How to maintain and care for genuine leather sofas

Sofas are an essential part of our home life. Compared to wooden sofas, genuine leather sofas are more comfortable, soft, and resilient. However, genuine leather sofas are prone to problems such as mold and hardening of the leather. If not properly maintained, the sofa can easily lose its luster and, in severe cases, even deform. Therefore, proper daily care of genuine leather sofas is very important.

I. Daily cleaning of sofas

Daily care of genuine leather sofas is actually not difficult. First, use a vacuum cleaner to remove dust from the surface of the sofa, then gently wipe the leather surface with a wrung-out damp towel, and clean the sofa with leather cleaner every 2-3 months.

Do not use alkaline cleaning solutions to wipe the sofa, because genuine leather is treated with an acidic process during the leather making process. Alkaline liquids will reduce the softness of the leather and cause it to crack with long-term use.

II. Sofa Stain Removal

1. Egg white cleaning method

Gently wipe the sofa surface with a soft cloth dipped in egg white; this will remove stains and restore the leather's shine.

2. Alcohol stain removal method

If you find oil stains, ballpoint pen marks, ink stains, or other dirt on the sofa surface, clean it immediately with a leather cleaner, or gently wipe the stain with a clean white towel dampened with a little alcohol, then wipe it dry with a dry towel and apply a protective agent.

III. Sofa Maintenance

1. Seat Cushion Care

If the cushions are reversible, it's best to flip them weekly to distribute wear evenly. Regularly take the cushions outdoors and beat them to loosen the internal fibers and maintain the sofa's elasticity.

2. Leather surface care

Do not jump around on a leather sofa, and do not place hard objects on the leather surface to avoid damaging it.

3. Details of the movement

If you need to move the sofa, hold it by the bottom and drag it, not by the leather surface, to avoid damaging the leather.

IV. Placement Requirements for Genuine Leather Sofas

Do not place it in direct sunlight or where air conditioning blows directly on it, as this will cause the leather to harden and fade. Ensure good ventilation in your living space, as both excessively dry and humid environments will accelerate the aging of the leather.