How to Clean Leather Furniture
Step 1
Vacuum the entire piece of furniture once per month. Use the attachments on your vacuum to sweep the cracks and crevices of the furniture. Remove any cushions and vacuum away all visible dirt. Use the soft brush attachment to clean the surface of the furniture, too.
Always use the vacuum attachments rather than picking up the entire vacuum and putting it on the furniture. The weight of the vacuum and its sharp edges could easily scratch the leather.
Step 2
Wipe the furniture down with a microfiber cloth from the top to bottom. Use a clean, dry microfiber cloth to give the entire piece of furniture a thorough wipe down. Start at the top of the furniture and work your way down so that any dislodged dust or dirt will fall to areas that haven’t been wiped clean yet.
While you’re wiping the furniture down, take note of any areas that are stained or particularly dirty so you can treat them later.
Step 3
Mix together equal parts vinegar and water to create a cleaning solution. In a small bowl, combine 1/2 cup (120 mL) of water with 1/2 cup (120 mL) of white vinegar. To prevent spilling the mixture, place the bowl on the ground near the furniture that you’re cleaning.
Test out new cleaning products on an inconspicuous area first just in case it doesn’t react well with the leather.
Step 4
Use the water and vinegar to wipe away any dirty areas you noticed. Dip a clean microfiber cloth into the solution and squeeze it out so that it’s damp, but not dripping. Use a gentle, circular motion to clean away dirt and grime. It’s not necessary to clean the entire piece of furniture, though it won’t hurt the leather to wipe the whole thing down.
Be very gentle if you’re cleaning unprotected leather, as it is much easier to scratch and damage.
Step 5
Dry off the water and vinegar with a clean microfiber towel. After you wipe down the piece of furniture, take a clean, dry microfiber towel and wipe away any excess moisture that remains. Avoid letting wet spots air dry.
If the microfiber cloth gets too wet while you’re drying off the furniture, use a fresh, dry towel.
Step 6
Apply a conditioner to your furniture every 6 to 12 months. Read the manufacturer’s instructions carefully before you apply the conditioner. Generally, you’ll apply the conditioner to a clean washcloth and rub it into the leather using gentle, circular motions. Make sure to check how long the conditioner needs to be left alone before you use the furniture again.
Test the conditioner out on an inconspicuous area of the furniture before applying it to the entire piece.
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