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style and fashion mens shoes and footwearHow do you polish a leather jacket at home?
Correspondingly, can I put my leather jacket in the washing machine?
You cannot wash the jacket in warmweather. If you're going to be machine washing yourjacket, always go for the delicate wash setting, withcold water. Washing Machine Settings for a leatherjacket: Delicate or Gentle wash.
- Pour white distilled vinegar into a spray bottle.
- Spray the inside of the jacket until it is soaked.
- Hang the jacket on a hanger.
- Turn the jacket inside out.
- Sprinkle a layer of baking soda on the jacket.
- Fill a spray bottle halfway with water.
- Spray the baking soda with the spray bottle to lightly wetit.
Keeping this in consideration, how do you care for a leather jacket?
How to Care for a Leather Jacket
- Water and a damp cloth are all you need for a good wipe-down onyour leather jacket.
- If there is a stain, be cautious to read the label beforeapplying any type of cleaning solution.
- Let the jacket air-dry.
- Once the jacket has dried on its own, apply a thin layer ofLeather Honey Leather Conditioner.
Apply another coat of the conditioner and aim a blowdryer on medium heat at the jacket. You just want to warmit, which will cause the leather to soak up and seal in theconditioner. Keep the dryer moving at all times, and don't getcloser than 6 inches. Use the microfiber towel to buff thejacket to a good shine.