How to Store a Leather Jacket

To keep your favorite leather jacket looking attractive for a long time, it requires regular careful care. Proper storage of a leather jacket requires compliance with several important conditions: the room should be dry, dark and cool, with good air ventilation, the temperature should remain room temperature, away from heating devices. The jacket should be stored on a wide hanger with soft shoulders in a special breathable cover, while every two months the product should be taken out for airing, avoiding direct sunlight. Before long-term storage, the leather jacket should be thoroughly cleaned and treated with special means to protect against drying out and fungus.

Basic rules for storing leather jackets

The first rule is to store them vertically. Leather jackets should be stored exclusively on hangers in a hanging position. Folding them is contraindicated, as this contributes to the formation of creases on the leather jacket, which will not be removed later. The second condition for proper storage will be the choice of a suitable storage location. It should be well ventilated so that the leather jacket can breathe.

Features of storing different types of leather

The basic storage rules we described above apply to jackets made of any type of leather. However, care for it should be selected taking into account their features:

Smooth leather. Products made of smooth leather should be treated with a special agent once a week. If wet after rain, wipe with a soft towel.
Velour requires only professional dry cleaning.
Suede. It is quite difficult to care for suede products at home. Suede jackets often require professional dry cleaning.

Depending on your skin type, you can select the appropriate special care and treatment products in the store.

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Preparing a jacket for storage

To preserve the appearance of your leather jacket for as long as possible, it is important to know how to store the item correctly:

Clean the product from dirt.
Dry it if the jacket gets wet and only then put it away in the closet.
Before hanging your jacket on a hanger, empty the pockets completely of items to avoid damaging the material or deforming the jacket.
Close all zippers, snaps and buttons. This will also help prevent creases and deformation.

Choosing the Right Storage Location

The room where you will store your leather jackets should be away from direct sunlight and heating devices. It should be well ventilated, with room temperature and humidity no more than 60%.

Using covers and hangers

Store your leather jacket in a closet on a hanger with wide shoulders, do not hang it on a hook or put it on a shelf. When storing it for a long time, use a special clothing cover that will protect the item from accidental mechanical damage and dust. Covers should be made of natural fabric that allows air to pass through well, which is extremely important for leather to breathe. Plastic covers cannot be used, as mold may form on the jackets in them.

Cleaning leather goods before packaging

Leather jackets are not allowed to be washed in a washing machine. Also, alcohol, acetone or petroleum-based products are not suitable for removing dirt. They can damage the delicate material. At home, you can remove dry dirt or salt deposits using a soap solution, which is applied to a soft cloth and wiped off the dirty areas. You can also use special leather cleaning products, having previously tested them on inconspicuous areas of the product.

Skin Cleansers

There are special means for caring for leather jackets, with the help of which you can extend the service life of the products and preserve their attractive appearance. The most necessary and effective means for caring for leather products are considered to be: Water-repellent creams and sprays. They are needed for regular protection of the material from moisture, in addition, the use of these products will allow you to remove dirt from the jacket much faster.

Silicone and acrylic sprays. With their help, you can return the jacket to an attractive appearance. Wax. Gives the skin softness, elasticity and masks small cracks. Sponges soaked in special oils. It is recommended to regularly wipe the jacket with them to maintain the leather in good condition. You can replace special care products with improvised ones that you almost always have at home:

Glycerin. Will restore the skin’s softness and elasticity. To do this, wipe the jacket with a cotton pad soaked in glycerin, repeat the procedure if necessary

A soap solution will help to deal with local and fresh dirt on the skin.
Acetylsalicylic acid removes blood stains.
A clean damp cloth will remove dust.
Castor oil will make your jacket look newer and more attractive.

When choosing a product, read the product label to make sure it is suitable for your item. Then test it on an inconspicuous area of leather or an old leather jacket that you do not plan to wear. If the product works well, you can use it on the entire surface of the jacket.

Professional cleaning and restoration

If your leather jacket is not suitable for home cleaning or you are afraid of ruining an expensive item, then the right decision would be to take it to a dry cleaner. Also, professional care will help remove old stains that cannot be washed out at home.

Mistakes when storing leather jackets

The most common mistakes to avoid when storing jackets are:

Leaving things in pockets;
Hang unbuttoned;
Use thin hangers that are not the right size;
Store near heating appliances;
Store folded on a shelf;
Use a plastic bag for storage.

All these errors will lead to deformation of the product, the appearance of creases, dry leather, and the appearance of mold and an unpleasant odor.

Additional care recommendations

In addition to the need to properly store and clean leather jackets, you should also dry the items properly:

dry away from heating devices and direct sunlight;
when sending the item out to dry, empty the pockets of contents so as not to deform the jacket;
Close all zippers and buttons to prevent creases after drying;
Dry vertically on a hanger with wide shoulders at room temperature.

If the jacket is very wet, you can save the item by following simple rules:

place the item on a horizontal surface;
Place a terry towel inside to absorb moisture;
Dry the jacket on a hanger in a well-ventilated area.
after drying, lubricate the surface of the jacket with Vaseline or a special moisturizer for leather products;
allow the substances to completely soak into the material for several hours;
then straighten the item well.

Seasonal care for your leather jacket

Regular care will help to avoid the formation of complex stains and the need to dry clean the product. To do this, try to remove light stains from the surface immediately. To do this, it is enough to use a soft damp cloth or sponge so as not to damage the leather. Treat the jacket with special water-repellent agents. They not only protect against getting wet, but also prevent stains from penetrating deep into the leather. Restore shine and moisturize the leather yourself using special products.