Spills, drips, dribbles, and smears are inevitable in your home, but they don’t have to be the end of your leather furniture. Bayles Leather House in Victor, NY, designs and sells high-quality furniture fit for any room. They offer a broad range of pieces, from sofas to theater seats, and use their expertise to help customers maintain their favorite items.

Must-Know Leather Furniture Cleaning Tips

Act Quickly

The key to preventing stains on leather furniture is to clean up spills immediately. The longer they sit, the more time the liquid has to seep into the material. If you’re worried you won’t be able to clean up a spill fast enough, take a moment to spread the liquid over the affected area. This might seem counterproductive, but it avoids having a heavy concentration of liquid in one spot and lets you eliminate the line surrounding the watermark, which is the most obvious sign of a stain.

Use The Right Equipment

If you need to remove dirt or small debris from your leather furniture, use a soft brush or cloth; anything else will let tiny particles scratch the surface. Never use ammonia or alkaline products to clean leather. You can use a mild soap if you need something stronger than a damp cloth, but exercise caution — too much could damage the leather beyond repair.

Repair Scratches

It’s almost impossible to avoid scratches on your leather furniture, but you can remove them if they aren’t too deep. Minor scratches may disappear simply by rubbing them with your fingertips. If that doesn’t work, find a shoe polish that matches the color of your leather and use it to fill in the scratch. As a final touch, steam the area around the scratch to minimize its appearance.

Leather furniture requires routine maintenance, but it’s a beautiful addition to any space. Bayles Leather House has a large selection of the best leather pieces and other furniture waiting for you in their showroom. To get a glimpse of their latest items, visit their website or Facebook page, and call (585) 742-1360 to speak with a furniture expert.