If you own a fine leather jacket then you may have drawn a few looks here and there because of the style. Unfortunately over time, even a great leather jacket can turn ugly on you if it isn’t properly maintained. Basic leather care will preserve the investment of your quality leather jacket.
When you take your leather jacket home for the first time, the initial step you should conduct is to condition it and make it waterproof. Following that, the right care will uphold its noteworthy appearance for years. As a matter of fact, with appropriate care, leather outwears denim 20 to 1. I’ve witnessed examples of where a good quality, well maintained leather jacket can hold up for over 50 years!
Find out everything you can about your leather jacket, get the right stuff and set aside time for mandatory cleaning. Recommended products are Fiebings 4 way care or Lexol. If you don’t do it yourself, then pay a pro to clean your leather jacket for you.
How can you amend your leather jacket’s sleeves when the edges are cracking, without causing the leather to turn frail or super soft? If you have any free edges, you can actually tack them up with a little dab of rubber cement which is sold at a lot of grocery or retail stores.
If the edges are not torn but are just starting to look rough, one of the best options is for you to use a combination of mink oil and beeswax. Typically this concoction is sold as a paste, making it easy to apply. While it helps to improve those rough spots, it does soften, but not too much. This combination will also help preserve the leather and prevent stains.
One of the top products you can buy for your leather jacket is called Lexol. This brand is excellent for restoring worn leather, bringing it back to its natural state. Another professional cleaner/conditioner is called Fiebing’s All Purpose Leather Cleaner and Conditioner. It too helps restore leather that is worn while also helping to prevent water spots, stains, and even cracking.
An additional great product that does it all – conditions, waterproofs, preserves, softens, and restores leather – is called Snow-Proof. This product has neither color nor odor and is exceptional on leather jackets as well as boots and shoes. Best of all, it won’t leave a greasy feel.
Carnauba Cream will likewise reestablish and smoothen your leather coat. It helps to defy marks and fingerprints and does a spectacular job of restitution. One other product you should look into is called Leather Balm with Atom Wax. This particular product was developed specifically for leather preservation and restoration. It helps to expose a nice soft, natural finish, as well.
I advise exploring these products further before deciding on one. Type the product name into a search engine and read up on their various attributes. Prices and effects will vary depending upon the application. Proper upkeep and conditioning of your leather jacket will pay off dividends of enjoyment and years of wear.
Author Ethan O. Tanner offers his knowlege on how to maintain your leather jacket properly as well as the leather care products that will assist you.
