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Leather care
Caring for leather items is essential to ensure their longevity and maintain their appearance.
Leather care guide
Leather becomes more attractive with age if you take care of it in the right way. Caring for leather items is essential to ensure their longevity and maintain their appearance. Here's a concise guide on how to take care of your leather belts and bags:
1. Clean with care
It is a good idea to get into the habit of regularly and carefully wiping down your product with a slightly damp cloth, in order to keep the leather clean. However, if the product has obtained a grease spot then you should avoid using water and instead use a dry cloth and rub gently. If I need for a more thorough cleaning, opt for a cleaner specifically designed for leather. It's important to steer clear of harsh chemicals or household cleaners that could damage the leather. Always test your cleaner on a more hidden area of leather to see how it reacts, before your apply it on the rest of your product. (Does not apply to suede/nubuck/bycast leather).
2. Conditioning
All of our products have a good protective foundation, but the most important thing is that the product gets used regularly. Leather is a living material, which in itself contains natural oils. When a product is used, these oils are released and in this way, the product lubricates itself. However if your leather product got dry, it can benefit from applying a quality leather conditioner. This will help to keep the leather soft and supple. Always test your conditioner on a more hidden area of leather to see how it reacts, before your apply it on the rest of your product.
3. Storage
Avoid storing your leather pieces in direct sunlight to prevent fading. It is recommended to store leather product that you’re not using regularly in a dust bag (or another kind of fabric bag) in a dry place. This helps the leather within the product to maintain its natural softness and will prevent it from drying out over time. To help your leather bag keep its shape, fill it with bubble wrap or parchment paper. For the belts that are not in use, hang them on a belt hanger or roll them up loosely to maintain its shape.
4. Water
Leather is a durable material, but it is not naturally waterproof. Prolonged exposure to water can cause leather to become stiff, lose its shape, or even develop mold. But if your leather bag gets wet, the key is to act quickly. Gently blot the water with a soft, absorbent cloth to remove as much moisture as possible. Allow the leather to air-dry naturally. If the bag is soaking wet, then it’s a good idea to stuff it with a towel, or similar, in order for it to keep its optimal shape. Once the leather has fully dried, it's important to condition it. Water can strip natural oils from the leather, so conditioning helps restore its flexibility and prevent cracking. Always test your conditioner on a more hidden area of leather to see how it reacts, before you apply it on the rest of your product.