How Do You Remove Stains From Leather Sofas?
Leather sofas can add a touch of class to any living room or den, but cleaning them can be a challenge. Finding a grease or ink stain or your leather sofa can be a cause of aggravation, but you can remove most stains with a little care and patience. The cleaning method varies depending on the type of stain on your sofa, so closely examine the stain before cleaning it. Place a mild, moisturizing soap on a soft cloth. Lather it up, and thoroughly work the soap through the cloth. Gently wipe the surface of the sofa. Don’t over-wet the leather as that will damage it. Just use light strokes to buff the leather. The moisturizing soap will condition the leather as you go. Let the sofa air dry. Don’t rinse the sofa, but let it air dry over time. Lightly blot the oil or grease stain with a soft cloth. Don’t scrub the spot, or you will work the stain into the sofa. Do not use water to try to remove the stain; stick with a dry cloth. Keep blotting until the cloth doesn’t pick up anymore grease. A
