Tips for Care and Maintenance of Leather Products

4/19/2023

l. If leather products are dirty, they can be wiped with a clean velvet cloth dipped in protein solution to remove dirt and make the leather shiny.

2. After the leather products are stained, it is best to first use a cloth or soft wool product, gently wipe, then apply a layer of Vaseline, and then repeatedly wipe with a soft cloth. Finally, apply the same color oil and brush it with a soft bristle to create a shiny new look.

3. When the black leather bag is worn and faded, and the white background is exposed, ink can be dipped in egg white to grind it into juice in an inkstone. Use a brush to dip the egg white ink thoroughly and repeatedly apply it to the surface of the bag. The faded part and small cracks should be coated more, and after coating, it should be dried in a ventilated area, then coated with oil and lightly wiped with a brush. The leather is black and shiny, with a fresh color.

4. If a leather bag is used for a long time, it will lose its luster and appear outdated. You can use a clean cotton yarn dipped in an appropriate amount of thinner or clean gasoline to gently wipe the surface of the bag, rub the key areas a few more times, and then immediately apply oil. Use a cloth to rub back and forth a few times, and a pair of shiny leather bags will come out.

5. The way to protect a leather bag is to soak it less in water and wipe it more with oil. Before storage, it is best to apply lard (or pork skin) or vegetable oil to protect the skin from dryness and wrinkles. Meanwhile, use shredded and crumpled old newspapers to stuff them into the bag to prevent deformation. Finally, place the bag in a cardboard box and store it in a dry place.

6. The ideal way to collect cotton and fur bags is to seal them in plastic bags. Especially in areas with rainy and humid summers, the effect is best. The specific method is to first wipe the used leather bag with a damp cloth, air dry it, apply oil, wait for a moment, use a bag brush to polish it, put it into a airtight plastic bag, exhaust the gas inside the bag, and tie the bag mouth tightly with a rope. Using this method to collect and store leather bags can prevent them from drying, cracking, deformation, and mold deterioration.

7. Banana peel contains tannins, which can be used to wipe off oil stains on leather bags (or bags) and make the skin clean as new.

8. Drink leftover or aged milk, do not throw it away. Use it to wipe leather bags and other leather products to prevent dry cracking of the leather.

9. When wiping a leather bag, adding a few drops of edible vinegar to the squeezed oil will make the bag shiny and less prone to dust.

10. To polish the leather bag, you can add a few drops of water to the oil used for brushing. After wiping the old leather bag with oil, apply a layer of floor wax and polish it with a soft cloth.

11. Using old silk stockings or nylon stockings to cover the bag brush and dipping it in oil can make the bag shine exceptionally bright.

12. Light colored leather bags are easy to get dirty. When wiping the bag, first apply lemon juice to the surface of the bag, then apply oil, or use toothpaste to brush, it will be as shiny as new.

13. If the white leather bag or white cool bag is dirty, first wipe it with vinegar, then wipe it clean with a dry cloth, and then wipe it with white oil. The effect is particularly good.