Cleaning suede jacket advice?

Chriscoop

I know there are some very knowledgeable people on here so I thought I'd ask for some advice.
My morrocco suede jacket has suffered a stain from being in the wardrobe, the chest zip of a belstaff jacket has left a small green stain on the chest, are there any methods of removing this stain? I don't want to end up with a rubbed up patch.

canoe2

Chriscoop wrote:

I know there are some very knowledgeable people on here so I thought I'd ask for some advice.
My morrocco suede jacket has suffered a stain from being in the wardrobe, the chest zip of a belstaff jacket has left a small green stain on the chest, are there any methods of removing this stain? I don't want to end up with a rubbed up patch.

Those metal stains are tough to remove. First, I suggest NOT using a suede eraser! That might rub the stain in deeper. What I would try first is taking it to an experienced, professional leather cleaner. The good ones really can work miracles.

If you want to try it yourself, I would:

1. Lightly brush the stained area withva dry brush to raise the nap of the suede.

2. Blot the stain with a non-scented, non-cream baby wipe. Don't rub the stain. I've used baby wipes to remove stains on everything from delicate silk ties to pen marks on leather briefcases and they don't cause damage.

3. As a last resort, you can shampoo the area using unscented liquid dish washing soap. The solution should be very diluted (like a few drops of soap to a cup of water so it creates some foam). Use a clean toothbrush and lightly scrub the stained area and around it. Rinse the area very well with clean cold water to remove any soap residue. Let it dry and then brush it again with a dry brush to restore the nap.

Good quality suede is not as delicate as some people think. But the main problem with shampooing a stain is that it will leave a clean area which may appear lighter than the rest of the jacket.

Hope this help!

Chriscoop

Thanks canoe 2 -{ I was hoping to wear it later this week when I'm travelling so no time to get it to a cleaners, I'll give your tips a go, I'm kicking myself as I normally hang it between two suit covers but slotted in right in front of the belstaff

VesperMelograno

I would suggest going to a dry cleaner who works with leather. Not all will. My worry cleaning it at home would be stretching the leather a little bit. Another option would be to find a tack shop. They can clean stains and condition the leather. It sounds crazy but I have my saddle maker work on my saddle as well as coats.

TroyIkeda

It may sound scary, but try white gasoline (kind used for gas lanterns). Put a little on a soft cloth and make small circles over the affected area and it works. I learned that trick from my mother-in-law who used to work at a dry cleaning service. She worked miracles with my JV and Kentons. Has to be the clear stuff though. Leaves no stain and dries pretty much instantly. Hope this helps.

Commandant

I use regular white or transparent erasers.
The soft ones.
They work well.
Good luck

Vandrell

When cleaning my sued shoes i brush them with a soft brush (not a runner one or anything like that) to remove and bits and them use the kettle to steam clean them. Removes most atains and has them looking good as new. Something to do with lifting the pile.