To apple leather care user

gMbt · Mar 23rd, 2008, 02:16 AM

Okay I just bought the apple leather care & the apple garde but the place i got it from is not an authorised retailer so they don't have the instruction booklet provided..so if u have any experience with these 2 products plz give me some advice

!!

1.how much product should i use on a bag?
2.how often?
3.any tip is appreciated!!

TIA!!

Sukey · Mar 23rd, 2008, 09:52 AM

The little booklet they gave me said to treat with apple care first, then with applegarde.....but I just did the apple garde spray since the bags were new and in good condition. I sprayed from a few inches away (was windy outside so I needed to get closer than usual) and did 2 coats about 40-60 minutes apart.
For the apple care I would just do what it says on the bottle...apply w/a rag, then let it dry and buff it (otherwise I read on here it can get a film that makes the bag look dull)

h82bl82 · Mar 23rd, 2008, 10:19 AM

I ordered the $12 set from leatherstuff.com. I think it comes with the rag and I would also imagine, instructions. Good question though, as I hope to put my set to good use soon.

gMbt · Mar 24th, 2008, 04:45 AM

Sukey thank u v much!!did the garde leave any residue on ur bag or make it sticky?

h82bl82let us know how u like the product!(i sound like a sales person asking for feedback

but i'm not

).

any more to chime in???

lmartinx1 · Mar 24th, 2008, 08:36 AM

I would test a small hidden area first.....just to be sure. I've used it on a few of my bags and so far have not experienced any problems.

h82bl82 · Mar 24th, 2008, 07:03 PM

I received my apple care set in the mail today. What excellent customer service! I was stunned that it got here so fast. I think I ordered it on Saturday. Haven' used it yet, but will report in once I do.

shop2drop1 · Mar 24th, 2008, 10:24 PM

I've used the leather cleaner & the leather care. I like both products. I have never used the spray, I'm too chicken. I sometimes get a little color transfer when i use the leather cleaner, but it's very minimal and leaves no tell-tale signs. I'd buy it again.

Sukey · Mar 25th, 2008, 10:43 AM

The spray seemed to go on pretty thick and wet (compared to the Wilson's spray with seems to dry almost instantly). So far I only used it on a dark brown bag so didnt notice any kind of color change or anything...but I agree that trying it on a small spot first is a good idea. I don't think the leather feels any different after using it either, so that's good

gMbt · Mar 26th, 2008, 12:29 AM

Thankx all for ur answers

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I emailed the leatherstuff people and their reply is below.I thought I'd share it with everyone.

As far as how often to use the Apple Leather Care depends on how much the bag is used. If it is used on a daily basis, about once a month. If it is an occasional bag, probably every 4-6 weeks. You can use the Apple Leather Care whenever you see that the bag is looking a little dingy or may need to be brought back to new condition. The Garde should be used the same. The more the use, the more times you may want to use the Garde. This is to be used to protect the bag, after the Leather Care has had time to dry, from daily wear and dirt. It is very good at repelling all sorts of problems.Depending on the size of the bag, you may use approximately 1/4 to 1/3 oz. per application. It will cover thin and go a long way. At the application level of 1/3 oz. per treatment, an 8 oz. bottle may last 18-24 months.

h82bl82 · Mar 26th, 2008, 04:54 PM

Okay, finally had a few minutes today to use my Apple leather cleaner and leather guard on a couple of my bags. No problems whatsoever. I did apply a little bit of each to a hidden inside spot on each bag, just in case. But all in all, it was a success.

Mar 23rd, 2008, 02:16 AM	#1
gMbt Member	To apple leather care user Okay I just bought the apple leather care & the apple garde but the place i got it from is not an authorised retailer so they don't have the instruction booklet provided..so if u have any experience with these 2 products plz give me some advice !! 1.how much product should i use on a bag? 2.how often? 3.any tip is appreciated!! TIA!! __________________ HELP protect the seals http://www.hsus.org/protect_seals.html!!!

