How to Clean and Nourish a Leather Sofa So It Lasts
The right moves and products to clean, remove stains, and hydrate your leather sofa without damaging it.
Recommended Materials
- Soft cloth (cotton or microfiber)
- Marseille soap or Cleansing milk
- Water
- Leather moisturizing cream
Steps to follow
Step 1
Dust the sofa with a soft cloth or soft brush vacuum.
Step 2
Prepare a solution with a little Marseille soap and lukewarm water, or use cleansing milk on a cotton pad.
Step 3
Clean the leather with gentle circular movements, without rubbing hard. Work in small areas.
Step 4
Rinse with a damp cloth (barely wet) to remove soap residue.
Step 5
Dry immediately with a clean dry cloth.
Step 6
Once dry, apply a nourishing leather cream or baby moisturizing milk to soften the leather and protect it.
Step 7
Buff with a soft cloth to shine.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use water on leather ?
Yes, but in very small quantities and never soaking wet. The cloth should be just damp, not soaked.
How to remove a scratch ?
For superficial scratches, massaging the area with a fatty substance (like Vaseline or leather cream) can attenuate the mark.
Precautions
- Always test the product on a hidden area.
- Never use abrasive products or solvents.
- Avoid direct sunlight which dries out leather.
