How to Wash Full Leather Seat Breeches

Full leather seat breeches are great riding pants to wear, whether you are competing or just enjoying a horseback ride in the country. To keep your breeches in the best condition there are specific steps that need to be taken. With new products on the market today, these steps have become easier than ever before.

Things You'll Need

• Leather therapy laundry solution

Instructions

1. First you need to prep your breeches. Shake them out to remove any excess dirt. Set aside.

2. Turn your washer on a warm water wash and add the laundry solution while the water is filling up. The best cleaning liquid for full leather seat breeches is leather therapy laundry solution (see link below). This solution cleans the leather and also helps it keep its shape and not crack. Add one to two cups of solution. Then place pants in the washing machine.

3. During the rinse cycle, turn the water to cool. Continue washing as normal.

4. When the breeches are done washing, either hang them up or lay them flat to dry. Keep them away from sunlight or heat as these can cause the leather to crack.

Tips & Warnings

• Do not use a dryer to dry the breeches. This can cause the leather to crack and weaken.