How to Remove Stickers From Suede
Suede leathers have a delicate, unfinished surface that makes them difficult to clean. While sticker-removing solutions will work on finished leathers, they can permanently damage suede textures.
If you’ve put a sticker on your suede jacket that has left a sticky residue, you will need to follow special steps to clean it off.
Things You Will Need
- Tweezers
- Pencil eraser
- Fingernail file
- Suede brush
Tip
Never use adhesive removal solutions on suede, as they can permanently damage the texture and nap. You can use fine-grit sandpaper if you do not have access to a fingernail file. Have the suede professionally cleaned if you cannot completely remove the sticker.
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Peel off the sticker slowly so as much of the sticker is removed from the suede as possible. Use tweezers or your fingers to pick off the leftover adhesive.
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If there is sticker residue, gently rub a pencil eraser over it until it is gone.
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If there is still residue, gently rub it with a fingernail file. This will remove the top layer of suede along with the residue, so use care not to rub too vigorously.
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Brush the suede with a suede brush to restore the nap.
The Drip Cap
- Suede leathers have a delicate, unfinished surface that makes them difficult to clean.
- This will remove the top layer of suede along with the residue, so use care not to rub too vigorously.
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Writer Bio
Kaye Wagner has been working in the fields of journalism and public relations since 2006 and is a recipient of a National Hearst Award. She is particularly interested in home-and-garden projects, as well as beauty and fashion writing. An avid traveler, she also writes travel reviews and guides. Wagner earned a Bachelor of Arts in journalism from Brigham Young University.
Photo Credits
- micro suede rocker recliner image by James Phelps from Fotolia.com
- micro suede rocker recliner image by James Phelps from Fotolia.com
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