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Dr. Koffer Leather CareA respect for both old and new created the vision for Dr.Koffer.
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Fine leather deserves good care. The appropriate treatment of a leather item depends upon its condition, or the degree of deterioration when treatment is started.
Leather deteriorates largely by four means:
- Oxidation is most readily seen in very old dry leather, with surface cracking and flaking, and over-all weakness. The oxidation will eventually turn leather to dust. Oxidation is reduced by a thorough impregnation with a leather care lotion that can be found at your local leather goods store. Leather items should not be sealed in a display case and forgotten - they must be kept moisturized.
- Chemical damage can be through the effect of ultraviolet light, ozone, acid from sulphurous and nitrous pollutants in the air, or through chemical action following treatment with tallow or oil compounds. Both oxidation and chemical damage occur faster at higher temperatures. Leather should be stored away from heat, and not needlessly exposed to sunlight.
- Internal chafing or breaking of fibers occurs when dry leather is flexed. A lubricant is essential to allow the fibers to slide one against the other. Dry leather should not be flexed prior to thorough lubrication.
- Abrasion can be external, from rubbing on the outside, or internal from dirt particles ground into the leather.
Caring for your Dr. Koffer item:
Surface Dirt
- Most surface dirt can be removed by gentle wiping with a clean, damp cloth. You can also use a leather care lotion.
Scuffs
- Lightly rub the marks with your fingers. Often the natural oils in the leather will help buff out small scuffs. You can also use a leather care lotion.
Cleaning Fabrics
- All Dr. Koffer fabrics can be cleaned by using a mild, neutral detergent and warm water solution mixing approximately one teaspoon in one pint of water. A clean, white cloth dampened with this solution should be used to lift out the stain by blotting the complete section of the product to achieve a uniform appearance.
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