Clean leather often, a frequent and gentle cleaning is easier on leather than less frequent, more aggressive cleaning. Cleaning will remove built-up dirt, skin oils and perspiration.

1. Protected (Pigmented) and Semi-aniline Leathers – Clean with a mild soap and water solution. Use a mild soap with a neutral pH. Rinse with a clean, damp cloth to remove any soap residue. Do not use a soap product that is harsh on your skin, as it will be harsh on the leather. Always test the soap solution in an unseen area on the sofa to ensure that the solution does not damage the leather (no leather color transfer on to your cloth).

2. Natural (Aniline) Leathers – Clean with only a slightly damp cloth. Do not use any type of soap on natural (aniline) leather.

Palliser Furniture is the source for this guide. More information can be found at http://www.palliserfurniture.com.