Roche Bobois, Marbella
Here are some great tips to help you get the most out of your leather furniture:
- Keep the furniture out of direct sunlight. This will prevent the leather from fading or cracking.
- Avoid placing the furniture too close to a heater or air conditioner. This will dry it out and may distort the material or finish.
- Regularly rotate the cushions for even wear if possible.
- Vacuum the leather regularly with a soft upholstery attachment.
- Wipe the leather with a soft, clean, damp cloth weekly.
- Every six to twelve months, use a good quality leather conditioner.
When cleaning leather, always test your chosen method in an inconspicuous spot to ensure that the finish is not being damaged. For minor marks and spills, immediately wipe up the excess liquid with a clean cloth or sponge. If necessary, use a damp, soft cloth (moistened with clean lukewarm water) and let the leather air dry. Never use soap or soak the stain with water as this can cause more damage than the original stain. Also, do not use cleaning agents, furniture polish, oils, varnish, abrasive cleaners, detergents, or ammonia. For oil, grease, or butter stains, wipe off the excess with a clean cloth. Nothing more is required as the spot will dissipate into the leather. For persistent stains, call in the help of a professional leather specialist. For minor scratches, use a chamois or clean fingers to gently buff the scratch.
Conditioning the Leather
To keep the leather looking its best, as well as cleaning it you also need to condition it. This will help to maintain its suppleness. Use products that have been approved by the leather manufacturer. Leather care and conditioning kits are available.
There are natural products available as well that can soften and protect the leather. These are made from blends of natural oils such as emu oil, lanolin, and orange oil, as well as waxes that are well suited to leather. These natural products do not contain cheap fillers so they are great for feeding the leather.
Leather Care
Improvement | Issue 5 — February and March 2009
Improvement | Issue 5 — February and March 2009
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