How to Get Creases Out of Faux Leather Upholstery
It’s one of those household discoveries that warrants a double-take: a crease on your leather upholstery. Most likely, something or someone exerted a great deal of force or weight on the upholstery to create the crease. Still, all hope is not lost. Leather is pliable, and there are a couple of ways to remove creases from it. Try one or both remedies to get your leather looking crisp and new again. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Steaming
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Remove the creased cushion or backrest pillow from your upholstery, if possible.
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Set the item on the floor of your bathroom, upright, and run the shower until a full steam develops.
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Let the item set in the steamy room, with the door closed, for 20 to 30 minutes. The steam should loosen the crease.
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It's always a good idea to clean your iron before using it. Wipe the moisture from the upholstery with a clean, lint-free cloth.
Ironing
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Set your iron to "Warm," and let it warm up for about 5 minutes.
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Cover the crease with a large cotton or linen cloth. An old pillowcase is perfect for this job.
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Run the iron over the cloth, concentrating on the area positioned over the crease, for 1 to 2 minutes. Keep the iron moving, so as not to burn the leather.
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Leather is very durable but becomes softer with age. Lift the cotton cloth and inspect the crease. Repeat the ironing process, if necessary.
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Tips & Warnings
Leather is resilient, but it’s smart to keep sharp objects like pens and keys away from the upholstery to prevent damage.
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