Mar 23rd, 2008, 09:52 AM	#2
Sukey Member	Re: To apple leather care user The little booklet they gave me said to treat with apple care first, then with applegarde.....but I just did the apple garde spray since the bags were new and in good condition. I sprayed from a few inches away (was windy outside so I needed to get closer than usual) and did 2 coats about 40-60 minutes apart. For the apple care I would just do what it says on the bottle...apply w/a rag, then let it dry and buff it (otherwise I read on here it can get a film that makes the bag look dull) __________________ ****currently loving my**** Kooba Elisha, Hayden Harnett Gaza, Tano Boogie, Tano Sex Bomb & Rebecca Minkoff Nikki waiting for my wine Nikki :)

Mar 23rd, 2008, 10:19 AM	#3
h82bl82 Cindy Location: Utah	Re: To apple leather care user I ordered the $12 set from leatherstuff.com. I think it comes with the rag and I would also imagine, instructions. Good question though, as I hope to put my set to good use soon.

Mar 24th, 2008, 04:45 AM	#4
gMbt Member	Re: To apple leather care user Sukey thank u v much!!did the garde leave any residue on ur bag or make it sticky? h82bl82let us know how u like the product!(i sound like a sales person asking for feedback but i'm not ). any more to chime in??? __________________ HELP protect the seals http://www.hsus.org/protect_seals.html!!!

Mar 24th, 2008, 08:36 AM	#5
lmartinx1 ♥♥ RM ♥ tPF♥♥ Location: Mile High State	Re: To apple leather care user I would test a small hidden area first.....just to be sure. I've used it on a few of my bags and so far have not experienced any problems.

Mar 24th, 2008, 07:03 PM	#6
h82bl82 Cindy Location: Utah	Re: To apple leather care user I received my apple care set in the mail today. What excellent customer service! I was stunned that it got here so fast. I think I ordered it on Saturday. Haven' used it yet, but will report in once I do.

Mar 24th, 2008, 10:24 PM	#7
shop2drop1 On the 50 yard line Location: Land of OZ	Re: To apple leather care user I've used the leather cleaner & the leather care. I like both products. I have never used the spray, I'm too chicken. I sometimes get a little color transfer when i use the leather cleaner, but it's very minimal and leaves no tell-tale signs. I'd buy it again. __________________ Wishlist 2008/2009 Nothing, satisfied at the moment

Mar 25th, 2008, 10:43 AM	#8
Sukey Member	Re: To apple leather care user The spray seemed to go on pretty thick and wet (compared to the Wilson's spray with seems to dry almost instantly). So far I only used it on a dark brown bag so didnt notice any kind of color change or anything...but I agree that trying it on a small spot first is a good idea. I don't think the leather feels any different after using it either, so that's good __________________ ****currently loving my**** Kooba Elisha, Hayden Harnett Gaza, Tano Boogie, Tano Sex Bomb & Rebecca Minkoff Nikki waiting for my wine Nikki :)

Mar 26th, 2008, 12:29 AM	#9
gMbt Member	Re: To apple leather care user Thankx all for ur answers . I emailed the leatherstuff people and their reply is below.I thought I'd share it with everyone. As far as how often to use the Apple Leather Care depends on how much the bag is used. If it is used on a daily basis, about once a month. If it is an occasional bag, probably every 4-6 weeks. You can use the Apple Leather Care whenever you see that the bag is looking a little dingy or may need to be brought back to new condition. The Garde should be used the same. The more the use, the more times you may want to use the Garde. This is to be used to protect the bag, after the Leather Care has had time to dry, from daily wear and dirt. It is very good at repelling all sorts of problems.Depending on the size of the bag, you may use approximately 1/4 to 1/3 oz. per application. It will cover thin and go a long way. At the application level of 1/3 oz. per treatment, an 8 oz. bottle may last 18-24 months. __________________ HELP protect the seals http://www.hsus.org/protect_seals.html!!!

Mar 26th, 2008, 04:54 PM	#10
h82bl82 Cindy Location: Utah	Re: To apple leather care user Okay, finally had a few minutes today to use my Apple leather cleaner and leather guard on a couple of my bags. No problems whatsoever. I did apply a little bit of each to a hidden inside spot on each bag, just in case. But all in all, it was a success.