How to Clean Leather Furniture Stains with Natural Products
Leave the harsh chemicals in the cupboard and find a natural remedy.
- Time
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- A full day
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How to Clean Leather: Give It a Good Vacuuming
Use Those Attachments to get in the Crevices
Before reaching for harsh chemicals on a leather stain, try these natural, at-home remedies to learn how to clean a leather couch and leather furniture. Always remember to check the furniture manufacturers directions first, and spot-test a small, hidden area to check for discoloration before applying any remedies to the whole piece. First, prep the leather stain surface by vacuuming all dust and debris off surface and out of folds.
Start with a Damp Cloth
Use Rubbing Alcohol for Ink Leather Stain
How to Remove Ink From Leather Couch
For ink-based leather stains like ballpoint pen and marker try rubbing alcohol. Dip a cotton swab in rubbing alcohol, and gently rub along mark until ink begins to lift. Change cotton swabs often to reduce bleed. Once the leather stain is removed, wipe away excess alcohol with clean, damp cloth.
A Special Mixture for Protein-based Stains
Use a Mild Oil on Scratches
Do an Overall Clean
Be Generous with Spray
Use a Gentle, Steady Pattern
Spray generously and use a clean cloth to massage into a leather stain using a circular motion until the entire surface has been cleaned. A soft brush when learning how to clean leather can also be used to gently scrub problem areas. Then use a dry paper towel to wipe all excess oil off the leather.
Finish with a Nourishing Oil
Coconut Oil Works Wonders
To revive the luster of leather furniture and buff out small scratches and fading, try a natural leather cleaner like coconut oil. Use a clean, dry cloth to rub coconut oil into leather in a circular motion, much like shoe polish. Let penetrate 10 minutes, and buff out excess oil with a new, clean cloth.
