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Posted on November 22, 2008 by Pearle Tsuji | Posted under Fashion Style
Leather Jacket Care: Keep Yours In The Best Shape
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Maintenance basics Well maintained leather jackets can really stand the test of time. If you heard of stories involving leather jackets that are even 50 years old, it has to be some grain of truth in them. Denim wear off twenty times faster, but leather is here to stay, only if you know how to maintain it. The first step is to waterproof your new leather jacket. In case you need your leather jacket to be cleaned, learn how to do it properly. If you fear that you might screw things up, it is better to leave this with the professionals and just take the jacket to a cleaning service. Repair techniques A big issue with leather jackets is that the sleeves become worn in time and they get full of thin cracks, leaving the leather too soft. A good way to repair the edges on your jacket is to adjust them with some dab of rubber cement. You can find such a product in retail stores or at the local grocery. If you notice the problem while the cracks did not begin to be that visible, you can treat the leather in those areas with mink oil and beeswax. The mixture we mentioned is found as is, in stores and you can apply it very easy. The rough spots will improve and the concoction will not make the leather become too soft. If you treat the leather with this substance, you can maintain it better and stains will not get on it. How to restore a leather jacket If you want to know how to care for your leather jacket, you should get accustomed to the name Lexol. This is a very efficient product, especially designed for restoring leather garments. You can also use, with the same efficiency, Fiebing's All Purpose Leather Cleaner and Conditioner. These products are meant to help the leather do not get damaged by water, stains and cracks. Snow-Proof is another substance that can be applied on leather jackets as it helps a great deal with softening the rough spots and protecting it against water and other stains. This product is preferred by many, as it has no color and no smell. You can use it with the same rate of success on boots or shoes and you will not get that greasy feel that can be really obnoxious. For making your leather jacket resistant to scratches and finger prints, Carnauba Cream is the right product for the job. Leather Balm with Atom Wax should also be on your shopping list when you search for great products made for leather jacket care. You will get a well maintained, soft looking jacket that will be a pleasure to wear again. Depending on the kind of maintenance you want to perform on your jacket, it is best to read more on each of these products, as they can deliver different results. About The Author: Visit www.articleclick.com for additional article contributions by Pearle Tsuji. |
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