Leather is one of the most durable and resilient materials on the planet, which has made it a favorite among those who need products that will stand the test of time.
With that said, accidents do happen, and even tough stains can generally be removed from your precious leather pieces without too much hassle, especially if you catch them early! Here is a guide to removing various stains from your leather items to keep them looking fresh and pristine as far as possible.
Coffee and Tea
If your coffee or tea stain is still wet, start by blotting it with a paper towel or a clean cloth.
From there, sponge the area softly with warm water until it’s clean, and sprinkle the damp spot with talcum powder to absorb the moisture. Brush off the powder when dry and finish with a leather treatment.
Crayons and Make-up
If your make-up stain was caused by powdered make-up like eye-shadow or finishing powder simply vacuum it up or sweep it away with a soft brush. For more stubborn make-up stains, mix a few drops of dish-washing liquid with water and brush the stain with small, gentle strokes using a cloth soaked in the mixture.
Once done, wipe the area dry with a clean cloth, sprinkle with talcum powder, and brush off once dry.
Ink
If the ink stain on your leather is still wet, blot away the excess gently with a cloth.
Then, create a diluted solution of soap flakes and warm water and wipe the area without wetting it considerably. If the ink stain can still be seen after this, try misting it with a fine spray of isopropyl alcohol and gently wiping until it disappears.
Antiperspirants
Deodorant stains can be easily solved with some dish-washing liquid followed up with talcum powder, but antiperspirants are different. If your leather has been stained with the latter, contact a dry cleaning specialist for assistance!
Outsourcing the task might take a bit longer, but you can at least enjoy some premium cricket online betting NZ while you wait.
Adhesives and Glue
Add a few drops of dish-washing liquid to a soft cloth and rub the affected area softly. Dry with a paper towel. If the stain remains, dry a specialist glue remover, but remember to spot-test it first!
For dry glue, try placing ice cubes in a plastic bag and holding it to the stain, and then using a spoon or a blunt knife to scrape off the glue.
Beer and Wine
For beer and wine stains on leather, start by soaking a soft cloth in warm water and gently wiping the area in question.
Repeat until the smell of the stain has vanished – but if it returns, sponge the affected garment with a mixture of water and white vinegar, and then once more with plain water to deodorize and remove the last of the stain.
Burn Marks
For burn marks, sponge your leather with a mix of water and glycerine, then leave to rest for an hour. Remove the mixture with cold water, and repeat until you achieve the desired results. In a pinch, you can also add a tablespoon of Borax to 500ml of water and blot the area with a clean cloth.
Just remember that this technique can shorten the leather of your lifespan, even though it fades burn marks very well!
