How to care for leather

The natural oils in genuine leather will gradually decrease over time or with excessive use, so leather goods require regular maintenance.

1. The storage of leather products is particularly important if they are not used for a long time. Before storing it, it should be cleaned by removing dust from the surface. Use a soft brush or soft cloth to wipe away the dust on the surface, and then use a hair dryer at a distance of more than 15 cm. "Low temperature and low speed" will help dry the surface to prevent moisture from remaining on the bag. Leaving it for a long time can cause mold.
2. A moisture-proof box is the best choice for storing genuine leather products, or a moisture-proof bag for storing quilts can be used instead. The air is drained but the principle is not to compress the bag. Isolating moisture in the air is the best way to prevent mold growth. Best way.
3. For shiny leather products, you can use a little leather maintenance oil or maintenance wax; for dull and velvety leather products, just wipe them gently with a soft cloth or soft brush. Do not use oil or grease for maintenance. It will be absorbed into the pores and cause discoloration. If you don’t know how to judge, you can ask a professional bag cleaner to clean it. Do not judge by yourself. Once you use the wrong maintenance method, it will easily cause the leather to discolor.
4. Daily maintenance is based on waterproof spray. Regular use is the best maintenance method.
5. If the hardware on the leather goods is slightly damaged, you can gently rub the hardware with toothpaste powder.
6. Do not expose leather, leather bags, and leather clothing to the hot sun.


【Notes】
◆ If the leather gets wet in the rain or touches water, quickly absorb the water with a clean cloth and place it in a ventilated place to dry naturally. Never use a hair dryer to dry it, as this will easily cause the leather surface to contract and deform. However, when the genuine leather material gets wet, it may cause discoloration or stains.
◆ When maintaining and wiping leather, avoid using volatile solvents and avoid applying oil directly to leather items, which may damage the leather items.
Due to Taiwan's island climate, leather products are easily affected by moisture. For daily use, it is recommended to spray waterproof spray to achieve a moisture-proof effect.

The most common problem is that if it is not used for a long time, it is easy to get moldy. Just imagine that if winter boots have not been worn for a year, they will often be moldy when they are taken out the next year. Therefore, the best way to prevent leather products from moisture is to "separate the product with "Air isolation", moisture comes from the air, and isolation from the air can greatly reduce moisture.

Recommended method ► If there is a moisture-proof bag for storing quilts and pillows, put the bags and shoes inside and use a vacuum cleaner to remove the air inside to the extent that the product is not deformed to avoid deformation. If your bag shoes become moldy by accident, it is not recommended to deal with it yourself, because if the mold root is not cleaned, mold may form again. It is recommended to send it directly to a store that specializes in bag cleaning.
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