Darauf sollten SIe beim Kauf von Lederpflegemitteln achten

Neues Leder benötigt keine Pflege? Falsch gedacht. Wer lange Freude an seinen geliebten Schuhen, Lederjacken, Geldbeutel und Co. haben möchte, kommt nicht um die richtige Pflege herum. Aber: Lederpflegemittel ist nicht gleich Lederpflegemittel. Auch, wenn fast alle Leder einfarbig und oberflächengefärbt sind, gibt es trotzdem große Unterschiede in ihrer Pflege. Die enorme Auswahl an Cremes, Ölen und Fetten trägt noch zusätzlich zur Verwirrung bei. Wir verraten Ihnen, welches Mittel das richtige für Ihre Lieblings-Lederwaren ist und worauf Sie beim Kauf achten sollten.

Warum sollte ich mein Leder pflegen?

Die Auswahl an Schuh-Cremes, -ölen und Co. ist riesig. Aus Angst, die falsche Pflege zu verwenden, verzichten viele aber komplett darauf. Das ist jedoch der falsche Weg: (Fast) jedes Pflegeprodukt ist in der Regel besser als gar keines. Auch wenn bei neuem Leder anfangs so gut wie kein Risiko besteht, auszutrocknen oder spröde zu werden, sollte man rechtzeitig mit der Lederpflege beginnen. Denn besonders helle Leder verschmutzen schnell, bekommen sichtbare Gebrauchsspuren oder im schlimmsten Fall sogar Verfärbungen durch Kleidung, wie zum Beispiel durch dunkle Jeans. Um dies zu vermeiden, gibt es spezielle Pflegemittel.

Pflege von Leder mit einer Lederpflegecreme und einem Tuch

WORAUF SOLLTE ICH BEIM KAUF VON LEDERPFLEGEMITTEL ACHTEN?

In general, it is not just the quality (and price) of the care product that is important, but above all the type of leather that is to be treated. Leather can be new or used, matt or shiny, perforated, embossed or even have decorative stitching. If the leather is particularly valuable, higher quality care products should be used. Synthetic oils are used here, which do not go rancid and do not provide a breeding ground for bacteria and mold. In addition, additional UV filters prevent the leather from being bleached by the sun. It is advisable to do a "sniff test" when buying leather care products: a strong odor is not a problem for shoes, but can be unpleasant on jackets, bags or purses. If in doubt, the effect of care products can always be tested on a hidden area beforehand. In addition, the care product should always be applied with a light-colored cloth.

DIESE LEDERPFLEGEMITTEL PASSEN ZU IHREM LEDER

Shoe polish is used to clean shoes made of smooth leather and also has a waterproofing effect. This creates a stable yet elastic film on the leather, which protects against moisture, dryness or friction. The rule here is: less is more. Too much of a good thing can impair the breathability of the leather and damage the fibers.

After thorough cleaning, care creams should be applied with a soft cloth and will replenish the leather's oils. Some products also contain antioxidants that counteract the natural aging of the material.

In contrast to care cream, care milk is thinner because it contains water as well as fats or oils. This is why the milk penetrates deeper into the leather fibers after it has been worked in with a soft cloth. Care milk is particularly recommended for open-pored suede types due to its high water content, as these do not produce grease or wax stains.

Leather oil is ideal for smooth leather, as its liquid consistency means it can penetrate deep into the fibers and replenishes the leather's fat. Even very old, dried-out leather becomes supple again with leather oil and gains a fresh shine.

Leather grease has a nourishing and water-repellent effect, especially on outdoor or work shoes made of smooth leather. The formula based on Vaseline or animal fats is very moisturizing and should therefore only be used sparingly to avoid causing stains.

Leather balm is primarily used to waterproof smooth leather products, as its pore-closing properties make it highly water and dirt repellent. Leather balm is made from resins or waxes and is best suited for leather that is exposed to wind and weather - such as shoes.

Shoe polish is considered the forerunner of shoe cream and has either a greasy, soapy or watery consistency. The origin of the term probably goes back to the waxing of leather shoes. In addition to fat, resin and soot, shoe polish consists largely of wax and is therefore particularly nourishing.

Household remedies such as Vaseline, fatty moisturizer or coconut oil are also suitable for gentle and inexpensive leather care. These products penetrate deep into the pores and ensure that the leather remains beautifully supple. Coconut oil has a particularly moisturizing effect and leaves a fine protective layer on the surface of the material that protects against moisture or sunlight.