TIPS FOR TAKING CARE OF LEATHER JACKET

TIPS FOR TAKING CARE OF LEATHER JACKET

Hello everyone here are some tips of taking care of leather jacket.

With that in mind, here are some tips for making sure that your jacket stays in top condition for as long as possible.

Check the Label

Probably the most obvious piece of advice we can give, but it’s still worth remembering.

Check the label, and see if they have any specific advice or instructions for you to follow. They know what they’re talking about.

Keep it Clean

There  are so many ways to clean your jacket.

How to Clean a Leather Jacket

There are some methods that may be worth trying.

Talcum powder is great for absorbing grease stains, while ink stains can be removed by rubbing them very gently with an artist’s eraser.

A simple solution of warm, soapy water is usually the best option. Wipe the  jacket with a damp sponge before drying it with a soft cloth. Always test it somewhere inconspicuous, like one of the cuffs – if the water gets absorbed straight away, stop immediately.

How to Wash a Leather Jacket

By the time you jacket will be out of the washing machine, it’ll have that perfectly lived-in look. Follow these easy steps for the ultimate vintage yet clean effect.

1. Throw your jacket in the washing machine zipped and inside out with a few socks, jeans or T-shirts. Those garments will absorb some of the water that your our leather jacket will naturally tend to soak up in great quantity.
2. Use your usual laundry detergent and opt for a cold wash at a delicate cycle.
3. When it comes to drying the jacket, throw in some drying sheets and go for medium heat. Make sure that your jacket is fully dry before taking it out. In case you’re worried about shrinking, take the jacket out a couple of minutes beforehand and flat dry it to make sure that it won’t take the shape of the hanger.
4. Your jacket now will have a great lived-in look without any smell.

Keep it Dry

The  best way to keep the water from ruining your jacket is to give it some extra protection. A good leather conditioner will make your jacket more water resistant, as well as keeping the leather strong and looking like new.

Hang it Well

Try to avoid folding your jacket wherever possible.

Always look for a wide, padding coat hanger to put it on, and store it in a cool, dry place.

 Try and keep it out of direct sunlight .

Best Leather Conditioner

The best and easiest way to apply your leather conditioner is in spray form.

As opposed to wipe-on softeners, you’ll be more likely to have more control over the quantity you actually end up putting on the jacket.

Remember to rub the spray leather conditioner with a cloth so that the product can really penetrate the leather at a deep level.

How to Soften Leather

With time and use, leather will tend to get stiffer.

There are many different ways to bring back some moisture and softness, one being rubbing baby oil or petroleum jelly on the fabric.

 However, when it comes to softening leather it’s always useful to use products specific for this material.

SOME IMPORTANT POINTS TO REMEMBER:

·        Leather jackets are possibly the coolest thing you’ll ever own. Thanks to them, even if you’re not cool, you’ll trick everyone into thinking that you are.

·        Not one jacket is the same so, as obvious as it might sound, remember to check the label before you do anything.

·        When it comes to drying your men’s leather jacket, make sure that you’re not exposing it to extreme sources of heat. Using a blow dryer can be risky but as long as you keep it at a safe distance at medium heat, you shouldn’t cause any damages.

·        Remember to hang your jacket on a padded hanger so that it won’t take a funny shape. Also, don’t forget to store it in a cool and dry place and avoid direct sunlight at all costs as it will dry and discolor the leather.

·        Machine washing a leather jacket often sounds like leather death. However, if you bought your jacket from a vintage shop, that musty smell is hard to get rid of. Plus, washing it will give your jacket a lived-in look without destroying it. Check out the simple steps above for the full procedure.