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Leather

Leather is any treated animal skin or rawhide. The tough, flexible, and aesthetically pleasing characteristics of leather have made it a staple in the production of shoes, clothes, furniture and many other goods.

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Can shoe polish be used on a leather wallet or leather diary of the same color?

Shoe polish should not be used to colour leather other than shoes. It is likely to come off on your hands and clothing. Shoes are finished in a different way to other leathers

How can you clean up spilled nail polish remover on leather couch?

I just used nail polish remover on my black leather chair and ottoman (made by Ashley)to remove pink nail polish and it worked without damaging the leather.

Do the rubber soles on shoes wear out?

Yes they do due to how much you walk on them. When your soles start wearing out it's time to get new shoes!!!!!!

How does durahide compares to leather in durability and resilience?

Answer we also purchased this durahide crap, after 3 yrs we had the same cracking . we purchased the same warranty so we weren't really worried, well the lady i talked with at the warranty place (alicia at guardian) actually laughed at me!!!!!! i have never been so mad in my whole life. i asked her if they are even going to look at it to see whats causing it??? she said ...quote no we dont care...is that all sir???? i said you have got to be kidding me?? your just gonna shaft me like this..she then said we dont care..good bye. and hung up. this is the gods honest truth...im sitting here now trying to figure out how to calm down!!!! do not buy from Ashley .and do not EVER get any warranty from guardian protective .greg from Syracuse ny.DO NOT buy durahide. Leather is the only way to go!!! I purchased a durahide sofa and reclining chair from Ashley Furniture and it has been the biggest mistake. Whenever a person sweats or has natural body oils at least a leather couch "breathes"- a durahide couch hardens like plastic and then cracks. I just had a furniture repair person just come out and he stated that all durahide furniture will turn hard and start cracking whenever a head or other skin lays against it!!!! I wish I would have known that. If you have Durahide always use a pillow or throw wherever your skin touches or you will have the same problem I have. Also do not buy from ASHLEY FURNITURE!!!!! They have poor customer service- bad warranties and offer worthless extended warranties. BEWARE!!!!!

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I have to disagree with Ashley's poor service, Ashley in fact has one of the Best customer services i have ever seen, considering i work for the furniture indusries.

I Must say the problems the Person above is stating is infact Poor service from the "Place Of Purchace" You can infact Order Many Different parts from ashley-from Whatever You Bought- However if you Bought it from a place that Doesn't give two rats about there customers and only the money well then... there you have it. I have Order parts for my Customers and 2-3 weeks Parts are in hand and a Work Order is set in place for a repair"On Ashleys Dollar" Maybe before anyone else starts Banging Suppliers they should do some HomeWork and they would know the Truth, Yes Over time durahide will start to get hard, But for the price, It's alot cheaper then leather. But always keep in mind "Folks You Get What You Pay For."

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I have to agree Ashley is does a poor job backing up their products. The sales people who sold us our durahide furniture told us that it was better than leather for families with children because it cleans up easier than leather and is more durable. He told us the only way to destroy it is to cut it with a knife and if that happens they have a patch kit that basically melts it back together with an iron. Just after two years three separate tears appeared within a matter of a few days. When I returned to Ashely they said sorry that model has been discontinued and they never heard of such a patch kit. They said the only way to fix it was to buy replacement covers, but they no longer make them. At three years now the cushions are cracking everywhere and it looks horrible - almost dissolving. Ashley has a poor product, poor customer service, and short term worthless warranties, BEWARE!!! is a fair assessment.

