Leather Care: Since Radiance has been providing a wide range of Leather Finish Products we proud of our clients all over the globe, although there are many different types and finishes of leather we offer, some basic principles apply to keeping your leather items looking great. Just follow these simple steps, and you should enjoy your leather pieces for years to come.

• If your leather clothing or leather lingerie becomes wet, let it dry at room temperature.
• If your leather clothing or leather lingerie becomes stained, gently blot liquid stains with a clean cloth.
• It is a good idea to use a repellent product to condition your leather item.
• Do not store your leather clothing in a hot or damp area it needs to be stored in a temperature controlled environment.
• If you will be covering your leather when you are storing it; cover it with a breathable cloth like cotton sheets.
• Do not cover your leather clothing plastic as it will cause the leather to dry out.
• Avoid exposing your leather to direct sunlight for prolonged periods of time.

Preservation: Leather conditioners should be applied with a soft cloth to not only help in the cleaning process, but to also provide good water repellent properties.

Cleaning: Continual contact with moisture (sweat, rain, urine, alcohol, etc.,) can cause the leather to stiffen. Before you start cleaning the full surface of your leather item, test out the cleaner on a smaller, less visible area. Wait a few minutes. If you don’t notice any color distortion, proceed with the rest of the item.

Removing Stains and Smells from Leather.

Sweat: When the leather becomes slightly stiffened or an itchy irritation occurs, this is usually a sign that sweat has permeated the leather. Washing in warm water with baby shampoo or fabric softener will help soften the leather and remove the irritation.
Odors: To remove odors, use a teaspoon of bicarbonate soda crystals in about 1 quart/liter of warm water and let the solution soak into the skin.
Oils and Oil Based Lubricants: These can be difficult to remove. Use baby shampoo or a similar soap in a few tablespoons of water and rubbing slowly onto the spots can help their removal. Rinse thoroughly. As another alternative, most oil or grease stains can be lifted by grinding up blackboard chalk, sprinkling it onto the affected area, and leaving the powder on for one full day.
Blood Stains: Leather becomes stiff and odorous if blood is allowed to dry. If blood gets on your leather clothing or leather lingerie, hand washes immediately.
Removing Mold and Mildew: In case mildew builds up, mix one cup of rubbing alcohol with one cup of water. Dip a clean cloth in the solution and wipe the mildewed area. For more persistent mildew, use mild soap containing germicide and water. Wipe the excess soap with a clean cloth and let dry.

Leather Repairing: If your leather clothing and becomes scuffed or scratched, scuff marks and scratches on leather can be disguised by applying a shoe polish/leather dye or marker pen. Test on inside of hem first to make sure shade isn’t too dark/light. Stitching which has been broken is best repaired with a heavy duty sewing machine. Many dry cleaners offer professional leather cleaning and repair services.

Leather Conditioning: All types of leather need conditioning. The fats and/or oils found in conditioners help lubricate leather and replenish its suppleness.

• Beware of products that contain petroleum or mineral oils; they will damage your leather goods over time.
• Similar to cleaning products, avoid conditioners that leave thick, greasy residue. Instead, look for products that penetrate the leather’s fibers.
• Condition your leather items several times during the season. Do so more often if the item is exposed to hot sunny conditions or moisture.
• If your leather has been dampened, restore its flexibility by applying a bit of conditioner just before it dries out completely.

Protection:

• Always store your leather items in cool, dry places.
• Never store leather in plastic bags or other nonporous covers or containers.
• When hanging leather pants or jackets, avoid using metal hangers.
• Always stuff empty leather handbags with newspaper and use shoetrees when storing leather shoes and boots.

Conclusion: Leather is a very noble material and has incredible longevity, provided it is well cared for! These simple steps should help you enjoy your leather jacket for many years!