Leather Degreaser effectively removes accumulated or saturated oil stains from leather. Over time, hair or skin oils can absorb into the leather and leave a stain. Oil based stains wick into the leather and saturate to the flesh (back) side of the hide. This often appears as a darkening effect in the contact areas. Leather Degreaser removes these stains in a safe effective method. Leather Degreaser is formulated to penetrate into the leather, absorb the stain, and lift it into an easily manageable powder. For heavily stained areas, additional application may be needed. If possible, direct application to the flesh side (backside) is most effective for removing heavy stains. Grease is the major cause of dramatic leather deterioration. Degreasing is often the first step for a complete professional restoration of leather. Constant use of Leather Protector will keep grease out of leather, ensuring a long-lasting great leather experience.

Pre-Test: Apply on a hidden area to see if the leather is colorfast. If product removes color from the surface, discontinue use.

Directions: Cover the areas that are not to be treated. Grease expands under the leather surface, so leave about 50% more of the visible dark area uncovered – you only see the top of the iceberg! Shake can thoroughly. Hold the can upright, 6 to 8 inches (15-20 cm) from the spot. Depress the valve button fully. Spray heavily enough to saturate the spot. Immediately clean the valve by turning the can upside down and spraying until only air is coming out. Let Leather Degreaser dry completely for at least 4 hours (overnight is recommended). Do not use a hairdryer otherwise you will prevent the degreasing action. Always work in well-ventilated areas. Remove the residual powder using a soft tip vacuum cleaner, then with a dry sponge. Some spots may require multiple applications. We suggest repeating until you see the powder dry to a snow-white powder (yellow means lots of oil is in the leather). Clean the leather with the appropriate cleaner, using a sponge to remove residual powder.

After treatment, protect the leather with the appropriate protector to keep grease out of the leather.