Care

When you receive a bag from us, it will already be treated with natural oils and protective waxes. However, over time, the natural conditioners we apply will require replenishment to maintain the bag's longevity.
Caring your full grain vegetable-tanned leather products is crucial for their longevity and preserving the beautiful natural patina. We recommend applying an oil and wax-based leather cream every 4-6 months, adjusting the frequency based on usage and your environment. This routine ensures that the leather remains supple, clean, and resistant to water. Here's a simple guide to caring for your leather:

1. Cleaning: Use a slightly damp cloth to gently clean your vegetable-tanned bridle bag. Wipe over stained areas with light movements, being careful not to damage the leather. Let the cleaned areas dry before applying a leather cream. It's important to follow up cleaning with a quality leather conditioner, as it reduces the likelihood of future stains sticking.

 

 

 

2. Treatment: Replenish the natural oils by using a leather protectant. We recommend "Obenauf's Heavy Duty Leather Protectant." Apply it with a fine cotton rag in gentle circular motions, ensuring a thin and even coat. The leather may initially appear dark, but it will return to its natural color within a day.

 

 

 

3. Finishing: After applying the cream to the entire bag, let it soak in for a few minutes. Then, remove any excess oil and wax by gently polishing the surface. Perform this step before the oil fully absorbs, which can result in a layer of white wax. Use a clean cotton cloth in a circular motion for polishing, and finish by brushing the entire bag with a horsehair brush. This helps spread out the wax, remove excess cream from pores, seams, and hard-to-reach areas, including tight corners.

 

 

 

When you receive a bag from us, it will already be treated with natural oils and protective waxes. However, over time, the natural conditioners we apply will require replenishment to maintain the bag's longevity.

Caring your full grain vegetable-tanned leather products is crucial for their longevity and preserving the beautiful natural patina. We recommend applying an oil and wax-based leather cream every 4-6 months, adjusting the frequency based on usage and your environment. This routine ensures that the leather remains supple, clean, and resistant to water. Here's a simple guide to caring for your leather:

Cleaning

1. Cleaning: Use a slightly damp cloth to gently clean your vegetable-tanned bridle bag. Wipe over stained areas with light movements, being careful not to damage the leather. Let the cleaned areas dry before applying a leather cream. It's important to follow up cleaning with a quality leather conditioner, as it reduces the likelihood of future stains sticking.

Treatment

2. Treatment: Replenish the natural oils by using a leather protectant. We recommend "Obenauf's Heavy Duty Leather Protectant." Apply it with a fine cotton rag in gentle circular motions, ensuring a thin and even coat. The leather may initially appear dark, but it will return to its natural color within a day.

Finishing

3. Finishing: After applying the cream to the entire bag, let it soak in for a few minutes. Then, remove any excess oil and wax by gently polishing the surface. Perform this step before the oil fully absorbs, which can result in a layer of white wax. Use a clean cotton cloth in a circular motion for polishing, and finish by brushing the entire bag with a horsehair brush. This helps spread out the wax, remove excess cream from pores, seams, and hard-to-reach areas, including tight corners.

Color change after cleaning

The drastic change of color after oiling and waxing your bag can be disconcerting; however, don't worry, it will turn back to its original color after just a day. Unless you accidentally drop a can of oil on the bag, the color will always return to the original, and the blotchiness the cream may have caused will fade.