Use and Care Manual

Leather Upholstered Furniture
Leather isn’t perfect and that’s the beauty of it. All leather or “genuine” leather has natural
markings, including variations of shade and tone, as well as nicks, scratches, and wrinkles—
characteristics that distinguish it from manmade materials.
How to Care for Leather:
1. Dust often and use a vacuum cleaner crevice tool to clean seams.
2. Clean weekly using a damp sponge or soft, lint-free cloth. Do not rub; instead, wipe
gently.
3. Do not use or place sharp objects on leather goods. Leather is very durable; however, it
is not accident or damage proof.
4. Keep leather furniture out of direct sunlight and at least two feet from heat sources to
avoid fading and cracking.
5. Do not place newspapers or magazines on leather furniture. The ink from these items
may be transferred onto the leather.
6. Do not use abrasives; harsh chemicals; saddle soap; leather cleaners that contain any
oils, soaps, or detergents; or common household cleaners on leather furniture. Only use
recommended leather cleaners.
7. Follow instructions for any gentle leather cleaner you might use. Additionally, leather
conditioners provide a barrier to stains and help extend the life of your leather. Before
using any cleaning/conditioning product on leather, test it in an obscure area.
8. Improper cleaning may void your leather furniture warranty.
How to Remove Spots, Spills and Stains from Leather:
Water Spots:
A water spot can be removed by wiping the entire area seam to seam with a damp cloth so
there is no “demarcation point” on the leather and the leather can dry uniformly.
Pet Urine Stains:
We recommend “Natures Miracle" available in pet stores for removing pet urine stains and
neutralizing the area. Follow product directions on the product. Please note that anytime you
are “washing” or cleaning leather you must do the entire cushion, seam to seam, edge to edge,
so as not to end up with a water stain. If leather can dry evenly there is no "demarcation point.”
Ink Stains:
Ink remover sticks are effective in removing or reducing noticeable ink markings from most
leathers.