by Leather | Leather Care |
Leather is arguably one of the most stylish and comfortable materials on the planet. The combination of its soft yet durable texture and classic appearance make it the perfect choice of material for clothes and accessories. Whether you are looking for a new jacket, skirt, belt or even a pair of shorts, you can’t go wrong with leather. But what happens when your leather becomes dirty and needs cleaning? It’s bound to happen sooner or later: you accidentally spill a cup of coffee on your new leather jacket, leaving behind a large and visible stain. It’s discouraging (to say the least) when incidents such as this occur, but the good news is that you CAN clean leather. All it takes is the right approach, which we’re going to explain in further detail in today’s blog post. Surface Cleaning The easiest way to prevent visible stains from developing on your leather jacket (or any leather garment/accessory for that matter), is to give it a good surface cleaning once in a while. Allowing dirt, dust and debris to accumulate on the surface can lead to damage later down the road. To “surface clean” leather, take a lint-free microfiber cloth and simply glide it across the surface. This should wipe away most dust and dirt, assuming it hasn’t settled into the pores. It’s recommended that you use a dry microfiber cloth when performing a surface clean, as adding cleaning solutions or even water may reduce the effectiveness of this technique. Dealing With Tougher Stains Using the aforementioned technique should make easy work of surface dust and debris on your leather garment. However,...
by Leather | Leather Questions |
Just like wine — well, most wines at least — leather gets better with age. Don’t get me wrong, new leather is a brilliant, ultra-comfortable material that’s perfect for jackets, shirts, dresses, belts, shoes, and a countless number of other items as well. However, older, worn-in leather offers some unique advantages that many people prefer. Aesthetics One of the many ways in which leather gets better as it ages is its appearance. As it ages, leather will begin to develop natural markings. These markings are usually small but still noticeable nonetheless, covering the surface while adding another element to its look. If you are looking for a pristine leather garment, you’ll probably want new leather. But if you want a piece that’s truly unique and eye-catching, aged leather is the way to go. Smell Of course, old leather also has a certain smell to it (a good smell) that differs from its new counterpart. New leather generally smells stronger and more artificial — even if it’s 100% genuine leather. This is in stark contrast to aged leather, which has a softer, more subtle odor that many people prefer. It’s difficult to describe this odor without smelling it for yourself, but some people compare it to a mixture of cedar and cinnamon. Strength Both new and aged leather offers a superior level of strength when compared to many other materials (especially cotton). You can pull, tug and stretch leather without causing any damage to it. However, old leather is slightly stronger than its counterpart. This is due to the fact that it’s already been stretched and pulled on plenty of...
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