User Guide

dealing with unfinished leather, try to lay down a blanket or apply a protective conditioner early
on. There are a few ways to remove body oil stains. One common method is baking soda or corn
starch.
Sprinkle the baking soda over the affected spot, and let it sit overnight.
In the morning, if the powder has turned yellow, it has removed some oil. Dust the powder
off.
Repeat steps 1 & 2 until you are satisfied or until the powder stops turning yellow.
You will also likely need to give the leather several treatments of alcohol-based cleaner. Make
sure that the leather does not get too dry after several treatments. If the leather does begin to
feel dry, or after you are finished cleaning, apply a leather conditioner. You can also apply the
baking soda or cornstarch in between cleanings, when the leather is completely dry.
Darkened/Faded Leather
Darkened leather cannot always be cured conventionally. Leather will often grow dark after it
has accumulated body oils or too much leather conditioner is applied. The best remedy for this
is prevention. Spot dust regularly to pick up oils and debris on the leather’s surface. Clean and
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