Questions and answers

Cleaning and care of leather furniture

Posted on by Christine Fischbach
02
Jan

Frequently asked questions about the care of leather furniture

Frequently asked questions

Tapir’s mild leather and saddle soap is ideal for cleaning leather sofas and armchairs thoroughly and gently. This special soap was developed to deep clean smooth leather without drying it out. Thanks to its slightly moisturizing properties, it reliably removes dirt and ensures that the leather retains its natural suppleness.

A particular advantage of Tapir leather and saddle soap is the wax content. This nourishes the leather during cleaning and leaves a fine protective layer that protects the material from external influences. This gives the leather not only a clean, but also a well-groomed appearance.

Despite the nourishing properties of the soap, additional treatment is recommended after cleaning. Leather is a natural material that requires additional care with regular use and cleaning in order to remain flexible and resistant in the long term. Products such as leather grease or leather oil are ideal for this purpose. Especially for large surfaces, such as those commonly found on sofas or armchairs, aftercare ensures that the leather is optimally nourished and protected from drying out.

The application is very simple: First clean the leather with a Tapir soaking sponge or a cotton cloth and Tapir leather soap. Then allow the surface to dry thoroughly before applying a thin layer of leather grease or leather oil. Work the care product in evenly with a soft cloth to achieve an even result.

With a combination of cleaning and care, you can ensure that your leather sofa or armchair remains clean, supple and a real eye-catcher for many years to come. Tapir leather and saddle soap is an indispensable aid for the sustainable care of your leather furniture.

Regular care of your leather set is important for the longevity of the material. The appearance also suffers enormously after a long time without care.

If your leather set has stains, it is best to carefully dab them directly with a soft cloth. Older, deep-seated stains are best combated with our leather and saddle soap. Simply lather a little of the soap in warm water with a swelling sponge and gently work the resulting foam into the leather. The soap now penetrates into the interior of the leather and dissolves the dirt from the material. The foam must then be removed with a clean cloth.

The leather can then be treated with leather oil or leather grease to nourish, care for and protect it sufficiently. The leather oil is particularly suitable for large-area and even care. Leather grease is the better solution for particularly stressed or cracked leather. It makes the leather supple again and prevents further cracking, so that your furniture retains its beauty and functionality.

Finally, a polishing brush brings the leather back to a high gloss. Simply brush vigorously until the desired shine is achieved.

So you don’t need many natural care products to keep your leather armchairs and sofas beautifully maintained for a long time.

Smooth leather is considered a robust and resistant material. Therefore, leather sofas are considered particularly durable. However, regular care is essential for this.
External influences often lead to unsightly scratches in the surface or discoloration. Often the leather also lacks moisture.

To counteract this, our Tapir Leather Oil is suitable for extensive and even care. After cleaning, apply it to the smooth leather and let it soak in. However, please test in a concealed area first to make sure that the result meets your expectations.

For particularly stressed or cracked leather, our Tapir Leather Grease is the ideal solution. It makes the leather supple again and prevents further cracking, so that your furniture retains its beauty and functionality.

Even though leather from leather chairs is very robust and durable, regular intensive cleaning and care is essential so that the leather can retain its appearance and functionality for many more years. In everyday life, it gets dirty quickly, it dries out, the paint fades and cracks form. Since leather cannot regenerate itself, it depends on our care.
When cleaning, you should always make sure that not too much moisture gets on the leather and also the wooden frame of the chair. This is because too much moisture harms the leather rather than it helps and can lead to mould formation or fungal infestation. Cleaning with damp cloths is therefore the best choice. Proximity to heaters and sunlight should also be avoided, as the leather can dry out and crack and the colour can fade.
Furthermore, contact with animals, zippers or sharp objects should be avoided.

Fresh stains should ideally be vacuumed up directly with a dry cloth. Under no circumstances should pressure be used, but the stain should only be carefully dabbed off. This prevents the dirt from penetrating deeper into the leather. Greasy stains are best absorbed with baking soda or potato flour.
For optimal care of your leather chair, a special leather care oil or leather balm is suitable. T he protects and nourishes the leather deep down and, unlike frequently read home remedies such as the application of body cream, it does not lead to the care becoming rancid at some point and starting to smell bad.

To keep the material of your leather set supple and thus extend its lifespan, regular care with natural means is of great importance.

Clean the set regularly by removing dirt and dust from it with a soft, dry cloth. If necessary, a slightly damp cloth can also be used to remove more stubborn stains. However, the leather must not be soaked under any circumstances! If you plan regular maintenance intervals right away, it will be easier for you to keep your leather set in good condition for a long time. Thorough cleaning and care every few months can help protect the leather in the long term.

For a more thorough cleaning, a water soap mixture of our leather and saddle soap is suitable. This is foamed with a sponge and the resulting foam must be massaged into the leather. The foam now penetrates deep into the leather and loosens the dirt from the inside. Afterwards, the foam should be removed again with a clean cloth.

To nourish and care for the leather after cleaning, the use of leather oil or leather grease is particularly suitable. Apply a small amount to a soft cloth and gently rub it into the leather. This keeps the material supple and prevents cracking.

Basically, it is important that your leather sofa or armchair is away from direct heat sources such as heaters or direct sunlight, as these can dry out the leather and make it brittle.

Care should also be taken to ensure that the humidity in the living room is sufficiently good, as too low humidity can also dry out the leather. A humidifier can help maintain optimal humidity not only for your leather trimming, but also for your own health.

In the case of stains on the leather, it is important to act quickly. To do this, use a soft cloth to gently dab off the stain. Rubbing should be avoided. For grease stains, a little cornstarch or baking soda can help absorb the stain.

With these natural care tips, your leather set will stay nice and supple while being eco-friendly at the same time!