Preserve Your Investment

It's an outfit centerpiece that never fails to make a statement, whether you prefer the classic biker or something more streamlined like a bomber. But like any very fine garment, it does require a little care if you want your clothing to shine, keep its shape and last.

For you, we're sharing all the how-tos to keep leather jacket and have it looking great for as long as possible without sacrificing softness, color or appeal. Pay attention and your black leather jacket will look as good in a few years as it does right now.

Understanding Leather Jacket Maintenance

Due to the fact that leather is a natural product it can have colour variations and markings to those shown. Some people prefer their leathers looking slightly "lived in," and some want it looking brand spanking new. But no matter what kind you like, there are ways to care for a leather jacket that can keep it in good shape.

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Clean Your Leather Jacket Regularly

Because you're around and you'll wear those leather jackets. No one likes the look of a dead jacket and dirt just seems to attach onto these areas. Just like with leather, you need to clean it regularly to maintain a clean and soft appearance.

What You Need:

  • A soft, lint-free cloth
  • Mild soap or leather cleaner
  • Warm water
  • Leather conditioner

How to Clean:

  1. Step 1: Lightly moisten cloth when wet but take care not to soak it in warm water.
  2. Step 2: Wipe down your shoes with a soft cloth dampened with mild soap or leather cleaner.
  3. Step 3: Wipe around the jacket, especially on any areas that appear to have collected some dirt.
  4. Step 4: Rinse the soap away: Using a clean, wet rag, wipe off any remaining soap.
  5. Step 5: Air-dry the jacket. Never dry with a hair dryer,or place on/or near any type of heater,as it will crinkle or damage the leather.
Man cleaning leather jacket

Condition Your Leather Jacket

Leather is organic and, like all skin, it dries. In addition, conditioning the jacket will help resotre its suppleness and prevent it from crackling/drying out. Leather conditioners contain moisturizers that are designed to keep your leather soft and supple.

How to Condition:

  1. Step 1: Apply leather conditioner Smear a small amount of leather conditioner onto an absorbent cloth.
  2. Step 2: Work the conditioner into the leather in a circular motion with your fingertips.
  3. Step 3: Allow the conditioner to soak into the jacket for around 15 minutes.
  4. Step 4: Wipe Off Excess Conditioner Using a clean towel, wipe any leftover conditioner off of your boots.

Avoiding the dryness in the first place by conditioning your jacket every few months or as needed, which will help your leather last longer and stay newer for longer.

 

Store Your Leather Jacket Properly

How you hang your leather jacket can do a lot to determine how long it lasts. Leather is very sensitive to temperature, moisture and light so be careful when storing this at home- a dry location should be your choice spot. A few helpful hints on how to make your new jacket last longer:

Caring For Your Leather Jacket:

  • Stay out of Sunlight: The sun will dry out and crack your leather, so keep your jacket in a cool dark closet that is free of direct sunlight.
  • Featured Padded Hanger: Suspend your Leather on a padded hanger when not* in use to help preserve the shape *Soon. Hang with padded hangers, not wire hangers that stretch the shoulders.
  • BAG IT: Make sure you store your jacket in an all around breathable garment bag to keep dust and dirt off of it. Forget about the plastic bags — they will hold moisture and cause mildew.

Keep your LEATHER jacket from HUMIDITY. Keep this garment dry, never hang wet or damp leather clothing. This will cause the other various materials that make up your garment to stretch and lengthen while dirt and grease make cause the growth of bacteria.

Proper leather jacket storage

Water Protection

Water is leather's public enemy no 1. It soaks the leather and leaves it spotted, spotty-as in-irreversible.

How to Protect:

  • Waterproofing Spray: You can also attempt to use a good waterproofing spray designed specifically for leather jackets. Dab it onto the outer of your jacket and let it try. It forms a waterproof coating that will cause rain and other liquids to slide right off the coat.
  • Blot Dry Spills Away: If you do spill something, blot (not rub!) the stung area with a soft cloth to wipe away any liquid. Do not rub leather against itself, as this will leave marks.
Waterproofing leather jacket

Avoid Excessive Heat

Leather will become excessively dry and crack if it's too hot. You probably also know that it's a very bad idea to leave your leather on or near heat (rads, fires and the heat and light from direct sunlight) - even if it looks all smooth once you're over your hot day.