Post #4

I agree as well. My wife and I spent $1500 on two Durahide couches and the "extended warranty" from Ashley furniture 3 years ago. First off, the quality of the craftsmanship of the couches, although fairly solid, leaves something to be desired. Second, DO NOT BUY ANYTHING COVERED IN DURAHIDE!!! If anyone would like some pictures of what can happen with this crap in just three years you can email me and I'll be glad to supply some. We began noticing the "cracks" within the first couple of years and were amazed by how quickly they multiplied. We are already in the market for another set of couches which pisses us off monumentally. Third, the Ashley furniture extended warranty is an ABSOLUTE JOKE. Their salespeople will lead you to believe that this is the warranty to beat all other warranties. They lead you to believe that it will cover anything, throwing out words like "breakage of frames, upholstery stains, etc." when in fact it does not. It does not cover reupholstering of the couch (which would cost them a fortune if it WERE part of the warranty) and it does not cover breakage of springs in any shape, form, or fashion (the two most common problems people face with furniture). So, in a sense, the warranty is POINTLESS. It is just a way for Ashley to bilk you of another $150-$250 of your hard earned money. If you are in the market for furniture and must have leather, then get 100% true leather. It will cost you more at first but will likely save you money in the long run. Also, avoid Ashley furniture like the plague. They could have said that durahide could harden and crack but they didn't. The salesperson even went as far as to say that he thought durahide was as durable and long lasting as true leather which was what sealed the deal for us and utterly sealed our fate. We will never buy another piece of furniture from those crooks again.

Is British Tan Leather the color?

"British Tan" is both a leather dye and the color. As to its history and popularity, that remains to be found out.

Where is leather made?

At tanneries. Although you can make leather at home, it is a complicated process
if you mean the tanner there are 2 places i know of in f2p 1.in al kahird(desert place)
2.crafting guild flour 2

How is leather made?

Leather is made from the skins of many different animals. The skin of any animal can be made into leather. The skin is treated and dried. It can be worn, put on couches, car seats and much more.

How do you remove oil stains out of leather?

Oils that are sitting on the surface can be removed with a detergent foam cleaner. Once the oils have penetrated the leather you would need to use a professional degreaser to remove the oil. The degreasing process extracts the oils into a very fine degreasing compound but there is a danger that it will also remove colour from the leather which would need replacing. If the stains are on ana niline style leather and cannot be cleaned out you may find that using aniline restoration products will help to dissipate the problem and make the stains look less obvious. Degreasing can be done on anilines but these are more likely to change colour in the process.

Are the 'leather' interiors in most cars real leather?

Yes, most automobile leater interiors are real. Here is more input and advice: * If the sticker says "leather interior" that's what you've got. Remember that anything the salesman promises you verbally isn't worth the paper it's written on. Anything written down is fairly reliable. * Think what you want to think about "man made leather" but as I am in the textile market, anyone with a sense of touch in their fingertips can tell the squeak of leather. * Audi only uses drum-dyed real leather from cows. * Most leather interiors are actual leather. If you can't tell the difference then try seeing how you stick to it on a hot summer day. Unless it's a mega-high-dollar car, the backs and sides of the seats and usually the door panel trim inserts are vinyl. Sometimes the side bolsters of the seats (the edges of the part you actually sit on) are vinyl too; occasionally (rarely, and only on coupes) the entire back seat will be vinyl. Look for descriptions like "Leather seat inserts" for the former and "Leather-trimmed front seats" for the latter.

How can you clean your leather settee?

Any good leather store will give you a leaflet and sell you leather cleaner.

What is approximate value of a 1979 pigeon grade Winchester model 101 12 ga with leather bound case and chokes that is in excellent condition or how to find on net?

By excellent condition I assume that you mean that it is very very close to as it came fron the factory. If so, and assuming you sold it to a private party and not to a dealer, I would try to get $1900 to $2000 for the gun. If you were to sell it to a dealer I would expect them to offer somewere around $1000. I'm curious as to how you know it was built in '79. There are firearm pricing guides that you can buy at just about any large bookstore. On the net serching under "gun auctions" will get you numerous sites, gunbroker.com being one of many.

What is a Browning leather looking gun case for a takedown 22 auto worth?

It depends. Does the handle have a white plastic insert in the middle of it? If so, you have a Hartman case. If it is a vinyl/leather handle you have a Airways case. Assuming it is of the Belgium Browning era case. Give me a call and I will try to help you further, 417-830-5588 or e-mail jrreeves@prodigy.net. I collect these.

