User Guide

Generic stains can usually be treated with a simple cycle of cleaning and conditioning. If the
stain is fresh, gently blot up as much as you can with a slightly damp cloth (don’t rub or smear),
sooner rather than later. If you don't have a cleaner or conditioner handy, temporary cleaning
substitutes such as white, distilled vinegar or rubbing alcohol may serve as substitutes, so long
as they are tested first. As for conditioners, coconut and olive oil can be good substitutes to get
your leather back on its feet, but may not be ideal for all types of leather. As always, test first.
Not all stains should be treated the same way. If possible, discern where the stain came from,
and treat with an appropriate remedy.
Tacky Leather
If your leather becomes tacky after being treated, this usually means too much leather
conditioner has been used. This is usually easy to reverse, especially when it is treated quickly.
● Dab up the leather surface's with a damp cloth to pick up residual oils.
● Apply a leather cleaner. This may take multiple sessions over a few days. Make sure the
leather doesn't get too dry during this time.
● You can also apply a sprinkling of baking soda or cornstarch between cleanings, when the
leather is completely dry. Let the powder sit overnight, and if it turns yellow the next day,
dust it off and repeat. Cycle between this and your leather cleaner, and try to give the
leather as much use as possible, until the stickiness disappears.
● Apply more conditioner if you feel your leather needs it, but only as much as naturally
absorbs, to avoid over-conditioning.
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