The Benefits Of Professional Leather Clothing Cleaning
Leather clothing cleaning should be done by professionals, as leather pieces are an investment. Do you follow the annual fashion weeks and know which designers are showing leather? Maybe you are a James Dean fan and have a similar leather jacket? Whatever the reason for your love of leather, it deserves the attention of a professional cleaning service such as the one offered by Hometown Cleaners.
Did you know suede is also a type of leather but treated differently, as it has a soft, fuzzy nap compared to the smooth feel of leather? Whether you have suede or leather items, they need expert cleaning. What are the benefits of professional leather clothing cleaning?
It Prevents Cracking From Forming
It is easy to identify an item made from real leather as it has that unique leather smell. It also tends to wrinkle, have slight blemishes, and the surface structure is not uniform. As a natural material, leather deserves special care to maintain its quality. Although it seems contrary, leather is a delicate material and, if cleaned with harsh soaps, will become stiff and cracked.
But before you wear any leather item for the first time, have it treated with a leather protector as the protective coating weatherproofs it, preventing stains from forming on the surface. Leather clothing cleaning professionals know when to reapply the protector but will use a quality leather conditioner every time the item is cleaned, as it prevents the surface from cracking.
It Increases The Longevity Of The Garment
Cleaning a leather garment at home is time-consuming and requires some technical knowledge, making it a risky and potentially expensive venture. Hometown Cleaners provides dry cleaning services, as well as professional leather clothing cleaning that increases the garment’s longevity. Professional cleaning removes bad smells, any accumulation of dirt, and stubborn stains easily. Using this service will definitely save you money in the long run.
What can you do to preserve your leather jacket, pants or skirt?
Don’t apply cologne, perfume or hairspray while wearing a leather item, the alcohol content dries the leather out.
Use a professional to do alterations, attach emblems and add embroidery, as holes created by incorrect stitching are challenging to remove.
Do not fill jacket pockets with heavy items, it stretches the leather.
It Keeps The Leather Soft And Comfortable
Florida’s weather and scenery are perfect for experienced bikers who enjoy a challenging motorcycle route. Do you wear biking gear frequently exposed to harsh weather, requiring more regular cleaning and treatment? A specialty cleaner shows a level of care that includes a cleaning process appropriate to leather, with expert removal of grease stains. Applying conditioner that keeps the leather soft, supple and comfortable between wears, is part of the treatment.
Leather garments exposed to moisture and hot sunny conditions, as one finds in Florida, should be conditioned often. Professional cleaners know which products and methods offer the glossiest finish to leather items, keeping them looking good. Use the correct protective finish in the beginning and make cleaning, conditioning and polishing leather clothing easier.
It Keeps The Resale Value Stable
Leather clothing is not often resold, but there might come a time when it is necessary. Looking after the item during its lifetime, by using professional leather clothing cleaning services, ensures a stable resale value. Keeping the protective lining and metal fittings of leather garments in a good condition is as important as maintaining the leather’s quality. Hometown Cleaners knows how to clean the lining, even if it is not removable and will protect any buckles, studs, snaps or rivets during cleaning.
Hometown Cleaners is a family business, offering professional dry cleaning and laundry services for more than sixty years. Friendly service and quality work is the backbone of our business, and we have several branches at convenient locations. Do you have silk, cashmere or suede garments that need cleaning? We have the expertise you want. Hometown Cleaners can also do leather clothing cleaning. Contact us today.