How to Avoid Heat Damage:

  • If wet, leave to air-dry in a cool room.
  • Do not twist and wring dry, do not spin dry or tumble dry or iron it on the radiator, iron free from a heater such as a rolling steam.
  • For a good lift or re-dye, your leather should get professionally cleaned as they will be working with material that is sensitive to heat using specialized techniques to reduce.
Leather jacket away from heat

Handle Stains with Care

Like all leather garments, however, leather jackets can be stained by everything from food to ink and oil. Spill something on your leather jacket and dry it in a jiffy A spill on the leather is not the worst thing ever, but you do have to act quickly (and stay calm).

How to Clean Stains:

  • Oil Or Grease: Coat the stain with cornstarch or talcum powder to absorb it. Allow it to sit for a couple of hours and then brush gently.
  • Ink: Blot with a cotton ball soaked in rubbing alcohol. Don't scrub — you could damage the leather.
  • Food: If you get food on your coat, simply wet a cloth and clean it up. Clean area with a leather cleaner appropriate for your type of leather.
Removing stains from leather jacket

Repairing a Leather Jacket

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Common Repairs:

  • Scratches: Minor scratches can touch up with a leather repair kit. These kits tend to have a filler and dye that may help with disguising the scratch into the body of your jacket.
  • Tears: A professional leather repair will patch up larger tears. Attempting to fix it yourself, well, you're probably only going to make things worse?
  • Loose Stitching: If the stitching is coming loose, take your jacket to a leather-working tailor.
Leather jacket repair

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Frequently Asked Questions

How often should I wash a leather jacket?
Clean pump leather jackets every 4 to 6 months, according to usage. Not letting the jacket become too dirty or soiled will avoid dirt build up which can be harmful to the leather.
Are you able to wear leather in the rain?
You do not, I repeat, do not want to get your leather jacket wet. But if you do happen to get caught in the rain, simply dab it lightly with a cloth and leave it outside in the open air to dry. That helps to keep the leather supple if you follow up with a protective leather conditioner.
How do you clean a leather jacket?
Wash with soap and water or leather cleaner. Maintain the appearance of your leather with a little shiner. Condition to keep that leather squishy and not dry.
May i store my leathery coat in wardrobe with the dresses?
Yes, it does — but not if you use a padded hanger and don't stuff the space with other clothes just to justify its existence. And remember to store the jacket in a cool dry place, out of direct sunlight.
How to Remove Oil Stains from Leather Jacket?
For oil: Look, you don't want to wreck your clothing by soaking it in talcum powder or anything so just put a bit of cereal's best friend on the offending pimple. Once it has dried up some of the offending oil over an hour or two, scrub off gently.
Can I put my leather jacket in the dryer?
Never, ever use a tumble dryer to dry another your leather jacket. Leather can become cracked and misshapen if exposed to heat. Instead, allow your jacket to air-dry in a cool room or dry environment.
How to not lose color of a leather jacket?
In the meantime also, try to steer your leather jacket clear of too much direct sun as this can cause fade on your leather jacket. Color Cushion is sun faded. Add a Leather conditioner and they will also aid in maintaining your color and texture too.
Can I wear my leather jacket in the summer?
Maybe, sure (but with a leather jacket it's nice to have something on)? Leather is heavy and you sweat like a pig in 43 degree weather.
How to get shine back in leather jacket?
They will clean good though with a leather conditioner. It's applied with a soft rubbing in the leather and polish may then be used to shine.
If my leather jacket gets a tear, can I fix it somehow?
If it's a small tear, you might be able to fix that with a leather repair kit. For bigger tears, defer to a pro leather repair service so you don't end up making matters worse.
Is there a way that I can waterproof my leather jacket?
Yes, you can use waterproofing spray to help keep your jacket from water damage. Just be sure to use a spray for leather so you don't ruin the material.
What do I do with your leather jacket in the off season?
For times when you're not wearing your leather jacket, hang it on a padded hanger and encase it in a 100% cotton garment bag. It needs shade, so it should be kept cool and dark in a space free from heat sources and direct sunlight.