Leather repair in St. Charles [30+ years of experience]

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Are you looking for leather repair in St Charles? Technique Leather treats and repairs leather damage from split seams to pet accidents to faded color. We’ve been proudly serving your friends and neighbors in Chicagoland for over 30 years! Our wide array of services include:

Automotive leather
Aviation leather
Bi-cast leather
Contract leather
Finished leather
Italian leather
Split leather
Commercial leather care
Buying leather
Leather care

Technique is there for you and all of your leather needs. Have items that are cut or torn, stained, faded, scratched, or otherwise damaged? Our team has restored jackets, chairs, couches, car seats, and more. Our years of experience guarantee that if we can’t restore your leather back to the highest possible quality, no one can. You’ll get your item back good as new and at a fraction of the cost to replace it.

Home accidents

Try as you might to protect your fine leather products, accidents still happen. Much as it’s easy to blame the kids or our pets, sometimes we’re just careless ourselves. That stain on the sofa, that rip in your recliner, Technique Leather can repair both. Don’t jump to replace or just throw out items that may have years of life left in them. Call us and see what we can do to repair those things that might have sentimental or real cash value. You’ll get craftsmanship you can trust and a price that might just surprise you (in a good way!)

Leather Products

Most people own something leather. It is ubiquitous in society and fashion. Clothing, furniture, cars all use it in a variety of styles suited to all kinds of tastes. People are drawn to it because it’s long-lasting, durable, and relatively easy to care for. But, just because it’s easy, doesn’t mean it can be totally ignored or that it can’t sustain damage over time. Regular care is necessary to maintain that great look, and avoiding scenarios that can easily damage your leather. Let’s look at a few of those situations.

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Leather Damage Causes

Leather, when properly cared for, can look great for years, if not decades. Being cognizant of the primary causes of leather damage, and averting or minimizing their exposure to your leather will prolong its life.

Sunlight

Continued exposure to sunlight can severely wear away at the shine and gloss of your leather. Its color will fade and the item will look older and weathered. Think about moving furniture away from windows or for the leather seats in your car, invest in a sunscreen or park in a garage when possible. This is especially true in those hot summer months.

Temperature changes

It’s not just the sunlight itself, extreme temperatures on either side of the spectrum are not good for leather. Leather does best in a stable environment away from large temperature variances. Hot temperatures dry out your leather, while deep cold can crack or cause splits in the material. Just one more reason for garage parking if your car has leather seats.

Stains

Like most fabrics, leather can stain. The key is to treat the stain as quickly as possible with the proper materials. Stains can set in leather quickly, so having a leather restoration set on hand in the home or car is a prudent action to take.

Using harsh chemicals

The reason you want a specific kit for leather restoration is that detergents, soaps and products with chemicals can actually do more harm to your leather rather than clean it. Further stains, discoloration, or cracking can all occur if the wrong chemicals are used. Make sure you are using cleaners specially designed to treat leather.

Heat

It’s not just sunlight, but heat itself can damage leather. As cozy as it might be, abstain from putting that new sofa next to a radiator, heating vent, or fireplace. Keep your kitchen stools out of the direct path from your oven door. You’ll avoid your leather becoming faded or worn.

Fixing leather

There are some options when it comes to cleaning leather. Some people when trying it themselves find mixed results. Here are some products to consider:

Leather Cleaners

Don’t trust just any cleaning solution. Many soaps and fabric cleaners contain harsh chemicals damaging to leather. A well-regarded brand name cleaner specifically suited for leather is best to safely clean and remove oil, dirt, and grime.

Leather Restoration Kit

Sometimes your leather needs more than a simple touch up. When your item looks drab and dull and a quick cleaning is not enough, it’s time to look for a leather restoration kit. These kits will usually have multiple sprays, creams, dyes, applicators, and other tools. It will have most, if not everything you’ll need to restore the luster of your leather.

Olive or Baby Oil

One trick that a lot of folks don’t know about is a secret weapon when it comes to leather repair. Olive oil or baby oil work great on small scratches or tears. Apply with a cotton ball and after an hour, examine the damage. Repeat if necessary, but this is a hack known to work wonders on minor blemishes.

We understand that sometimes the job may seem too big or you just don’t trust yourself to not ruin the item. If you’re not sure how to proceed, call the experts at Technique Leather. We have all the tools and expertise to get the job done right!

Advantages of professional leather help

Now that you’re considering whether you should contact professionals to help restore your leather goods, here are a few points to keep in mind:

Cost – Sometimes what seems like a bargain in DIY work turns out not to be the case. It’s not always cheaper to avoid hiring pros. Mistakes can be costly. If you choose the wrong cleaner or use the wrong technique, you can actually exacerbate the damage instead of repairing it. Now, not only have you paid for your original materials, but you’ve added to the cost of the repair when the pros have to do the work. There are cases when it’s just best to start out with trained experts.
Time – Leather restoration is not necessarily a simple process. Depending on the type and severity of the damage, leather repair may take some time. Not many of us have the time to not only spend on this task, but to research it ahead of time, making sure you have the right materials and knowledge to do a good job.. Our staff at Technique Leather do this all day every day. You can trust our handiwork.
Results – Leather is expensive, because there is inherent value in it. It’s worth taking care of. You bought that item specifically because of how great it looked and felt when you left the store or dealership. Results in cleaning and repairing your item matter. Our experts will restore your leather to its original glory

Leather Repair and Care

Leather is great because of its longevity. You can keep that favorite jacket or purse for longer than the average dress shirt or pair of sneakers. You may even remember specifically who gave you that item as a gift or what store you bought it at. Technique Leather wants you to be able to continue making memories with your leather goods. If your leather is starting to tear, stain or fade, contact us for repair and restoration options. We pride ourselves on our quality and work to stay within your budget. Call or email us today to inquire about our services and see how we can help protect your leather items for years to come.