How do I Remove Scratches From a Leather Sofa?

Leather sofas are expensive items that need proper care.

Your best friend Fido or cute kitty cat can damage your leather sofa with its nails, leaving unsightly scratches that ruin its appearance. Leather sofas are typically expensive, and having one repaired professionally comes with a hefty price tag. Before you hire a leather-repair company, try home remedies to remove scratches from your sofa.

Things You'll Need

• Distilled water
• Chamois
• Leather cleaner
• Lint-free cloths
• Leather conditioner
• Olive oil

Instructions

1. Moisten the scratches with just enough distilled water to dampen the damaged area. Excess water can cause stains on your leather sofa.

2. Rub the scratches with a chamois for several seconds to buff the scratches from the leather sofa.

3. Clean your entire leather sofa with an approved leather cleaner or olive oil. Rub the scratches in a gentle, circular motion with a clean, lint-free cloth. Continue rubbing until the scratches are no longer visible. Allow to dry completely.

4. Saturate a clean, lint-fee cloth with leather conditioner. Buff the leather sofa with the cloth. Allow to dry completely before sitting on the leather sofa.

Tips & Warnings

• Clean your leather sofa regularly with a clean, lint-free cloth and leather cleaner to keep it looking its best.

References

• Sofa Gallery, Inc.: Caring for Leather Furniture
• American Leather: Frequently Asked Questions
• Re-Nest: 6 Ways to Clean With Olive Oil