Leather and care

How do I look after it?
Use it. Keep it out of long sun and direct heat. Every few months work in an alcohol-free leather cream or conditioner. Never store it wrapped in plastic, b...
Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 11:14 PM
It got soaked. What now?
Dry it slowly, at room temperature, with air moving around it. Never a hairdryer, a radiator or direct sun. Drying leather fast changes its structure and yo...
Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 11:14 PM
It feels dry and stiff.
A leather cream or dressing, worked in lightly with a cloth. Less than you think, and let it settle before you add more.
Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 11:15 PM
How do I clean it?
A dry cloth, or barely damp. No soap, no detergent, no alcohol wipes. Those strip the finish and the damage is permanent.
Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 11:15 PM
Do you clean or re-dye pieces?
No. A good local leather specialist is the right person for that.
Tue, 25 Aug, 2026 at 11:15 PM