caring for leather

curlytop12

does anyone have a good tip or recommendation for a leather feed ?its for a handbag and a pair of boots.they are not dirty,just dry and faded looking.
thank you.

L.L_2

try using the cheapest baby wipes you can find (not big brand names)

MrsCook_2

i have just googled and the yahoo site has a post on a similar topic, it was recommended not to use baby wipes as they can destroy the finish on your leather.

it recommends wiping over with a damp cloth as the natural oils in the leather do not dry out.

kazmeister

We use this

http://www.renapur.com/balsam.htm

It is expensive (although I dont think we ever paid that much) but it is seriously good stuff. We usually get it from the BMF bike show and a tub usually lasts 2 - 3 years for us and its used on shoes boots and motorcycle leathers. It keeps the leather really supple as it can dry out over the years.

ETA - Just checked we paid £10 for a tub in 2007 and we're not halfway down it yet

Crescendo_2

Hi
Can anyone tell me what to get to feed and protect O/H's Flying Jacket?

Thanks for any forthcoming help and advice.

Cres

NiceGuyEddie_2

I appreciate this isn't the most practical option for many people, but having horses I've tried countless leather care products and the best for conditioning are this or a mix of plain saddle soap and full fat milk (melted down and left to set).

The stuff in a tube is very good value for money actually, as you only need a teeny smidge on a sponge. To look after leather you need to stop it from getting excessively wet, dry it naturally and away from heat and when cleaning it dunk a sponge in hot water, wring it out as far as you can and then clean.

Penelope_Penguin

As this has fallen from the front page of OS, I'll add it ot the existing thread to keep ideas together.

level200

we use almond oil, the sofa looks fantastic and the room smells lovely

Lirin

I use vaseline on my biker jacket (made in 1982, a year younger than I!) once a year to stop the leather cracking out. Just a thin layer, well rubbed in, and left somewhere for a day to dry in.

Gettingtherequickly

Hi there

As I have finally managed to get hold of Stardrops, can anyone let me know if I can use it to wipe down my leather sofas instead of water alone?

BitterAndTwisted

I wouldn't. Long-term use of any soaps, no matter how mild, will strip materials of their natural oils and natural oils are what keeps leather supple and long-lasting.