How to deodorize real leather: The most popular method on the internet revealed
In the past 10 days, the topic of deodorizing leather products has soared in major social platforms and e-commerce comment areas. Many consumers are often troubled by the pungent smell after purchasing new leather shoes, bags or leather sofas. This article will provide you with structured solutions based on practical tips and scientific principles that are hotly discussed across the Internet.
1. Analysis of the sources of dermal odor (the top 3 reasons are hotly discussed on the Internet)
| Odor type | Proportion | Typical performance |
|---|---|---|
| Tanning process residue | 42% | Pungent smell similar to chemicals |
| Mildew in storage | 35% | Damp and musty odor |
| Transport packaging contamination | 23% | The smell of plastic and glue |
2. Actual test of Douyin/Xiaohongshu’s popular deodorizing method
| method | support rate | Operational points | Effective time |
|---|---|---|---|
| coffee grounds adsorption method | 89% | Place dry coffee grounds into a gauze bag | 48 hours |
| Liquor wiping method | 76% | White wine above 52 degrees + soft cloth for wiping | Instant results |
| Tea fumigation method | 68% | Black tea is boiled and steamed over long distances | 72 hours |
| baking soda covering method | 81% | Sprinkle the powder evenly on the surface and let it sit | 24 hours |
3. Step-by-step deodorization solution recommended by experts
According to the latest guidelines from the Leather Care Association, three stages of treatment are recommended:
1.Primary processing (1-3 days):
• Ventilate for 2 hours a day (avoid exposure to the sun)
• Wipe with orange peel essential oil (dilution ratio 1:10)
• Place activated carbon packs (200g per square meter)
2.Intermediate processing (4-7 days):
• Deep care with professional leather cleaner
• Ultraviolet disinfection lamp irradiation (distance 50cm)
• Use ozone generator (15 minutes each time)
3.Stubborn odor treatment (more than 7 days):
• Send to a professional agency for ultrasonic cleaning
• Consider re-staining
• Use nano photocatalyst spray
4. Ranking of best-selling odor removal products on e-commerce platforms
| Product name | price range | Positive rating | core ingredients |
|---|---|---|---|
| Japanese deodorant spray | ¥58-89 | 94% | Plant enzymes + silver ions |
| German leather care cream | ¥129-159 | 91% | Beeswax + Shea Butter |
| Domestic activated carbon bag | ¥19.9-39.9 | 88% | coconut shell activated carbon |
| Korean photocatalyst spray | ¥75-128 | 89% | titanium dioxide nanoparticles |
5. Things to note (reminders if netizens step into traps)
• It is strictly prohibited to use chlorine-containing preparations such as 84 disinfectant
• Exposure to the sun will cause the leather to crack (there is a risk if the measured temperature exceeds 40°C)
• Perfume masking may cause secondary pollution
• Special materials such as suede require special cleaning agents
According to the latest consumer feedback, the deodorization success rate using the combined method (physical adsorption + chemical decomposition) is as high as 92%. It is recommended to do a small-scale test first and then deal with it comprehensively. If the odor persists for more than 2 weeks, there may be a risk of excessive formaldehyde. It is recommended to contact the merchant to return or exchange the product.
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