How to Clean Leather Coat and Pants

Properly cleaning your leather may be difficult at times if not performed to standard or if stains have set in. Using good techniques and occasional maintenance, cleaning leather coats and pants will become easier.

Instructions

1. Determine what type of leather you have. Look on the tag of the pants or coat to find the type of leather it is and the maintenance instructions. Make a note of what the instructions are to maintain the leather.

2. Consider using a professional to clean your leather pant or coat. If the manufacturer suggests to have it professionally cleaned, doing it yourself may not get you the desired results. Cleaning them yourself may also cause more damage and is especially not recommended if you have no experience cleaning.

3. Research a cleaning solution that will work best on the type of leather you have. There are many venues in which you may search, you may use someone's private recipe, or buy some from a specialty store.

4. Spray the solution onto areas you desire to clean using a spray bottle. You may also apply it with a dry cloth using more of the chosen solution on spots where staining or tougher spotting has occurred. Rub the solution off using a clean dry cloth.

5. Use a dry soft towel or cloth to buff the clothing if desired to a shine. You may not want to do this if that is not the desired look for you clothing. Also take into mind if it clashes with maintenance instructions.

6. Avoid putting the clothing in sun until the have fully dried. You can use a fan to blow the leather pant or coat dry and avoiding direct sunlight on the leather will also help it not to discolor. Applying scented oils may also help with the smell of the clothing if desired.

Tips & Warnings

• Always follow the manufacturer's instructions on maintenance especially if you are unsure of what to do.