How do you clean dirty leather seats?

If you own a car with leather seats, you will need to buy some kind of leather conditioner and cleaner. A lot of the leathers used on domestic vehicles are treated with a thin plastic which is used to protect them. You can treat these leathers with the same products you would use on vinyl upholstery. European cars often feature uncoated leather upholstery. You should use a specialized leather product on these leathers. To find out the kind of leather you have, put a drop of water on an inconspicuous part of the upholstery. Uncoated leather will absorb the water, while coated leather will not. Before you use any leather cleaner or conditioner, test it for color fastness or marking on an inconspicuous spot. Use a leather cleaner first by rubbing a generous amount into the upholstery. To get rid of those dirt wrinkles, you may have to use a stiff nylon nail brush. Make sure there is no cleaner residue left. Then apply the leather conditioner to restore the oils, life and sheen.

How do you clean pee from a leather jacket?

I have two cats. If you leave the jacket outside in the sun, the smell will usually fade after a couple days. You should first wash off any excess urine and wash with a leather treatment like armor all. Of course don't put it in high wind (blow away), rain or where another animal can pee on it.

How do you clean leather-based furniture?

You need to use a good quality water based foam leather cleaner. (LTT Leather Shampoo) With light coloured leather dye transfer from clothing can be a problem although using a good quality leather protector (LTT Leather Protect) will help inhibit this. Black obviously does not show this problem.

DO NOT use anything containing oils, waxes or silicones. (Most 'conditioners' contain waxes or oils) and furniture polish (pledge) contains silicones which will eventually destroy the finish on the leather. Most car cleaners also contain oils or waxes so should not be used as they leave residues on the surface of the leather which attract more dirt which eventually leads to cracking.

BABY WIPES are the worst thing you can use as they will destroy the finish on your leather. They are very strong alkiline cleaners to neutralise urine (acid) on babys skin so they are not the right thing to use on leather.

Saddle soap is too harsh to use on todays leathers.

A lot of leather wipes contain chemicals which will also destroy the finish or leave residues on the leather which will damage it. They are not cheap in the long run as you would need a lot to clean. A bottle of foam cleaner should do your car about 3-4 times.

Fairy liquid contains more salt these days to get dishes clean and this will break the finish down on your leather. This has been verified by the manufacturers (as with the baby wipes).

You should also follow cleaning with a good water based leather protector which will act like a 'scotchgard' and inhibit dirt and stains from being absorbed and make cleaning easier the next time.

Dry leather needs rehydrating with water and oils and waxes should not be used as the natural oils do not dry out of leather. Wiping over with a damp cloth regularly will help to do this.

It is important to maintain a regular cleaning regime cleaning dirt off the surface regularly and inhibiting the absorption of body oils into the leather with a protector is the best way of doing this. The only 'moisturizer' a leather needs is from water.

The alternative is a brand new product on the market called Lazy Leather. This is the latest technology in cleaning and combines an effective cleaner with a protector. It is quick and easy to use and should be used as a maintenance product once your suite has been cleaned or from new if you have just bought it.

Using incorrect care products is usually the cause of deterioration in the leather as unfortunately most car care products contain waxes and oils or silicones which do not do the leather any good.

Source(s):

Leather care consultants to the furniture and cleaning industries

Professional knowledge

I went to the boot store where i bought my boots told them about my leather furniture and they gave me the stuff alot cheaper than the furniture place, try that

Here by are the caring and conditioning skills you need to master:

  1. Wipe the dirt with damp cloth

    Use a damp cloth to remove the dirt. While using a wet cloth will destroy the texture of the leather completely. Wipe the sofa regularly, as the dirt is not always easy to see.

  2. Using leather cleaning cream

    Remove the stains by using leather cleaning cream. Daubing the cream onto the leather with a piece of dry cloth. If you use detergents which contain chemicals, you will permanently destroy the leather.

