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Cleaning and Removing Paint from Leather

If you have paint stain on your leather, you should first try cleaning the stain with saddle soap. If the paint stain lingers, you can try wiping it with rubbing alcohol. If your leather has been dyed, you should do a spot test first in a non-visible area to make sure the alcohol doesn’t fade [...]

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Gum and Leather

If you have gum stuck on your leather, grab an ice cube. Rub the gum with ice until it becomes hard. Gently peel the gum away. If all the gum doesn’t come off, repeat the process. You should never try to scrape gum off of leather because it will scratch the leather.

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Cleaning Mildew and Mold from Leather

You can remove mildew and mold from leather the same way you remove ink stains, with isopropyl alcohol. Mix equal parts water and alcohol together. Dampen a soft cloth in the liquid and then wipe the molded or mildewed leather. The leather will be damp, allow it to dry naturally away from direct sunlight.

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Road-Salt Stained Leather

To remove road-salt stains from leather you will need to mix 3 parts vinegar with 1 part water in a bowl. Dip a cotton ball into the liquid and then wipe the salt stain away with the cotton ball.

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Ink Stains on Leather

Rubbing alcohol or isopropyl alcohol works the best to remove ink stains from leather. To clean the ink stain, get a Q-tip and dip it in the alcohol. Gently dab the ink stain and apply the alcohol to it. Let it sit for 15 minutes. Then, get a dry towel and wipe the ink stain.

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Cleaning and Removing Grease and Oil Stains From Leather

Most everyone has heard the saying: “oil and water do not mix. If you have to clean up a grease or oil stain from leather, do not use water. It will only make the stain worse. First, blot the excess grease or oil from the leather. Sprinkle cornstarch over the stain and let it sit [...]

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