JACKET CARE

Care for leather that lasts a lifetime

Full grain leather rewards attention. Follow these steps and your Blaatan jacket will improve with every passing year.

50+

Hours crafted

2x

Yearly conditioning

∞

Lifespan with care

01 - Storage & hanging

Leather needs to breathe and hold its shape. How you store it between wears matters as much as how you wear it.

  • Use a wide, padded hanger — wire will distort the shoulders permanently
  • Store in a cotton dust bag, never plastic — leather suffocates without airflow
  • Stuff sleeves loosely with acid-free tissue during long storage
  • Keep away from direct sunlight — UV fades and dries leather over time

02 - Wet leather

Full-grain leather is naturally water-resistant. Light rain is fine. Heavy soaking needs attention before it dries stiff.

  • Shake off excess water immediately
  • Pat dry with a soft, clean cloth — don't rub
  • Air dry naturally at room temperature, away from all heat sources
  • Never use a hair dryer, radiator, or direct sunlight to speed drying
  • Condition once fully dry — wet leather loses oils as it dries

03 - Conditioning (every 3–6 months)

Conditioning replaces the natural oils leather loses over time. Skip it long enough and the leather will eventually crack.

  • Apply a small amount to a soft cloth — never directly to the jacket
  • Work in small, circular motions across the entire surface
  • Let it absorb fully for 10–15 minutes
  • Buff lightly with a clean dry cloth to finish

04 - Stain removal

Act quickly and gently. Most marks on full-grain leather can be addressed without specialist products.

  • Surface marks: slightly damp cloth, gentle pressure, dry fully
  • Oil-based stains: cornstarch or talcum powder, leave overnight, brush off gently
  • Ink: a cotton bud with isopropyl alcohol, dab don't rub
  • Never use saddle soap on coloured leathers — it can strip the dye
  • Never use household cleaners, wipes with alcohol, or baby wipes

RECOMMENDED PRODUCTS

What to use on your Blaatan jacket

CONDITIONER

Deep-penetrating formula. Excellent for regular maintenance. Leaves no residue and doesn't darken leather significantly.

WAX

Beeswax-based, adds a subtle sheen and light water resistance. Good for winter conditioning when leather needs extra protection.

PREMIUM CARE

The professional standard. Conditions, nourishes, and restores colour. Use when the jacket feels dry or dull. Worth the price.

⚠ NEVER USE THESE ON YOUR JACKET

Household leather cleaners, neatsfoot oil (can over-soften), mink oil (can darken permanently), saddle soap on coloured leather, any product containing silicone, and anything not specifically designed for finished leather. When in doubt, message us first.