LEATHER CARE

Unlike uniform looking synthetics, leather is a natural material with a unique grain that requires love and attention. Here are a few easy tips on how to care for your Habarie leather bags:

01 Clean

 

STEP 1: Keep the leather clean. Try to brush your leather down with a damp cloth at least once a week. Use a soft brush to remove dust particles from the crevices of the leather. 

STEP 2: Do not use any soaps, detergent or hard cleansers. Do blot away water or moisture as soon as possible. Dry the wet leather naturally, away from artificial heat.

STEP 3: Always do a patch test in a discreet area such as the inside or the bottom of your bag. Check how the cleaning solution reacts to your leather.

STEP 4: Dip a clean cloth into the cleaning solution and gently wipe your bag. Avoid rubbing too hard.

STEP 5: Allow the bag to dry naturally once you’ve cleaned all the surfaces.

STEP 6: Dry your leather slowly. Drying leather quickly will change its chemical structure, causing it to become brittle and crack 

 

02 Moisturize

 

 

STEP 1:  If your leather is starting to dry out or crack it may be time to moisturize the material. 

STEP 2: Buy a leather dressing or a leather cream. Some several oils and waxes can help you reduce the cracks and dryness in your leather. 

STEP 3: Dab some of the leather creams on a clean cloth. Apply the cream on the base or insides of the bag as a patch test.

STEP 4: Using gentle circular strokes, rub your entire bag. 

STEP 5: If you don’t have any leather cream or dressing, you can use any petroleum jelly or natural oil such as coconut oil. Always do a patch test.

STEP 6: It helps to maintain the softness of the leather and help prevent it from cracking. it will increase the life of leather by at least 5-10 years.

STEP 7: Even if you haven’t used your leather item for many years, don’t just keep it stored in a glass display case. You need to dress the leather periodically

 

03 Maintain Your Leather 

• Keep leather items out of the sun. The sun will dry the leather out and cause it to become brittle.

• Keep the items in a cool, dry place when not in use.

• Don’t keep your leather in plastic either. Removing all air supply from the leather is bad for the material.

• Keep leather away from abrasives that can scuff or cut it. Add moisture to your leather