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Leather Care and Cleaning

CLEANING LEATHER

ust the piece with a microfiber cloth, then vacuum using the soft brush attachment and the crevice tool. With distilled water, lightly dampen a clean microfiber cloth and wipe the upholstery. Don’t soak the leather—make sure the cloth is well-wrung. Aged or neglected leather may require more intensive cleaning. You might try adding a small

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