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How to Clean Nubuck Leather Furniture

Nubuck leather, commonly used to make furniture, is made from top grain leather with aniline dye. This velvety textured leather holds up well, but requires cleaning and protective measures to keep it looking and feeling like new. Clean this type of leather furniture with nubuck cleaner and a leather brush. Protect the furniture from spills and stains after cleaning with a waterproof leather protector. Apply a protectant every six months for best results, says Leather World Technologies.

Things You'll Need

  • Cloths
  • Vacuum with brush attachment
  • Nubuck cleaner
  • Leather brush
  • Nubuck protector spray
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Instructions

    • 1

      Use the cloth to blot up any liquid spills from the nubuck furniture.

    • 2

      Vacuum the furniture with a brush attachment to remove loose dirt, dust or crumbs.

    • 3

      Apply nubuck cleaner to the furniture according the manufacturer's instructions. Brush the nubuck gently in a circular motion with a leather brush.

    • 4

      Blot up excess cleaner with a dry cloth. Allow the nubuck furniture to air dry for one hour.

    • 5

      Apply nubuck protector spray to the leather furniture according to the manufacturer's instructions. Evenly coat the leather to ensure proper protection. Allow the protectant to air dry completely before using the furniture.