How to Preserve & Protect a Leather Couch

Leather couches are quite durable and can last for many years with proper care. When treated and protected with products specifically designed for leather, your couch may even last longer than those made of fabric. As with other furniture, it's important to wipe up spills as they happen and to perform basic cleaning as needed. To maintain the leather's characteristic beauty and coloring, keep the couch out of direct sunlight and away from extreme heat.

Feather or static duster
Vacuum cleaner with attachments
Leather conditioner
Cloth or sponge
Chamois cloth
Leather wipes

Instructions

- 1
  Brush the entire couch surface gently with the feather or static duster. Cover all the seams and indented areas, which are prone dust collection.
- 2
  Remove the couch cushions if they are removable. Vacuum beneath the cushions, in the crevices and in the area where the couch seat meets the arms and back using your the narrow crevice attachment. Replace the cushions after vacuuming if applicable.
- 3
  Apply leather conditioner to your couch using a cloth or clean sponge, following the directions on the conditioner. Allow to dry thoroughly before sitting on the couch.
- 4
  Remove scratches from the couch by buffing them out with a damp chamois cloth or by rubbing your fingers over them gently.
- 5
  Wipe up any spills or residue as soon as possible using a damp sponge or cleaning wipes designed for use on leather. If residue has dried on the couch, gently scratch at it with your fingernail until most of it comes off, then wipe away the rest with the damp sponge.

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