Leather Recliner Care and Maintenance

So, despite all of your carefulness, you finally spilled a soft drink on your new leather recliners. Do not panic! Leather is easy to care for, despite those (hopefully) infrequent mishaps. Leather is a natural substance which repels both liquid and odor, but that does not mean there are not steps that you can take to both effectively clean and care for your furniture.

Watch Out for the Flying Mustard! It is inevitable that spills will happen from time to time. Here are some steps to follow when cleaning up after a mess: If noticed immediately, blot spills with a clean cloth or sponge. If the spill went unnoticed for a period of time, apply a small amount of mild soap and water or club soda to the area and rub gently in one direction. Let the area dry naturally. Do not use a blow dryer or rub the spot excessively. If the stain persists, consider using a leather chairs cleaner (especially for ink, grease or blood stains). Carefully follow the manufacturer's directions. Always check for color steadfastness. Some products may cause discoloration!

Another Day, Another Pristine Leather Chair

Even if you have managed to avoid an accident, leather chairs still need to be cared for. A weekly cleaning is recommended, as well as a more thorough cleaning several times a year, particularly in high-use areas. And because leather recliners grow richer in age--developing a pristine luster and becoming softer and more supple--you will want to make sure you treat your leather chair well!

Here Are Some Tips for Caring and Cleaning Your Leather Chairs:

• Keep your leather recliner out of direct sunlight. Direct exposure will cause leather to become discolored and faded over time.
• Do not place your leather chairs next to heat sources. Heat can cause leather recliners to become dry and cracked.
• Dust and vacuum leather chairs on a regular basis.
• Use a high-quality leather chair conditioner and protectant four times a year.