Nubuck Leather
This open, top grain leather is lightly sanded and buffed to give the surface a soft, luxurious knap. The feel is inviting, comfortable and warm. Nubuck is likely to exhibit natural markings, range scars and other characteristics from the hide of the animal. Natural features and distinctive grain fluctuations assure individuality and enhance every hide. Like a thumbprint, these natural hallmarks of Nature add character to the hide and are not considered defects or deficiencies. When properly cared for and protected, it is a long lasting upholstery cover and excellent way to add design flair to the home.
It is important to note that this leather has no resistance to light and heat fading. Creative Leather Furniture sells a protection plan and supplies specifically for Nubuck leather. The protection plan must be purchased at the point of sale and before the furniture is delivered.
The Creative Leather Furniture Warranty requires the owner of this leather type follow these care instructions. Failure to care for this leather type as prescribed here, could result in a shorter useful life of the merchandise and/or warranty coverage limitations. Only Creative Leather Furniture or it’s authorized technician(s) may determine whether or not a product has been properly cared for.
Care Instructions
Light dusting with a dry, soft, clean, white cloth as frequently as needed. This leather may be vacuum cleaned with a very soft brush attachment on a low suction setting.
To prevent dry-out and fading, this product must be kept away from direct sunlight, bright indirect sunlight and other sources of light or heat.
If a spill is absorbed into this leather, it will migrate into the hide and become muted over time. This will add to the unique character of the leather. Also with normal wear and usage, a beautiful patina can form on the surface of Nubuck.
Before you apply the cleaner for the first time, check for colorfastness by pre-testing the solution in a hidden area. Allow the test area to dry. Check it for satisfactory look and feel before proceeding.
After the test area has been inspected and approved by you, apply a small amount of the Nubuck cleaning solution to the colorfast sponge that is supplied with it. Squeeze the wet sponge to produce foaming. Foaming is very important to the cleaning process. Clean the area (complete panels only) with light circular and overlapping motions. Do not rub, this will cause an uneven look when dried.
Using a clean, soft, white cloth, blot up any excess moisture. Let dry for at least 30 minutes. Inspect the affected area. If the stain is still visible, repeat the cleaning steps.
If knap is desired, we recommend that, after drying, the customer lightly buff the surface of the nubuck hide with an abrasive cloth that is specifically designed for buffing Nubuck leather.
The final step after cleaning and buffing is to re-apply Nubuck spray protectant. Follow the application instructions on the can. Use only Creative Leather Furniture recommended products. Nubuck care kits, the abrasive cloth and individual cans of protectant are available at our showrooms.
For oil stain event. If the nubuck leather has absorbed the oil, you may attempt the following. Using your finger, gently apply cornstarch with a circular rubbing motion. Wait 3 to 4 hours to make sure area is dry. Using a soft brush attachment and low suction setting, vacuum up any excess powder. Use the nubuck cleaning solution to clean the area (entire panel only). If the oil stain is gone, use the nubuck abrasive cloth to rebuff the area to a uniform look and feel. Repeat the cleaning steps if oil stain remains.
