How to Care for Distressed Leather
- 1). Wipe down your leather with a clean, dry cloth to get rid of dust and dirt.
- 2). Mix a small amount of mild detergent and lukewarm water to make a cleaning solution. The mixture should be just a little sudsy. Wet your cloth and squeeze out until moist but not saturated.
- 3). Clean the leather, being careful not to saturate the leather with water. This should remove any surface dirt that is present. Over time, marks and stains will become part of the patina.
- 4). Rinse the cloth in clear water and wipe down again to remove any soap residue.
- 5). Polish the leather with a dry towel to restore the shine.
- 6). Soften the leather with a good quality leather conditioner after the leather is clean, following the manufacturer's instructions.
