Cleaning/Caring for Chanel PATENT Leather
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From Yahoo answer by Guy name Lance
Patent leather is leather that has been given a high gloss, shiny finish. The original process was developed by Newark, New Jersey-based inventor Seth Boyden in 1818 with commercial manufacture beginning September 20, 1819. His process used a linseed oil-based lacquer coating. Modern patent leather usually has a plastic coating.
Patent leather is sometimes confused with poromeric imitation leathers such as DuPont's Corfam and Kuraray Co.'s Clarino which are manmade materials with a similar glossy appearance.
How to clean it
Patent leather and poromerics are cleaned in a similar way.
1. Dirt adhering to the coating can be removed with a damp cloth, using a mild soap if needed.
2. Minor scratches and scuff marks in the coating itself can be removed using one of several special purpose patent leather and poromeric cleaners on the market.
With wear and tear, patent leather will eventually lose its glossy finish, but will still be smoother than most other types of leather, looking almost rubbery
Patent leather and poromerics are used in applications where an eye-catching glossy appearance is the most important consideration. Examples include fashion items such as wallets and handbags, dance and uniform shoes, professional wrestling boots, and trench coats. In recent years patent leather has become a popular material for limited edition sneakers made by companies such Nike, Bape, and Greedy Genius.
Here is the link
from yahoo answer http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20070327162204AAoDzb9
from wikipedia (more info about this leather)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patent_leather
hope u guys fixing problem
Thnx for the Yahoo answer and Wikipedia
From Yahoo answer by Guy name Lance
Patent leather is leather that has been given a high gloss, shiny finish. The original process was developed by Newark, New Jersey-based inventor Seth Boyden in 1818 with commercial manufacture beginning September 20, 1819. His process used a linseed oil-based lacquer coating. Modern patent leather usually has a plastic coating.
Patent leather is sometimes confused with poromeric imitation leathers such as DuPont's Corfam and Kuraray Co.'s Clarino which are manmade materials with a similar glossy appearance.
How to clean it
Patent leather and poromerics are cleaned in a similar way.
1. Dirt adhering to the coating can be removed with a damp cloth, using a mild soap if needed.
2. Minor scratches and scuff marks in the coating itself can be removed using one of several special purpose patent leather and poromeric cleaners on the market.
With wear and tear, patent leather will eventually lose its glossy finish, but will still be smoother than most other types of leather, looking almost rubbery
Patent leather and poromerics are used in applications where an eye-catching glossy appearance is the most important consideration. Examples include fashion items such as wallets and handbags, dance and uniform shoes, professional wrestling boots, and trench coats. In recent years patent leather has become a popular material for limited edition sneakers made by companies such Nike, Bape, and Greedy Genius.
Here is the link
from yahoo answer http://answers.yahoo.com/question/index?qid=20070327162204AAoDzb9
from wikipedia (more info about this leather)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patent_leather
hope u guys fixing problem
According from this thread http://forum.purseblog.com/chanel/help-how-do-you-clean-patent-leather-171237-6.html
I think it worth to know our goodies and howto clean it .
so here the info that I searched.
More or less hope it helpful.
Thnx for the Yahoo answer and Wikipedia
From Yahoo answer by Guy name Lance
Patent leather is leather that has been given a high gloss, shiny finish. The original process was developed by Newark, New Jersey-based inventor Seth Boyden in 1818 with commercial manufacture beginning September 20, 1819. His process used a linseed oil-based lacquer coating. Modern patent leather usually has a plastic coating.
Patent leather is sometimes confused with poromeric imitation leathers such as DuPont's Corfam and Kuraray Co.'s Clarino which are manmade materials with a similar glossy appearance.
How to clean it
Patent leather and poromerics are cleaned in a similar way.
1. Dirt adhering to the coating can be removed with a damp cloth, using a mild soap if needed.
2. Minor scratches and scuff marks in the coating itself can be removed using one of several special purpose patent leather and poromeric cleaners on the market.
With wear and tear, patent leather will eventually lose its glossy finish, but will still be smoother than most other types of leather, looking almost rubbery
Patent leather and poromerics are used in applications where an eye-catching glossy appearance is the most important consideration. Examples include fashion items such as wallets and handbags, dance and uniform shoes, professional wrestling boots, and trench coats. In recent years patent leather has become a popular material for limited edition sneakers made by companies such Nike, Bape, and Greedy Genius.
Here is the link
from yahoo answer http://answers.yahoo.com/question/in...7162204AAoDzb9
from wikipedia (more info about this leather)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patent_leather
hope u guys fixing problem
I think it worth to know our goodies and howto clean it .
so here the info that I searched.
More or less hope it helpful.
Thnx for the Yahoo answer and Wikipedia
From Yahoo answer by Guy name Lance
Patent leather is leather that has been given a high gloss, shiny finish. The original process was developed by Newark, New Jersey-based inventor Seth Boyden in 1818 with commercial manufacture beginning September 20, 1819. His process used a linseed oil-based lacquer coating. Modern patent leather usually has a plastic coating.
