Patent leather is water-resistant, but not waterproof, so never submerge items in water.
Read on to learn how to clean patent leather to help keep your shiny goods last longer.
Wipe away dust and dirt first with a dry microfiber cloth.
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Use a brush attachment on your vacuum to clean patent leather furniture.
Mix a couple of squirts of mild dish detergent in a bowl filled with water.
Older scuffs may be tough to remove or permanent.
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Dry With a Microfiber Cloth
After scrubbing away the dirt and stains, dry it well.
Try a small utility of Vaseline to buff out an inconspicuous scuff.
Avoid using glass cleaner on patent leather.
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The harsh chemicals may cause a permanent cloudy finish.
Use pantry items to remove challenging oil-based stains on patent leather.
Sprinkle cornstarch on the stain and leave it for at least 15 minutes to absorb the oil.
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If unsuccessful, contact a professional cleaner.
In addition to storing patent leather away from sunlight, keep the material dry.
Immediately dry patent leather if it comes in contact with water because the finish may not be waterproof.
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