How to Take the Moldy Smell Out of a Leather Coat
Mold consists of microscopic fungi that attack items in a moist environment, including clothing. When the items, such as leather coats, are left unattended in such an environment for a period of time, they develop a smell that indicates the presence of mold. Owners can use one of several natural methods to remove the mold and the smell to make the coat wearable again. It is always best to handle leather clothing carefully to avoid irreparable damage. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Moisturizing soap or leather cleaner
- Cotton cloth
- Vinegar
- Air freshener
- Tube sock
- Baking soda
Instructions
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Hang the coat outside to air it out. Ensure that it is placed in a shady area, out of direct sunlight. Let the coat air out for a day or two.
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Clean the coat. Apply a small amount of a moisturizing soap or leather cleaner onto a damp cloth and bring it to lather. Rub the cloth on a small area of the coat but avoid making the leather soak up the moisture. Wipe the lather off with a damp cloth. Repeat until you have cleaned every part of the leather. Rub the coat with a dry cloth to dry and polish the leather.
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Pour a small amount of vinegar onto a cotton cloth. Use the cloth to swab the jacket. Let the jacket air dry. Rub the vinegar onto a hidden part of the leather coat first to ensure that it will not ruin the jacket. Apply the vinegar to the rest of the coat if the test is successful.
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Spray the coat with a light mist of air freshener. Let the coat air dry for at least a day. Test a small corner of the leather coat first before applying the spray all over it.
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Fill a tube sock with some baking soda or coffee grinds and tie it shut. Lay the leather coat on a flat surface and open the panels. Place the sock inside the jacket and close the panels. Expect the moldy smell to recede in about one week.
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References
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