Patent leather is sometimes confused with poromeric imitation leathers such as DuPont's Corfam and Kuraray Co.'s Clarino which are manmade materials with a similar glossy appearance.
How to clean it
Patent leather and poromerics are cleaned in a similar way.
1. Dirt adhering to the coating can be removed with a damp cloth, using a mild soap if needed.
2. Minor scratches and scuff marks in the coating itself can be removed using one of several special purpose patent leather and poromeric cleaners on the market.
With wear and tear, patent leather will eventually lose its glossy finish, but will still be smoother than most other types of leather, looking almost rubbery
Patent leather and poromerics are used in applications where an eye-catching glossy appearance is the most important consideration. Examples include fashion items such as wallets and handbags, dance and uniform shoes, professional wrestling boots, and trench coats. In recent years patent leather has become a popular material for limited edition sneakers made by companies such Nike, Bape, and Greedy Genius.
Here is the link
from yahoo answer http://answers.yahoo.com/question/in...7162204AAoDzb9
from wikipedia (more info about this leather)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Patent_leather
hope u guys fixing problem
I've got a 2003 black patent classic flap from my friend but the patent leather has turned a bit sticky already, do you gals know how can I manage it? 
Many thanks.
Many thanks.
juts got a patent flap too from 94/95...
http://forum.purseblog.com/chanel/patent-classic-flap-d-341222.html
it was already sticky and all because the prev owner didn't ever use it and keep it in the closet for years and years.
try to wipe it with baby wipes over and over again.
also, air it a lot and use it as often
http://forum.purseblog.com/chanel/patent-classic-flap-d-341222.html
it was already sticky and all because the prev owner didn't ever use it and keep it in the closet for years and years.
try to wipe it with baby wipes over and over again.
also, air it a lot and use it as often
Based upon my experience, patent leather accumulates moist over the years if not used and kept in a closet.So the moment you take it out after a long time of not being used the surface will stick on the flap if you didn't put any tissue or felt barrier in between. I believe even non patent ones and leather as well will get molds if not taken out or used regularly. Somehow, try to use a little of Apple Garde cleaner or conditioner, try it on a small spot first w/ a clean cloth. Feel the patent after it dries and check if the condition of stickiness improves.
I've heard baby wipes sometimes make it worse. I know it's funny but how about olive oil...
If you google it, you'll bring some info about it. HTH
If you google it, you'll bring some info about it. HTH
You can buy this cleaner specifically for patent leather online, it's called Vernice. http://www.urad.org/support/FAQ_patent_leather.cfm
I have used it on my Marc by Marc Jacob patent leather shoes and my Chanel glazed star-stitched flap. It's pretty good.
I have used it on my Marc by Marc Jacob patent leather shoes and my Chanel glazed star-stitched flap. It's pretty good.
Thanks for the link to the cleaner. I have a couple of patent leather bags and didn't know that they needed to be aired out and it's great to know there is a specific cleaner for them.
Oh, thanks a lot for all the info!!!
Yes, my friend just used the bag once around 10 years ago and then has kept the flap in its box and now, when she passed the bag to me, the patent has turned sticky.
I'll air the bag and try to see if I can get the patent cleaner in my place (Hong Kong).
Yes, my friend just used the bag once around 10 years ago and then has kept the flap in its box and now, when she passed the bag to me, the patent has turned sticky.
I'll air the bag and try to see if I can get the patent cleaner in my place (Hong Kong).
I had seen a few threads on here about sticky patent leather and didnt really think about it much until i received my vintage patent leather messinger bag and it was sticky!!!! and had a few scuffs.
My mom reminded me of the way we used to clean our patent leather shoes as kids and whallaaa, it worked!!!
For scuffs: Use a dry rag with a little LEMON EXTRACT on it to remove them, it will not the harm or change the patent in any way.
For Stickiness: Take 2 dry rags. Put VINEGAR on one and brush a layer of vinegar on the area. Let it sit for 30 seconds or so, then rub with the vinegar cloth. Next take the dry cloth and buff the area.
I did this process about 3 times on my sticky bag and it is getting better and prettier with each application.
Just thought I would pass it on for anyone out there who is struugling with patent leather!!!
My mom reminded me of the way we used to clean our patent leather shoes as kids and whallaaa, it worked!!!
For scuffs: Use a dry rag with a little LEMON EXTRACT on it to remove them, it will not the harm or change the patent in any way.
For Stickiness: Take 2 dry rags. Put VINEGAR on one and brush a layer of vinegar on the area. Let it sit for 30 seconds or so, then rub with the vinegar cloth. Next take the dry cloth and buff the area.
I did this process about 3 times on my sticky bag and it is getting better and prettier with each application.
Just thought I would pass it on for anyone out there who is struugling with patent leather!!!
