Leather Cleaning

Anyone who has owned a leather couch can attest that they are an investment piece of furniture. Leather couches are both comfortable and stylish, but they are not cheap.

Leather, like our skin, requires regular cleaning and conditioning to stay “healthy” and look its best.

Table of Contents

• What is leather upholstery and why should it be cleaned regularly?
• How to tell if your leather upholstery needs cleaning?
• 3 benefits of having your leather upholstery cleaned by De Hygienique
• De Hygienique leather upholstery cleaning process
• How often you should have your leather upholstery cleaned?

What is leather upholstery and why should it be cleaned regularly?

Leather upholstery is a type of animal hide-based furniture covering. It is used on a wide range of furniture, including sofas, chairs, and ottomans. Leather is a long-lasting material, but it does require some exceptional care to keep it looking its best.

It is critical to clean leather upholstery on a regular basis to prevent dirt and grime from accumulating and causing permanent stains. Maintaining leather upholstery properly through regular cleaning and moisturizing can help it last for many years.

How to tell if your leather upholstery needs cleaning?

Leather upholstery adds a luxurious touch to any room, but it is difficult to keep clean. Here are some tell-tale signs that your leather furniture needs some TLC:

• If you notice cracks or flaking on the surface of the leather, it means the protective coating has been damaged and the leather is starting to dry out. If left untreated, this can cause the leather to become brittle and cracked.

• If your leather feels sticky or tacky to the touch, it is most likely due to dirt and body oils that have accumulated on the surface. To avoid this buildup, leather upholstery should be cleaned on a regular basis.

• If you notice any discoloration on your leather furniture, it could be the result of staining from food, beverages, or other materials. Leather upholstery can typically be cleaned with a mild soap and water solution, but stubborn stains may necessitate the use of professional cleaners.

• If your leather upholstery has developed an unpleasant odor, it could be the result of mold or mildew growth. If leather becomes damp or wet, it is especially susceptible to mold and mildew, so it is critical to clean and dry any affected areas as soon as possible.

When you observe any of these indicators, it is time to clean your leather furniture. For the best results, use a specialized leather cleaner that will not harm the leather’s delicate surface. Apply the cleaner according to the manufacturer’s instructions, then wipe away with a soft cloth. Finally, condition the leather to prevent further damage.

3 benefits of having your leather upholstery cleaned by De Hygienique

1. Safe for most leather upholsteries

De Hygienique’s leather cleaning shampoo and moisturizer are specially designed to clean and moisturize leather upholstery. This leather cleaning product has been on the market for many years and has been used on many diverse types of leather upholstery, producing excellent cleaning results while not damaging the leather material.

2. Efficient and thorough by the professionals

Leather cleaning specialists at De Hygienique are outfitted with effective and safe leather cleaning equipment and products to ensure a thorough leather cleaning result. Our specialists have also been trained to clean several types of leather upholstery.

3. No Fuss

Rather than researching DIY leather cleaning products on the market and risking damaging the leather with unknown products, you can rely on De Hygienique’s trained cleaning specialists to clean and moisturize your leather upholstery at your preferred location.

De Hygienique leather upholstery cleaning process

1. Vacuuming

The cleaning process begins with a thorough vacuuming of the leather sofa set to remove dust and dirt particles trapped in between the creases before shampooing.

2. Shampooing

Using a soft brush, cleaning foam is meticulously applied around the sofa, gently cleaning the leather upholstery. Next, we would thoroughly wipe the shampoo with clean and soft cloth. The process would be repeated until the leather sofa is thoroughly cleaned.

Stain removal result varies depending on soiling condition and the age of the stain.

3. Moisturizing

A high-quality natural oil-based leather conditioning lotion would be applied on cleaned leather furniture. This process is essential to ensure leather stay moisturized for long periods and prevent leather from cracking or peeling.

How often you should have your leather upholstery cleaned?

1. Where it’s placed and how often it’s used.

The amount of cleaning and maintenance a piece of leather furniture needs depends on how often it is used. If a piece of leather furniture is placed in a room where it will get a lot of use, such as a living room or bedroom, it will need to be cleaned and maintained more often than if it is placed in a room where it will not get much use, such as a study or guest room.

Heavy usage will typically require cleaning and maintenance 2-3 times per year, while light usage will typically only require cleaning and maintenance once per year. By taking into account how often the furniture will be used, you can ensure that it receives the appropriate amount of care.

2. How the leather furniture is used

Usage matters.

If the activity on the leather upholstery includes food crumbs and dirt particles, such as regularly eating chips on the leather sofa while watching television or children playing with their toys on the leather sofa, then these pieces of leather furniture would require three to four professional deep cleanings per year.

In contrast, if the owner of leather furniture maintains it with care and ensures that no hazardous activities occur on or near the sofa, the leather furniture will likely require professional cleaning only once a year. Every three months, vacuuming and moisturizing on a regular basis may suffice.

3. How the leather furniture is maintained

If leather furniture is vacuumed daily and moisturized every month or so, depending on humidity and usage, it will require less frequent professional cleaning, such as once or twice a year, as opposed to those who do not maintain their furniture regularly, who will need frequent cleaning of three to four times per year.

Our upholstery cleaning services have been proven to produce effective cleaning results. De Hygienique is a reputable upholstery cleaning service provider for several well-known soft furnishings’ retailers and manufacturers.

We supply upholstery cleaning services to hotels, restaurants, offices, and other businesses in addition to residential homeowners.

During our upholstery cleaning service, we only use eco-friendly cleaning products! They are all safe for pets and children, as well as allergy sufferers.

So, hire De Hygienique leather cleaning to make your upholstery set look and smell clean. Contact our customer service department today to schedule an upholstery cleaning service appointment.

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