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Any advice on decontaminating leather and shearling?

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   Posted 4 years ago
   Wed Jul 2 2008 16:13:57
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   I have a shearling coat and a leather jacket. Not really sure what to do with them to kill the bugs and eggs. I asked the woman at the PCO and she said to let the PCO spray them. I am concerned that the chemicals will severely damage the coats. Has anyone had to deal with this issue? Any advice would be greatly appreciated.

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   Hi,

   I am not familiar with shearling as a material but with leather products you will always get a liquid damage if too much is applied. How much is too much well that depends on the garment and the condition of the leather.

   I think with my leather items I would have to say I would go for close up and thorough visual inspection rather than chemical treatment. Although leather conditioner might eventually repair the damage its best avoided in the first place.

   David

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