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This is an archive article published on July 6, 2010
How to protect leather bags this monsoon
Getting leather bag wet is not such a huge issue especially when its a vegetable tanned leather bag. But following tips can you protect them.
Written by Express News Service
New Delhi | July 6, 2010 11:41 AM IST
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Getting leather bag wet is not such a huge issue especially when its a vegetable tanned leather bag. Natural oils and extracts from barks & seeds replace the original fats in the hide giving a unique look to vegetable tanned leathers with deep colors,good body and long lasting strength. This age old natural technique also ages leather bag beautifully. Rain water just becomes another natural element and the leather reacts the way all natural things do it lets the water evaporate on its own,says Leather aficionado and Founder-President of Hidesign,Dilip Kapur.
‘Thats right the next time your vegetable tanned leather bag catches a few drops of rain or a bit of that heavy shower,just empty it out and leave it in an airy dry place for a few days or in an air-conditioned room which would actually be the best way to dehumidify the bag. Never leave your bag near a heater or under direct sunlight,because it will dry out the natural oils in the leather,leaving your bag looking dull. In the long run this could make the leather hard and develop cracks on the surface,’ said Kapur.
Like skin leather needs moisturizing too. So an an appropriate cream or wax should be bought for leather bag that contains natural oils that seep into the leather and nourish it. Most products available in the market give a gloss to the surface but do not nourish the leather.
‘After drying the bag,a light rub with a little bit of the cream and a soft cloth will moisturize your leather bag and replenish its natural oils. During the monsoons a light rub every other day will keep your leather supple and prevent the growth of fungus. If youve already started giving your bag a light rub,youll notice by the time you finish that it looks as good as new,’ said Kapur.
Remember:
*o Pat your wet leather with a soft dry cloth.
*o Leave it in a warm dry place to naturally dry. Never leave your bag near a heater or in direct sunlight!
*o Use an appropriate leather cream/wax after drying your bag to restore the balance of natural oils and enhance the leathers natural shine.
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*o Always store your leather bag in a cloth bag to protect it from dust and moisture especially in a humid environment.
*o Periodically take out your leather bag and air it (now you know why its cool to change your bags often!)
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