It has taken years for your favorite Harley jacket to get that “weathered” look. The black finish is worn and scuffed. The question that needs to be answered is whether to refinish it or not! Restoring lost color on smooth leathers is part of our normal cleaning and finishing process. If the garment is a […]
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Are you looking for the peace of mind that comes from dealing with real people? Need some questions answered before sending your garment in for cleaning? Just send us an email and we will promptly answer your questions. We like to give our customers options so you can make the best decisions for your needs.
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Here are the best ways to care for your leather garments and accessories: Always take your leather to a Professional Leather Cleaner for processing. Specialized processes and equipment are needed to properly clean and refinish a leather garment. Always clean matching pieces together. If you have a two or three-piece leather outfit or detachable hoods or belts, all
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Each animal hide is as unique as the animals they come from. In order to make them more uniform for using in garment construction, manufacturers will alter the original condition of the skins. Hiding Irregularities Many skins contain defects caused by wounds, insects, and veins. Manufacturers are able to mask these defects using fillers or
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In the process of cleaning leather and suede garments, a slight variation in color can be expected. Unlike textile garments which are uniform in material, one leather garment can be made from many different skins. The penetration of dye varies from skin to skin. Some dyes penetrate the skins coloring them uniformly; others show resistance
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A beautiful, unique set of buttons can make a garment sing. But combining fragile ornaments with heavy leather is risky. It is the manufacturer’s responsibility to make sure all components on a garment can withstand the recommended cleaning process. Many buttons can be protected by wrapping in foil and safely cleaned. However, if we feel
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Leaving leather in damp environments (think basements) will cause mildew and mold to grow. If allowed to remain on the skins, the mold will eventually eat into the skins causing permanent damage. However, don’t give up if you find your favorite jacket full of mildew! We are very successful in removing mildew stains that have
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Our standard pillow restoration process will fluff the feather/down through a tumbling process. If the pillow is old and feathers starting to deteriorate, additional feathers or down can be added during restoration. A standard feather pillow has about 3 pounds of feathers. Our feathers are sold in ¼ lb bags; often 1-2 bags are all
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The beauty of leather is often defined by its unique and inherent characteristics. Cowhide is valued for its toughness and durability. Sheep or lambskin is known for its butter softness. Pig suede is a versatile and economical skin common in many garments today. Each skin type has its own requirements for processing and also has
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