How to iron a leather skirt?

Leather things have always been in great demand, they are incredibly relevant and in demand. Such clothes are practical, stylish, practically do not wrinkle and are not exposed to moisture. But sometimes there are situations when, due to improper storage, creases and folds appear on the skin. In this case, this article is useful to you, because in it we will tell you how to iron a leather skirt at home, so as not to damage it.

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Features of products from genuine and artificial leather

Today on sale you can find many products made from materials that are almost identical to genuine leather. To distinguish them from quality things is quite simple - they do not have emblems or tags made of the same material. In addition, genuine leather is softer, more elastic and more durable.

Artificial leather is also in demand, and there is nothing surprising, because clothes from it are also worn for a long time, well hide the flaws of the figure, and make its owners real queens. But for your favorite skirt to last longer, it is recommended to take care of it correctly, in particular, ironing.

Use the following for this:

• Iron.
• Steam generator.
• Distilled warm water.
• Spray gun.
• Cotton fabric or gauze.

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How to smooth leatherette clothes with an iron?

This is nothing complicated, just follow the instructions:

1. Turn the clothes on the wrong side, put on top an ordinary cotton cloth or a dense gauze pre-moistened with water, unless, of course, your steam generator has the function of a steam generator.
2. Avoid overheating in certain areas so that traces do not appear on the fabric.
3. Preheat the iron to a temperature not exceeding 40 degrees and iron the skirt.

Important! It is forbidden to use steam and water at the same time! Products with glued or extruded patterns cannot be ironed.

Now you know how to smooth a leather skirt at home using an iron. If you follow these recommendations, you will certainly succeed.

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Alternative ironing methods without iron

As you know, leatherette under the influence of water significantly softens. It often happens that there is no iron at hand, but you need to iron the clothes. Let's find out how to smooth a leather skirt in an alternative way. Carefully study the proposed options, and feel free to get to work.

Iron one of the following methods.

Atomizer:

• Simply apply warm water to the surface of the skirt with a spray bottle.

Important! It is desirable that in this case it is in a vertical state, for example, you can hang it on a hanger.

• Then completely dry the product in a well-ventilated area away from heaters or open flames.

You can safely wear it.

Important! This method, of course, will help smooth out all the folds, but, nevertheless, stains may appear on the clothes, which are then quite difficult to remove. If you use distilled water, this will not happen.

Bath

Pre-hang the product in the bathroom on a hanger, then turn on the hot water, but make sure that it does not get on it. Thanks to hot water, steam will begin to form in the room, which will help smooth the skirt. Under the influence of steam, clothing should be at least an hour. Then it is enough to simply dry it.

Petroleum jelly

The most common pharmacy petroleum jelly or peanut butter can help smooth out leather clothes. It is enough to apply the composition to it, then dry in a ventilated room in an upright state. Excesses are removed after drying.

Important! If none of the above methods helped you, or you don’t have time to wait until the thing dries, you can smooth out the bends with a homemade press. Use something heavy with a smooth surface - it could be a big book. It should be put on a crumpled place, and within a few hours the folds will disappear.

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How to smooth out corrugated or leather clothes?

Naturally, the most gentle option to stroke a leather skirt at home is to use a steam generator.

In this case, iron as follows:

1. Hang the product on a coat hanger so that it locks securely.
2. At a distance of 15-20 cm, run the steamer several times on the surface of the garment. No traces of creases will remain after this.

Important! Take care that condensation does not form on the skin.

If you decide to use an iron, then follow this scheme:

1. Set the regulator on the iron to wool or unit mode. Do not overheat so that no traces remain.
2. First, run the iron over the inconspicuous part of the skirt to select the optimal temperature level and avoid negative consequences.
3. Carefully iron the product.

Corrugated clothes are ironed a little differently, according to the following instructions:

1. Be sure to turn the corrugated item onto the wrong side before ironing.
2. Lay it on a flat surface or put it on the ironing board itself.
3. Rub areas with folds and creases with household soap, put a piece of white paper on top to absorb excess soap.
4. Then go with the iron on the skirt itself. The lining is ironed separately.

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How to care for clothes made of genuine and artificial leather?

It is important to learn not only how to iron a leather skirt, but also how to properly care for it in order to extend its life. These basic tips will significantly increase the time of her impeccable service. These include the following:

• To prevent clothing from becoming covered with dust, store it in a case of cotton or cotton, preferably without light in a spacious closet.
• Do not wear leather items when it rains outside, as heavy dampness adversely affects their appearance.
• Do not try to clean your leather goods too often with solvents based on gasoline and acetone, as they have too thin a protective layer that wears out quickly.
• If suddenly the skirt is stale, white spots or mold appear on it, then you can remove them with a furniture cleaner or table vinegar.

Important! In case of improper storage, the skin often crumbles and cracks, it is realistic to renew it - it is enough to use a water-soluble polymer or aerosol type nitro-paint. The polymer in its consistency resembles gouache, it must be applied with a thin layer on the damaged surface and pressed briefly with a hard sponge to create a relief.

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The methods described in this article will allow you to cope with the tasks without problems. If you are afraid or unsure of your own abilities, then use the services of dry cleaning, whose specialists will easily return your skirt to its original appearance.