How to Clean Synthetic Leather

Synthetic leather is an inexpensive alternative to natural leather.

If you are looking for an inexpensive alternative to real leather, consider synthetic leather. Not only is synthetic leather durable and long-lasting, it is much easier to clean. Real leather requires special cleaning products and methods. You can clean synthetic leather with things you already have right at home.

Things You'll Need

• Soft rags
• Water
• Bucket
• Mild dish soap

Instructions

1. Dry-dust synthetic leather with a soft rag. Wipe the leather down thoroughly to remove loose dust, dirt and debris. If the item is furniture, you can also use a soft-brush vacuum cleaner attachment for dusting.

2. Dampen a soft cloth with lukewarm water. Wring out the cloth well.

3. Wipe down the synthetic leather with the damp rag. Go over it with a dry rag to remove any moisture. Damp-cleaning with plain water is all you need for routine cleaning.

4. Fill a bucket with warm water and add a few drops of mild dish soap for deeper cleaning. Use your hands to mix up the soap and water.

5. Dip a rag into the soapy water and wring it out well. Wipe down the synthetic leather. Rinse and wring out the rag often while cleaning.

6. Rinse the leather with a damp rag to remove any soapy residue. Buff with a dry cloth.

References

• The Housing Forum: Leather Furniture
• Sofas and Futons: How Do You Clean Faux Leather Sofas?