ChiangMaiFurnishedApts Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 I wanted to apply a wax or polish to some of our leather sofas to prevent sun damage as well as minor scuffs and scratches. The only stuff I have seen for sale in Chiang Mai is in places like Tesco and its an imported spray more geared to car seats. This leather is usually a tougher/harder grade of leather. Has anyone seen a decent wax that is exclusive for furniture application. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Steve2UK Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 I'd be careful about using a wax in this climate. Better to use a leather care cream/liquid. If you can't find a commercial brand in any of the stores, here's a recipe from an advice site I found [http://www.bhg.com/decorating/lessons/furniture-guide/leather-furniture-care/]. 1 teaspoon of household ammonia 4 teaspoons of white vinegar 2 cups water Mix ingredients together. Apply mixture, dry with a soft cloth, and then wipe on castor oil, using a soft cloth. Rub on leather shoe cream in the appropriate color. Buff well. One thing about leather, it doesn't start to look worse for a long time - just different as it ages and wears naturally. If you're really concerned about caring for it, look for a place that stocks horse saddle care materials for cleaning/conditioning the leather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naam Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 I'd be careful about using a wax in this climate. Better to use a leather care cream/liquid. If you can't find a commercial brand in any of the stores, here's a recipe from an advice site I found [http://www.bhg.com/decorating/lessons/furniture-guide/leather-furniture-care/]. 1 teaspoon of household ammonia 4 teaspoons of white vinegar 2 cups water Mix ingredients together. Apply mixture, dry with a soft cloth, and then wipe on castor oil, using a soft cloth. Rub on leather shoe cream in the appropriate color. Buff well. One thing about leather, it doesn't start to look worse for a long time - just different as it ages and wears naturally. If you're really concerned about caring for it, look for a place that stocks horse saddle care materials for cleaning/conditioning the leather. if shoe polish is dark check whether properly buffed by sitting on it wearing white trousers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunta71 Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 saddle soap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Samuian Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 (edited) look for a place that stocks horse saddle care materials for cleaning/conditioning the leather. check this: Edited August 26, 2008 by Samuian Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bunta71 Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 saddle soap Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dustoff Posted August 26, 2008 Share Posted August 26, 2008 saddle soap Agreed. I wouldn't use anything else for quality leather. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FolkGuitar Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 saddle soap Agreed. I wouldn't use anything else for quality leather. ... and not just 'any saddle soap.' Use "Belvoir Glycerine Soap" for all your really good leather gear. A natural sea sponge, a bar of Belvoir, and a bucket of water, and a LOT of elbow grease. Work up a good lather with the sponge on the bar, and rub like crazy into the leather. After the cleaning, let the leather dry and give a light coat with Lexol leather conditioner. Don't use neatsfoot oil in Thailand. The little critters will have a picnic! You can order both products over the net from dozens of sources. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Who, me ? Posted August 27, 2008 Share Posted August 27, 2008 nothing !!! It is the best ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sansai Sam Posted April 9, 2009 Share Posted April 9, 2009 Say what?????? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john b good Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 I wanted to apply a wax or polish to some of our leather sofas to prevent sun damage as well as minor scuffs and scratches. The only stuff I have seen for sale in Chiang Mai is in places like Tesco and its an imported spray more geared to car seats. This leather is usually a tougher/harder grade of leather.Has anyone seen a decent wax that is exclusive for furniture application. You could try "Pledge" I have used it with favourable results. We always used to say "put pledge on yer dusters" gives a real shine (though not a shine on your dusters ) I am now waiting for your response BB Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beachbunny Posted April 10, 2009 Share Posted April 10, 2009 I wanted to apply a wax or polish to some of our leather sofas to prevent sun damage as well as minor scuffs and scratches. The only stuff I have seen for sale in Chiang Mai is in places like Tesco and its an imported spray more geared to car seats. This leather is usually a tougher/harder grade of leather.Has anyone seen a decent wax that is exclusive for furniture application. You could try "Pledge" I have used it with favourable results. We always used to say "put pledge on yer dusters" gives a real shine (though not a shine on your dusters ) I am now waiting for your response BB It does say on the pledge can that you can use it on leather. I haven't seen saddle soap here. I get white mold on my soft leather sofa during the rainy season. vinegar water gets rid of it.....natural disinfectant....then polish. I did buy some liquid in the car dept. that seems to work pretty well...it's thin as water though. you don't want to get the leather too wet. I used to use liquid gold leather cleaner/polisher in the states, but not likely to find it here. Four things my Haleys Hints cleaning book says about leather: 1. Some say to restore lustre to leather try wiping with a cloth dampened with milk. 2. To remove unsightly grease stains from leather, try dabbing a little stiffened egg white to the leather and then rub with a soft cloth. 3. For a leather softener, several drops of olive oil wiped on with a soft cloth may help soften hardened leather. 4. Leather Preserver...Some say to preserve your leather after cleaning it, rub on a layer of petroleum jell, leave on for 3-4 hours. Wipe off with a soft cloth. REMEMBER: always test on an inconspicous area of your leather item first. For cleaning, saddle soap is still probably the easiest.....if you can find it. Beachbunny Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chevyinasia Posted December 22, 2009 Share Posted December 22, 2009 I recently had several leather jackets cleaned by Dawood Leather. The owner recommended simple body lotion (non-petroleum) to keep the leather soft, supple, and odor-free. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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