Methods for maintaining and cleaning genuine leather sofas

Initial maintenance. For newly purchased genuine leather sofas, cleaning and maintenance should be carried out immediately after installation: use a soft cloth dampened with warm water to wipe the surface of the sofa clean, and then gently wipe it with a leather conditioner to form a protective film that resists stains.

Routine Maintenance. Leather sofas require regular routine maintenance and cleaning. When cleaning, first wipe away dust with a dry, soft cloth, then gently wipe with a damp, soft cloth. Be careful not to rub vigorously to avoid damaging the leather. Ideally, the sofa should be cleaned and maintained with a cleaning cream and conditioner every few months. Living room leather sofas, being frequently used, require regular cleaning and maintenance.

For minor stains: If a genuine leather sofa has minor stains, no special cleaning or maintenance is required. Simply wipe off the dust with a soft cloth, then gently wash the stained area with a cleaning solution or soapy water.

For heavily soiled leather sofas, a specialized leather sofa cleaner or cleaning paste must be used. It's important to note that when using this cleaner, it's best to test it on an unseen area first to check for discoloration and staining. Regardless of the brand, all leather sofas require cleaning and maintenance; otherwise, damage will be accelerated.

For drawings and oil stains: If your child has left writing on a leather sofa, try gently erasing it with an eraser first, then wiping it with a soft, air-dried cloth. For oil stains, clean them with a cleaning solution and then wipe them clean.

For scratches: If a leather sofa is scratched or has small cracks, you can repeatedly rub it with a mixture of egg white and corresponding watercolor paint, or dry it with a hairdryer and then apply a polish, or use adhesive to glue it back together. It's best to prevent scratches in the first place, otherwise, once it cracks, it will never be the same again. For leather sofas that cannot be repaired, you can contact the leather sofa manufacturer for repair.

Regarding the sun: If a genuine leather sofa is exposed to sunlight for a long time, the color of the sofa will inevitably change. In that case, you may consider rotating the sofa or turning it around periodically.

For sticky chemicals: If your leather sofa gets stained with something like candy or glue, leaving a sticky residue that's difficult to remove, don't try to pick it off. What should you do? Try cooling it with a medical ice pack first, then gently wipe it with a linen cloth. This usually makes it easier to remove.

Post-cleaning safety precautions. Regardless of the reason or cleaning method used, once the leather is cleaned and tidied, a conditioner, protective liquid, or polish should be applied immediately to prevent the leather from becoming brittle and dull.