Wednesday, September 21, 2011

Taking Care Of Your Leather Tack from The Chronicle of the Horse

Here is a link to a very good article on how to clean your leather tack. 

Every time you use your saddle, leathers, etc., you should wipe it with a damp sponge covered with a cloth (e.g., car-waxing sponge), and clean it with castile soap or Effax once a week (or more often if riding in the muck). 

Suggested products --
Cleaner: German Bienenwachs Lederpflege-Crème
Cleaner: Effax or
Oakwood for conditioning has a waterproofer
Conditioner:  Passier Lederbalsam
In California, Horseman's One-Step is a good cleaner/conditioner in that arid climate.
For dried out leather: use a 2 inch paint brush and either Effax or tanners oil; may need 3-4 coats
Taking Care Of Your Tack Doesn't Have To Be Tough The Chronicle of the Horse

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