You inherit a 50-year-old leather chair.
Do you:
A) Restore it like new
B) Clean it but preserve the patina
C) Leave it completely alone
Why?
@leatherrepairco.bsky.social
@leatherrepairco.bsky.socialYou inherit a 50-year-old leather chair.
Do you:
A) Restore it like new
B) Clean it but preserve the patina
C) Leave it completely alone
Why?
@leatherrepairco.bsky.socialVintage leather looks dry?
Don’t automatically cover it in oils or conditioners.
Older leather needs assessing first. The wrong treatment can change its appearance and potentially create further problems.
@leatherrepairco.bsky.socialVintage leather needs patience.
Aggressive cleaning can alter an old finish permanently. Assess its age, condition and leather type before doing anything.