Clean your favourite leather wallet

Clean your favourite leather wallet at home without ruining it

In a world of digital payment apps, wallets remain a necessity, because we carry money, valuables and small essentials in our wallets every day for their ease of use. Wallets make sure your belongings stay safe, and what else could be a better option to carry money in style than a leather wallet? It’s sturdy, durable and makes sure your valuables are resting well in sheer comfort. Many of us get so accustomed to our wallets, their compartments and pockets, that it is sometimes difficult to move on to a new one. Over the course of time, the wallet will get dirty be it making contact with dirty hands or spilling something over your wallet. Don’t worry you can clean your wallet at home on a free day, without causing any damage to the leather. Just make sure you follow the procedures correctly.

What all do you need to clean your wallet?

• Clean white cloth – It ensures you do not leave any traces of colour on the wallet.
• Leather Cleaner – Use a good quality cleaner that suits your wallet’s leather type. Alternatively, you can use a solution of saddle soap mixed with water in a ratio of 1:10, it works well for most types of leather.
• Leather Conditioner – It gives flexibility to the leather, preventing it from cracks and other damages.
• Baking Soda – To clean the inside of your wallet.
• Cotton Swab – Comes in handy to reach those blind corners where your hands can’t reach.
• A little bit of water – We would need to dampen the cloth and will be useful in making a mild cleaning solution. Make sure you don’t use much water as it can cause damage to the leather.
• Small bowl – To mix things up

Get ready with the pre-requisite so as to not waste time.

Steps to clean your leather wallet at home –   

• Empty – Remove all your things from the wallet, from your credit cards, currency notes, coins, and other valuables in order to begin the cleaning.
• Prepare – Turn the wallet upside down to get rid of any debris stuck in the compartments or pockets. Using a damp cloth clean the wallet to get rid of any dirt or dust particles, making it prepared for the process.
• Spot Testing – Apply the leather cleaner on a small nonvisible area to check for any signs of discolouration or damage. If all goes well you can use the leather cleaner otherwise do not proceed further. This is a crucial step that cannot be missed if you don’t want to damage your wallet.
• Cleaning the inside – Using a clean damp cloth dipped in a mild solution of baking soda clean the inside of the wallet, for areas where it is difficult to reach you can use a cotton swap to clean it. It would not only clean the wallet but also remove the odour.
• Cleaning the outside – Apply the leather cleaner on the surface of the leather with a damp cotton cloth and gently rub over the surface of the wallet in a circular motion to make sure the cleaner is spread evenly all across. Let it sit for 10-15 minutes to let the cleaner work its magic.
• Rinse – Wipe off the wallet using a damp cloth, bringing out a shiny new-looking wallet. Keep it in a well-ventilated area for some time to dry.
• Conditioning – Once the cleaning is done, it’s time to replenish the lost natural oils. You can apply the conditioner directly on the surface or using the cloth.

Here you have your favourite wallet shining once again, ready to safeguard your valuables. The above-mentioned methods work well for most day-to-day dirt and stains. If your wallet still has some traces of the stain and needs to be cleaned, it is better to get the wallet dry-cleaned by the leather experts at De Leather Craft. We have over two decades of experience in cleaning and repairing premium leather accessories, our leather professionals are well aware of the specific cleaning needs of different types of leather and use high-quality cleaning agents imported from the USA to ensure your premium wallet gets the desired care it deserves. Give us a call to get a pick-up arranged by our logistics partner, bringing your wallet to our state-of-the-art workshop, which is equipped with the latest leather cleaning technology. We also offer leather wallet repair and restoration to bring damaged wallets back to life.