  3. Adopt leather conditioner

    Every time you have cleaned the leather, use a dry cloth with leather conditioner and move in a circular motion. After about 15 minutes, use another dry cloth to wipe the sofa again. You will see a shinning sofa same as it was delivered to your home.

  4. Using wax or oil replenishing product

    The leather was coated with wax or oil by the manufacturer. It is irresistible that the coat will be worn after your daily use.

  5. Using petroleum jelly regularly

    Soften sofa will become dry and rough as time passes. So applying petroleum jelly regularly and then wipe the grease away with a dry cloth, making sure not to remain any grease on the sofa.

How can you stop the rubber soles of boots from squeaking on linoleum floors?

walk on the sidewalk and other rough surfaces. it should go away after a day or so

Is it acceptable for men to wear pink?

pink is a manly color and many men wear it though many gay men wear it to. So, you might get mistaken for a gay guy.

Where can you have a coyote hide tanned?

Some taxidermists will tan hides for you. However, it is my suggestion that you research and study different methods used for tanning, and try them yourself! I started with rabbit hides, and now can tan elk, deer, and cow hides. It's a diminishing art, but it's a lot of fun. go to this website it will tell you http://www.braintan.com/articles/furs/george1.html

How do you remove odors from leather furniture?

Here are some general tips for leather care: Take your time and use premium quality products specifically designed for leather. Leather should be cleaned, then conditioned. Any leather product you use must not remove either the leather's natural oils, or the dyes that are used to color the leather. Test any cleaning method on an out-of-the-way spot first. This is especially true when removing stains. Heavy stains are impossible to remove without causing some damage to the leather. How to Maintain Leather Leather should be cleaned and conditioned regularly to restore moisture and to maintain its appearance. Never use course brushes or pads to scrub leather. Vacuum thoroughly, using a crevice tool to remove particles from hard to reach places. Apply a cleaning solution with a terry-covered sponge or a soft brush and wipe with a clean, dry cloth. Mist the leather with a spray bottle containing clean water and wipe with a clean, dry cloth. Finally, apply a premium quality leather conditioner containing natural oils and a sunscreen. One tip for removing spots from leather is to work a leather cleaner into the spot with a soft cloth, and if soils remain after applying it, let it sit for a few hours. Repeat if necessary. Water spots can be removed from leather by moistening the area with a little water. Allow the leather to dry or gently blow dry. Zymol and Meguiars products are perfect for your BMW leather. Zymol Leather Care Kit Keep your leather looking like new. Removes dirt and grime while restoring the natural beauty and feel of leather. Zymol Leather Care Kit contains full sizes of each of the basic products you need to keep your car's leather in good health: 8 ounces Leather Cleaner, 8 ounces Leather Conditioner, applicator and leather buff cloth. -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Meguiars Gold Class Leather Cleaner & Conditioner Meguiar's preserves the rich suppleness of fine leather. With just one step you'll safely cleanse contamination from hides, without stripping the nutrients so essential to their longevity. Special moisturizing oils condition leather with pH-balanced care, leaving no artificial slickness.

How do you stretch the width of leather shoes?

Sometimes rubbing the area that needs streching with alcohol while the shoe is on works. Another option. Take it to a shoe repair shop. They carry a stretcher insert that has a crank on it and will be able to stretch it a few sizes wider for you, for a small fee. This is cheaper than buying the insert. If you dont do that, soak the shoes in water for 24-48 hours. put on a pair of thick socks and wear the shoes till they dry. This will conform the leather to your feet. This is the way cowboys made their cowboy boots conform to their feet. Hope this helps!

How does shoe polish work to shine and cover scuffs etc.?

Basically the polish fills in the cracks and scuffs on the shoes...Kind of similar to using joint compound to fill cracks in plaster walls.

How do you remove ball point pen ink from skin?

Baby oil should get it off, and since it's safe for babies, it should be safe for you.

What is the value of a Columbia Arms shotgun ejector model 1895?

The value of the gun depends a lot on the condition. A Columbia Arms Shotgun ejector model could be anywhere from $100 to $1,800.