Tips on Protecting your Leather From a 30 Year Pro
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Chris Repp Leather Repair Pro (@leatherhelpguy) Here’s the leather wax I recommend from Amazon Here’s the finished leather conditioner I recommend from Amazon Here’s the Suede/Nubuck protector I recomend from Amazon *Links included are affiliate links, so if you order through my links […]
Ocean City Leather Cleaning and Repairs (At the Iconic Carousel)
LeatherHelp, LLC is a third generation family business, and has been serving local leather customers in Baltimore and Washington DC Leather Work at the Beach Despite our base of operations being 3 hours from the beach, sometimes i set up special projects where i travel to Ocean City or Bethany or Lewes or Rehobeth […]
Leather Cleaning and Repair in Lancaster PA
A few months ago, we went to the lobby of this commercial space in downtown Lancaster for leather restoration. There were two beautiful brown leather sectionals just like this one, but they were fading and dirty and dry. Replacing the sectionals would have cost $10,000, at least. We did the work for a fraction of […]
The Leather Repair Pro’s Perspective: Why the Happy Patina Writing Kit Cover Stands Out
As a leather repair professional at LeatherHelp.com, I see a lot of leather goods in my travels. From everyday classic leather furniture, to cherished vintage bags, I’ve developed a keen eye for quality craftsmanship and material integrity. Recently, I had the opportunity to examine the Happy Patina Leather Writing Kit Cover, and I was genuinely […]
Essential Products for Leather Furniture Flippers
*Amazon links are affiliate links. Cleaners and cleaning tools for finish protected or Wax-coated leather: Basic finished leather cleaners I recommend: Chamberlains Straight Cleaner Magic Eraser for dirty light colored finished leather- https://amzn.to/4ajCHtY Exfoliating gloves https://amzn.to/4gXN1KC Pipe Cleaners- https://amzn.to/40e5YSb Lint free rags- https://amzn.to/4gRgGVI Vinyl cleaner- https://amzn.to/3WF4DD1 Ink removal- https://amzn.to/4gQd4mF use with pipe cleaners, dabbing carefully. […]
Leather repair for a cat damaged sofa
Before Repair After Repair I just wanted to tell you how impressed and appreciative I am with the beautiful repair job you did on our leather furniture. It looks like new! I never thought it would have been possible for you to do such an excellent and complete job. You are very talented indeed! AND […]
Saddleback Leather Help for holiday shopping
Shopping to get the perfect leather bag for that someone special (maybe you) this holiday season? Saddleback Leather sells the best. As a 25yr leather pro who has spent a bunch of time testing and researching Saddleback’s leather finishes, I’m happy to share my knowledge so you (or a loved one) gets the best bag, […]
Saddleback Stain Solutions: Paint Splatters
Saddleback Stain Solutions: Paint Splatters Saddleback Leather Finishes Quick Clean Score for Paint Splatters (1=uncleanable to 10=easily cleaned) Chestnut- 10, Tobacco- 9, Cobalt Black- 10, Dark Coffee- 9 Key Takeaway: Drops or splatters of paint seem like a disaster but can be safely removed from the surface of your leather bag. Once you know how, […]
Saddleback Stain Solutions: Mold on your Leather Bag
Saddleback Stain Solutions: Moldy Leather Saddleback Leather Finishes Quick Clean Score for Moldy Leather (1=uncleanable to 10=easily cleaned) Chestnut- 8, Tobacco- 7, Cobalt Black- 7, Dark Coffee- 7 Key Takeaway: If you leather remains in a damp, dark place for a long time, it can get moldy. Better storage will prevent this problem. But […]
Saddleback Stain Solutions: Muddy leather bag
Saddleback Stain Solutions: Mud on your Leather Saddleback Leather Finishes Quick Clean Score for Muddy Leather (1=uncleanable to 10=easily cleaned) Chestnut- 9, Tobacco- 6, Cobalt Black- 10, Dark Coffee- 9 Key Takeaway: Mud stained or splashed leather bags can be cleaned quite easily. In most cases, a damp cloth will do the trick. Just be […]