WHAT should I use to wipe down my leather couches???

Question

i want to know what cleaning products are safe to use on leather couches please

Answer 1

Using household products and 'old wives' remedies are very short sighted when it comes to cleaning and caring for leather and can become very costly in the long run as problems they generally cause will be costly to put right. (although it does keep people like ourselves busy as we rush round fixing problems caused by using the wrong things!!!)



You need to use a good quality water based foam leather cleaner. (LTT Leather Shampoo) With light coloured leather dye transfer from clothing can be a problem although using a good quality leather protector (LTT Leather Protect) will help inhibit this. Black obviously does not show this problem.



DO NOT use anything containing oils, waxes or silicones. (Most 'conditioners' contain waxes or oils) and furniture polish (pledge) contains silicones which will eventually destroy the finish on the leather. Most car cleaners also contain oils or waxes so should not be used as they leave residues on the surface of the leather which attract more dirt which eventually leads to cracking.



BABY WIPES are the worst thing you can use as they will destroy the finish on your leather. They are very strong alkiline cleaners to neutralise urine (acid) on babys skin so they are not the right thing to use on leather.



Saddle soap should never be usd on upholstery leather or garments it is meant for saddles which are very different from todays finished leathers.



A lot of leather wipes contain chemicals which will also destroy the finish or leave residues on the leather which will damage it. They are not cheap in the long run as you would need a lot to clean. A bottle of foam cleaner should do your car about 3-4 times.



Fairy liquid contains more salt these days to get dishes clean and this will break the finish down on your leather. This has been verified by the manufacturers (as with the baby wipes).



You should also follow cleaning with a good water based leather protector which will act like a 'scotchgard' and inhibit dirt and stains from being absorbed and make cleaning easier the next time.



Dry leather needs rehydrating with water and oils and waxes should not be used as the natural oils do not dry out of leather. Wiping over with a damp cloth regularly will help to do this.



It is important to maintain a regular cleaning regime cleaning dirt off the surface regularly and inhibiting the absorption of body oils into the leather with a protector is the best way of doing this. The only 'moisturizer' a leather needs is from water.



The alternative is a brand new product on the market called Lazy Leather. This is the latest technology in cleaning and combines an effective cleaner with a protector. It is quick and easy to use and should be used as a maintenance product once your suite has been cleaned or from new if you have just bought it.



Using incorrect care products is usually the cause of deterioration in the leather as unfortunately most car care products contain waxes and oils or silicones which do not do the leather any good.



Source(s):



http://www.LTTsolutions.net

Leather care consultants to the furniture and cleaning industries

Professional knowledge

Answer 2

Weiman Leather Wipes

Answer 3

Weiman leather wipes which cleans and conditions the leather. This is not meant for suede. Never use water but you can use a slightly damp towel just to dust over the furniture. I use a damp towel, vacuum or swiffer dusters in between using Weimans leather wipes.

Answer 4

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WHAT should I use to wipe down my leather couches???

i want to know what cleaning products are safe to use on leather couches please

Answer 5

Go to a furniture store and ask them...most sell cleaning products for leather and wood. Definitely read labels before using anything

Answer 6

try using leather cleaners, like ones u use for ur car. We use the same leather cleaner on both our cars and leather furniture. It works because not only does it clean but it also protects the furniture from uv damage.

Answer 7

acctually i live in a house with leather couches and to clean them we use wipes... they are weiman leather wipes. they clean, condition, and protect you leather couches all in one step!

it even restores the leather and gives it a natural sheen.



and it safely removes dirt, soil, cigarette residue, and much more

Answer 8

I like Lexol Leather Cleaner. I use it on the leather seats in my car, too. I get it at Ace Hardware. They sell it online, too, link below:



http://www.acehardware.com/product/index.jsp?productId=1419445

Answer 9

Just a damp cloth. And use an oil treatment to keep it soft.

Answer 10

leather cleaner

Answer 11

I use baby wipes (wet ones) lol they come up a treat x

Answer 12

Saddle soap.

Simple, huh?

Answer 13

I use spray turtle wax.

Answer 14

try pledge or endust

Answer 15

i just use armour all