to soften the leather. Using them will cause the leather surface to become cloudy and the leather to smell bad.

Dusting off the leather fabrics

If your leather jacket has been in the closet for a while and you’re thinking about wearing it again, it may need dusting first. Use a dry cotton swab to prevent the leather from being touched or damaged.

First, test your jacket by dropping water on it. If water remains on the surface, it’s safe to remove dirt from the leather using a slightly damp cloth. Don’t use water if it’s absorbed and the leather is dark.

Removing stains from leather fabrics

• Water stain

If you accidentally get stuck in the rain or spill water on your leather jacket in any way, you shouldn’t throw it in the dryer or try to dry the wet stain with a hairdryer. Direct heat can damage a natural leather jacket or coat. To better maintain the leather jacket, it’s better to hang it in a place where there’s enough light and air to dry itself.

• Alcohol

It’s better to leave the black pen’s mark on your leather clothes to experts, but if you have to, you can use an alcohol towel to remove the ink. An alcohol towel is limited to ink stains on leather coats and jackets; Never use this method for a suede coat. Another point is that don’t use a coloured cloth to remove ink stains or rub the fabric firmly on the leather clothes.

• Mould 

Mould or fungal moulds can quickly destroy an expensive leather jacket. Before performing regular washing, it’s necessary to get rid of these unpleasant moulds, mix an equal amount of water and alcohol, then pour it into a spray bottle.

Spray some water and alcohol mixture on a damp, clean cloth and apply it to the affected areas. Use a clean, fluffy white handkerchief to clean the leather and change the fabric if it gets dirty. And let the coat air dry.

How to wash leather fabrics

• Make a mild soap solution. Add a small amount of warm water to a large bowl. Pour about two teaspoons of dishwashing liquid into it and stir the solution until the soap dissolves well. A very gentle solution should be made so that you can clean your clothes without damaging the leather. Excessive use of detergents can damage the leather and discolour it. It may also lead to a dull, pale appearance.

Then place the towel or sponge in the soap solution and then squeeze it to remove excess liquid. Water shouldn’t drip from the towel or sponge; it should just be slightly damp. If the sponge is too wet, moisture will saturate the leather and damage it. If you aren’t careful, using tight fabrics may cause scratches on the leather.

• Don’t wash thin coats of lamb or suede at home. Take them to the laundry, which has the necessary equipment to remove even the most stubborn stains. So you don’t need to worry about wrinkles or torn leather.
• You can make a household cleaning solution for cleaning leather. First, you need to mix a cup of lukewarm water and a tablespoon of baby shampoo. Then apply the solution with a soft sponge on your leather clothes. After that, absorb the moisture with a soft cloth and dry the surface after 15 minutes. Finally, place near air at room temperature. Don’t zip the jacket or shoelaces until the air circulation is complete and the leather is dehydrated.

Removing wrinkles

Learn how to get rid of wrinkles. Keeping the jacket on the clothes hanger will prevent and eliminate minor wrinkles. If you suffer from major ones in the caring of leather jackets, it’s recommended to take the jacket to a professional leather cleaner. Another method is ironing clothes. Set the iron to the lowest option, place the leather under the fabric and iron the fabric quickly and in a short time.

Drying leather

Avoid direct sunlight and heat. Direct sunlight can dim the leather or change the stain’s colour. Heat can cause dryness and cracking, so keep clothes in a cool place away from heat vents and other heat sources.

Leather is a valuable and expensive fabric that is popular among all. But if not properly maintained, these expensive clothes will quickly deteriorate. Leather is tough to keep and remove the stain. You can safely leave this task to the NeatEx professional team without any stress, then get your leather clothes in the highest quality. With NeatEx, you will always be fashionable.