How to Clean Red Leather Chairs

The red leather chair looked stunning in the store, but when it is exposed to the potential casualties of day to day life, your chair may have gotten a bit dirty. Unlike cloth upholstery, leather mandates a slightly different style of cleaning; the wrong cleaning agents can easily damage it. With the help of a few household items your leather chair can look as good as new.

Things You'll Need

• Vacuum cleaner
• White vinegar
• Food grade linseed oil
• Spray bottle
• Soft clean lint free cloth

Instructions

1. Use the brush attachment of the vacuum cleaner to remove any loose dirt and debris that may have accumulated on the chair. Remove all cushions that will come off and be sure to vacuum under those as well.

2. Mix one part white vinegar with two parts food grade linseed oil in a spray bottle.

3. Spray the solution onto a soft clean lint free cloth and wipe the entire chair with it. This will both clean and condition the leather.

4. Allow the solution to sit on the leather overnight.

5. Wipe the chair with a soft clean lint free dry cloth in the morning to buff back the shine.

Tips & Warnings

• If you choose to use a commercial leather cleaner, read and follow the manufacturers' instructions carefully.

• Avoid using harsh chemicals and abrasives when cleaning leather as this may damage it.

References

• Mrs. Clean House Cleaning Specialists: Leather Cleaning Tips