Stocking on leather furniture in your home is a sure way to impart a high end look to your home. However, it will require an extra dose of love and care in the form of correct cleaning and maintenance. The manufacturers tag on your leather furniture should be your guide to take care of it in the best way possible.
Here are care and maintenance tips for your priced leather furniture:
• Cleaning
Always use a microfiber cloth to wipe off dirt from your leather furniture. This will prevent a buildup of dust over time. For stubborn dust use a cloth that’s lightly dampened with distilled water but not a soaking one as water should never soak into leather. Never use brushes and scrubbers on leather.
• Vacuuming
Leather furniture builds up dirt and debris on the surface, as well as behind and under cushions and in crevices. Vacuuming is the best way of getting rid of hard set dirt from the furniture.
• Quick Action For Spills
Immediately blot away spills with a dry fiber cloth or sponge when they occur. Remember to use as little water as possible. Avoid wiping it as that will spread the spill. Consult a professional for serious stains. Just ensure no stain makes its way into the leather. If your leather gets wet for any reason let it dry naturally and not with the help of heaters or air blowers.
• Special Cleaners
The cleaners used to clean the furniture should be leather specific. Avoid detergents, all purpose cleaning sprays, bleach, furniture polish, ammonia and other general cleaners as they can be extremely harsh on leather furniture. Keep the leather cleaner handy at all times. The faster you clear a mess, the longer the leather will last. Always spot test a cleaning agent on hidden part of the leather furniture to be very sure it is safe.
• Manufacturer’s Instructions
Always read the care guidelines carefully so as to know specific care requirements for your piece of leather furniture. It is very important to clean the leather on your furniture as per its type to make it last.
• Positioning Of The Furniture
Leather furniture is very sensitive to the area it is placed in. Keep it far from air conditioner vents, fireplace, heater or at a place where it is exposed to direct sunlight. Exposure to these things can cause it to dry out and crack or fade.
• Conditioning
Regularly applying a leather conditioner protects it from drying out and cracking. It’s a good practice to apply a leather conditioner recommended by the manufacturer twice a year. You are better off opting for superior brands.
Here are care and maintenance tips for your priced leather furniture:
• Cleaning
Always use a microfiber cloth to wipe off dirt from your leather furniture. This will prevent a buildup of dust over time. For stubborn dust use a cloth that’s lightly dampened with distilled water but not a soaking one as water should never soak into leather. Never use brushes and scrubbers on leather.
• Vacuuming
Leather furniture builds up dirt and debris on the surface, as well as behind and under cushions and in crevices. Vacuuming is the best way of getting rid of hard set dirt from the furniture.
• Quick Action For Spills
Immediately blot away spills with a dry fiber cloth or sponge when they occur. Remember to use as little water as possible. Avoid wiping it as that will spread the spill. Consult a professional for serious stains. Just ensure no stain makes its way into the leather. If your leather gets wet for any reason let it dry naturally and not with the help of heaters or air blowers.
• Special Cleaners
The cleaners used to clean the furniture should be leather specific. Avoid detergents, all purpose cleaning sprays, bleach, furniture polish, ammonia and other general cleaners as they can be extremely harsh on leather furniture. Keep the leather cleaner handy at all times. The faster you clear a mess, the longer the leather will last. Always spot test a cleaning agent on hidden part of the leather furniture to be very sure it is safe.
• Manufacturer’s Instructions
Always read the care guidelines carefully so as to know specific care requirements for your piece of leather furniture. It is very important to clean the leather on your furniture as per its type to make it last.
• Positioning Of The Furniture
Leather furniture is very sensitive to the area it is placed in. Keep it far from air conditioner vents, fireplace, heater or at a place where it is exposed to direct sunlight. Exposure to these things can cause it to dry out and crack or fade.
• Conditioning
Regularly applying a leather conditioner protects it from drying out and cracking. It’s a good practice to apply a leather conditioner recommended by the manufacturer twice a year. You are better off opting for superior brands.
