How Often Should You Clean Your Leather Furniture?

Why Cleaning Your Leather Furniture is Important

Quality leather furniture is an investment that will add style, comfort, and sophistication to your home.

But to prolong the lifespan of your leather and ensure that it remains in great condition, it’s important to clean it regularly.

Dirt, grit, and other contaminants can build up on the surface of your leather furniture over time, causing it to look discoloured. Left unchecked, it will also cause cracking and scratches and degrade the surface of the leather.

Regular cleaning can prevent these issues while maintaining the softness and suppleness of the leather, preventing it from cracking. In addition to this, regular cleaning can help to prevent the buildup of bacteria and allergens.

How Often You Should Clean Your Leather Furniture?

The frequency with which you should clean your leather furniture will depend on several factors:

• How often it is used.
• The colour and type of leather.
• The level of exposure to dust, dirt and spillages.
• Whether you have children or pets.

Generally, it is sensible to dust and vacuum your leather furniture once a week to remove surface dirt and any debris that goes into the gaps of cushions. For deeper cleaning, you should follow the manufacturer’s recommendations or consult a professional leather cleaning company. 

How to Clean Your Leather Furniture

Regular vacuuming and dusting of your leather will help maintain its appearance.

Use a soft, dry cloth or a vacuum cleaner with a soft brush attachment to remove surface dirt and dust. Also, you should vacuum between the gaps and crevices. You should aim to do this once a week or even more frequently if your furniture has heavy use.

In addition to this basic maintenance, a thorough deep clean is necessary to remove ingrained dirt, stains and soiling that can’t be removed by dusting or vacuuming. Generally, it’s a good idea to deep clean your leather furniture every 6-12 months. However, if your furniture has particularly heavy use, you may need to clean it even more frequently than this.

Different types of leather require different cleaning methods and products. If you have any doubt about the best product to use for your particular type of leather, get in touch with our technical help team today.

Choosing Safe and Effective Cleaning Products for Your Leather Furniture

Using high-quality cleaning products for your leather furniture is essential to prevent damage or discolouration.

Avoid purchasing readily available shop-bought cleaning chemicals which may be too harsh and abrasive for your leather. Instead, opt for gentle, specialist leather cleaning products cleaners designed specifically for leather furniture.

Always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations and test the cleaning product on an inconspicuous area first to ensure that it doesn’t cause discolouration or other damage.

Check out the Tanner & Hide range of leather cleaning solutions.

Dos and Don’ts of Leather Furniture Care

To ensure that your leather furniture stays in good condition and lasts for years to come, it’s important to bear a few things in mind.

Do dust and vacuum your furniture regularly, using a soft cloth or brush to remove surface dirt, and periodically deep clean your furniture using a gentle, cleaning product designed specifically for leather furniture.

Do apply a high-quality leather conditioning cream to protect your leather and keep it supple.

Don’t use harsh chemicals or abrasive cleaners.

Don’t expose your leather furniture to direct sunlight or heat sources, or use excessive moisture water to clean your furniture.

Signs That Your Leather Furniture Needs Professional Cleaning

Maintaining Your Leather Furniture Between Deep Cleans

Regular maintenance will help to keep your leather furniture looking its best between deep cleans.

Every couple of months, apply Tanner & Hide Leather Conditioner, gently buffing the surface with a soft cloth. This will retain its suppleness and help to prevent drying and cracking.

Also, consider using a leather colour restorer or touch-up paints to repair minor scratches or fading and keep your leather furniture looking like new.

Cleaning and Maintenance Advice

We offer free help and advice to customers considering purchasing Tanner & Hide products.

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with our team.