How to Protect and Clean Leather Furniture

Leather furniture is purchased for its classic style, longevity, and ease of cleaning. Allergy sufferers often purchase leather furniture to reduce their exposure to dust and dust mites, because dust mites cannot penetrate leather surfaces. Leather has been used for centuries as a furniture covering because it is easy to maintain and always looks good. Leather furniture does have some unique cleaning requirements. Use the following tips to care for and protect your furniture.

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Instructions

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  Maintain at least 3 feet distance between leather furniture and heat sources such as fireplaces, heating vents, or radiators. Continued exposure to direct heat will dry out leather and cause it crack.
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  Keep leather furniture out of direct sunlight to prevent color fading. Be aware of the sunlight below skylights.
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  Keep pets off the furniture. Sharp claws and 'toilet' mishaps will permanently damage leather.
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  Never clean leather with harsh chemicals. Protect leather surfaces from exposure to paint, solvents, oils, nail polish, nail polish remover, glue, bleach, household cleaners, etc.
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  Remove dust with a static duster or use a soft brush attachment on a vacuum cleaner. Dust can also be removed by wiping down leather surfaces with a slightly damp cloth.
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  Fully clean leather furniture every 6 months with a leather cleaning product specifically recommended for the task. Follow the cleaning process with an application of leather protection cream. The protection cream prevents staining from soil and perspiration. Be sure to treat seating surfaces and arm rests.

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