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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: 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 if...

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...

Saddleback Stain Solutions: Ink Marks  Saddleback Leather Finishes Quick Clean Score for Ink Marks (1=uncleanable to 10= easily cleaned) Chestnut- 6, Tobacco- 4, Cobalt Black- 9, Dark Coffee- 8 Key Takeaway: Ink marks must be removed as soon as you discover them.  As they dry and set deep into the fibers of your leather, they...

Saddleback Stain Solutions: Rain Soaked Leather Saddleback Leather Finishes Quick Clean Score for Rain Soaked Leather (1=uncleanable to 10= easily cleaned) Chestnut- 10, Tobacco- 9, Cobalt Black- 10, Dark Coffee- 10 Key Takeaway: Don’t be too worried.  Leather has a significant natural moisture content.  Rain is not fatal to your bag.  You’ll just neeed to...

Once you’ve researched, chosen, and paid good $ for a great leather bag, i know you want it to look great for many years to come. (Like i want for my beautiful bag at the right from *Saddleback Leather.) Conditioning the leather is one practice that will help you keep your beautiful leather bag looking...

Before you take your time to read this article on choosing and caring for the unique finish of your Saddleback leather bag, here is what others are saying about the info. (including El Presidente Dave himself): …By the way, I’ve spent a descent amount of time on the web researching the Saddleback leather products before...

Here is another bit of helpful information from our affiliate Wilson Leather.  Click on the logo to check out there beautiful selection of leather jackets, bags and accessories. Storage of your leather goods: Store your leather coat or jacket on a wide wooden, plastic or padded hanger to help maintain its shape. Store leather in...

  Here’s a quicktip article from our friends Barbara and Gary Crouthamel of www.lovinmybags.com   UNFINISHED HANDBAG  LEATHERS (darken with water) Do NOT use hand creams or lotions on your leather. Even though these are great for your skin, they contain mineral oils and waxes that are not compatible with leather. You may get a...