23/07/2021
LEATHER BALM (CONDITIONER) vs LEATHER POLISH
Leather Cleaning & Conditioning Frequency
So how often should you clean your leather? The answer to that it completely depends on the type of leather. What is it used for and how often is it used? Leather motorcycle jackets that only get worn a few times a year can generally get by with one solid cleaning and conditioning process a year. On the other hand, leather boots that are worn everyday and are constantly being dragged through the mud should be cleaned and conditioned every couple of weeks then polished two or three times a year.
Is Polishing More Important Than Leather Conditioning?
While leather polish does a fantastic job adding a shine to the texture of the leather, it is the leather conditioner that penetrates the “skin” and ensures that the leather remains flexible and blocks water from seeping in. This is important because the more flexible leather is, the less likely it will tear and crack. In addition, the role conditioner plays in preventing water pe*******on is also important because water will rid leather of its vital oils and dry it out faster.
Like leather polish, a good conditioner for leather, like Leather Honey, can also add a sleek shine to leather. Many people who use leather conditioner for the first time are amazed at how quickly it absorbs and how it makes their leather equipment and apparel look brand new.
Is Leather Polish Still Useful?
Polish is still useful and a great way to add a quick shine to leather. However, it is not necessary and likely counterproductive to add large quantities of leather polish to leather that is already being conditioned. If you do decide to polish, make sure you apply Leather Honey first and allow it to dry completely before applying polish.
CREDITS TO: leatherhoney.com
