How To Care For Your Leather Product

Natural vegetable tanned leather is very much alive.  Sun will change its color, oil will soften its tone, and time will mold its shape. These pieces are meant to tell their story, which is why natural leather items will arrive to you completely untreated. While they can be used right away, a conditioner is suggested before use to protect from harsh wear patterns and staining. 

 

Suggested Initial Treatment

• Two days of direct sun on all sides.

• Two coats of pure liquid oil. Mink oil for a darker red tone, Neatsfoot oil for a softer yellow tone.

• One coat of Obenaufs Heavy Duty LP of similar leather dressing. 

• One night to dry. 

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All leathers can be conditioned every 6 months or as needed, and can be cleaned with a warm cloth and mild saddle soap. Pure mink oil will also help to remove indigo staining. 

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To keep your metal pieces shiny, use lemon juice or your preferred metal polish. 

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Please carefully test new products and methods on hidden areas before use.