Maintaining Mens Leather Briefcases

Fine quality, mens leather briefcases are a significant investment. They are essentially your mobile office, complimenting your professional image. Because yours accompanies you almost every day, it’s easy to take for
granted. They get thrown in the back seat of cars, under desks, taxi cabs, airplanes, offices, and then taken home every night. There is a certain level of wear and tear on your briefcase. It requires that you spend some time maintaining it.

Care on a Daily Basis

Use care where you set your leather briefcase down. You could be in a hurry, and not see the food or drink spilled on it. If that happens, take the time to clean it off. An accumulation of these things will begin to add up, and penetrate into the leather. If your briefcase gets wet, be sure to dry it off right away with a dry cloth or paper towel. Most liquids will be repelled by the leather at first, but if left to stand, it will be absorbed eventually. This could cause unsightly stains and mildew. Fine quality,
top grained leather, needs to be maintained in the middle, somewhere between too wet, and too dry.

Routine Care

Leather mens briefcases occasionally needs some care and cleaning. How much and how often, depends on its use. Whether the use is heavy or light, it will need to be inspected, cleaned, and the leather will require conditioning. This should be done at least once a year, and better, twice a year. That will keep them looking great, and extend their lifespan for quite a while. You can also use “Lexol” leather products to clean and
condition the case. At least wipe the leather down with a soft damp cloth and then dry it thoroughly.

Mildew can be removed with a 1 to 1 solution of distilled water, and rubbing alcohol. Apply sparingly with a cloth. A mild soapy water can also be used, but be sure to rinse and dry the area well. The Lexol family of leather products would help to keep the leather soft and provide a moisture barrier.

Interior of the Briefcase

The interior will also require some attention. Soft-sided briefcases usually have cloth linings and separations, and hard-sided cases have felt linings. Wipe the inside of the case, with a cloth with conditioner on it.

About Leather

Leather may be man’s oldest material. Primitive man utilized it to survive. It has surely stood the test of time. Leather is one of the strongest clothing materials known to man. It will not easily burn or melt, and unlike most fabric or vinyl, it’s extremely difficult to puncture. Leather is very stable, unlike imitation leather. Genuine leather is not hot or sticky in the summer, or cold and clammy in the winter. Being a natural material, leather breathes, which makes it comfortable year round.

The smell and touch of top grain quality Leather, is sensual. It is synonymous with luxury, class, culture, and success. Today’s Leather, is a durable and practical covering that easily outlives manufactured upholstery 4 to 1.

Easy Leather Care

Because leather is a natural product, it requires light care during normal use. However, should you ever have an accident the following cleaning tips should helpful.

Tips for Removing Stains, Spots, and Spills

• Immediately blot excess liquid with a clean absorbent sponge or cloth. You can use clear, lukewarm distilled water and carefully wipe the spill. Be sure to dry with a clean towel and allow to air dry.

For Stubborn Stains

• Make a mild solution of Dawn soap and clear, distilled, lukewarm water. Apply the soap to a clean, wet sponge, and then be sure to rinse well, and let it air dry (use a test area first).

For Oil, Grease, or Butter

• Wipe off the excess from the leather with a clean, dry cloth. Do nothing more, as the offending material will dissipate into the leather in short order. Do not use water to attempt to clean.

In General, Never Use…

• A saddle soap, or any abrasive cleanser, furniture oil or water with ammonia in it. Top grain quality leather doesn’t need high maintenance. Only simple cleaning and conditioning.