How to Clean Dark Stains Off Leather

Removing Small to Moderate Dark Stains

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  Mix mild dish soap and cold water in a bowl or bucket. Add enough soap so the water becomes sudsy when agitated.

• 2

  Dip a clean cloth into the soap solution and rub the stain with moderate pressure. Make a circular motion around the stain and continue to rub until the stain is gone. Use multiple applications of the soap solution if necessary.

• 3

  Air dry the the wet spot. A hair dryer or fan may be used to shorten the process. Do not sun dry the leather; this causes more damage.

Removing Severe Dark Stains

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  Spray aerosol hairspray directly onto the stain. Make sure the entire stain is covered and allow the hair spray to soak in the stain for several minutes.

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  Rub out the stain with a clean cloth rag. Use circular motions until the stain is lifted. Add more hairspray if necessary.

• 6

  Air dry the wet spot by leaving the leather undisturbed. Do not leave the leather exposed to the sun during the drying process.