How Do You Clean Suede & Leather Jackets?
Suede and leather jackets are beautiful and durable but do require extra special care. Because they are made from porous animal hide, these jackets can really hold on to stains. Unfortunately, you can’t simply throw full grain leather and suede into the wash — water is a bane to leather and suede, which is why tags on leather and suede jackets inevitably recommend professional leather cleaning only. However, although professional cleaning is recommended, there are a few things you can do at home in between visits to the dry cleaners. Brush your entire jacket with a soft cloth and a suede brush. Remove as much dust and grime as possible before applying any cleaner. Test the cleaner by applying a little to a spot of suede, such as a bottom corner of the jacket, to make sure that no color fades. If you rub a cloth on the spot and no color is transferred, you can continue using the suede cleaner. Otherwise, try to simply remove as much as possible with a dry cloth and a suede stain erase
