User Guide

Scratches
Scratches occur more frequently with protected and finished leather, such as chrome tanned
and pigmented leather. Light scratches on vegetable tanned and aniline leather can usually rub
out. Fixing a scratch may take some time - the best way to minimize a scratch or cut is to
maintain the leather's health around it, and allow the fibers to strengthen their bonds naturally.
You can help this along with the following:
● Use an art gum eraser or a soft bristle brush. Gently rub in direction of the scuff until it
begins to fade.
● Clean and condition the leather. Several treatments may be necessary. If one conditioner
isn't un-making the cut, try upgrading to a heavier conditioner, or a leather paste.
● Scratches do not disappear – they are only covered up. If a scratch is deep enough, it may
not be able to be covered up, and will require a professional. In this case, seek out a local
leatherworker.
Salt Stains
Salt stains usually occur in snowy or very wet environs. Since salt is used to prepare leather, it
rises back to surface when leather becomes excessively wet. This results in an unsightly white
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