Leather Care
leather is a natural material with a unique grain that requires love and attention. Here are a few easy tips on how to care for your Arvy leather bags:
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CLEANING
• Use a soft brush to remove dust particles from the crevices of the leather.
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• Use a mild cleaning solution such as Dettol or even a mild face wash. In a ratio of 1:10 of cleaning solution to water.
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• Always do a patch test in a discreet area such as the inside or the bottom of your bag. Check how the cleaning solution reacts to your leather.
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• Dip a clean cloth into the cleaning solution and gently wipe your bag. Avoid rubbing too hard.
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• Allow the bag to dry naturally once you’ve cleaned all the surfaces.
• Too much work? Visit any Hidesign store for a free clean up and polish!
MOISTURISE
• Next to this is the product listing of the Leather Cream Bottle and the leather care kit (with brush, cream & cloth)
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• Dab a little bit of the leather cream on a clean cloth
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• Apply the cream on the base or insides of the bag as a patch test
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• Using gentle circular strokes, rub your entire bag.
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• If you don’t have the leather cream, use a mild body lotion or a natural oil such as coconut oil. Always do a patch test.
STORE
• To store your leather bag, stuff it with neatly rolled newspapers to retain it’s shape
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• Ensure you stuff the corners to avoid wrinkles. Avoid over stuffing the bag.
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• Place your leather bag in a cotton cloth bag. This allows the leather to breathe. (avoid plastic)
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• Place it neatly for storage in an airy shelf. Avoid closed, humid corners.
