Product Overview
A horsehair brush with a moulded, contoured handle — the general-purpose choice for leather and upholstery work.
Natural horsehair bristle, held in the block with stainless steel staples so the fixing does not rust and stain what you are cleaning. The block is solid polypropylene.
Why Horsehair on Leather and Upholstery
Leather and many upholstery fabrics are damaged by two things: harsh chemistry and stiff synthetic bristle. Horsehair is soft enough not to scratch a finished leather surface or fray a delicate weave, and resilient enough to still carry cleaner into a grain or a pile.
It is a natural protein fibre, which is also why it should not be used with strongly alkaline products — high pH attacks the bristle itself, not just the soil.
Which Horsehair Brush
CCW stocks three. They differ in form, not in bristle.
| Brush | Form | Best for |
|---|---|---|
| Hand Fit (AB09) | Palm-held block, no handle | Close control, seams, vehicle interiors, detail work |
| Regular with Handle (AB08, this product) | Contoured handle | General leather and upholstery cleaning |
| Large (AB06) | Larger block | More coverage per stroke on bigger areas |
If you are unsure which suits your work, tell us what you clean most and we will point you at the right one.
Applications
- Finished and sealed leather — lounges, dining chairs, vehicle seats
- Upholstery fabrics that will not take aggressive agitation
- Working leather cleaner into grain before wiping off
- Dusting and dry agitation before cleaning
Specifications
| Bristle | Natural horsehair |
|---|---|
| Bristle fixing | Stainless steel staples |
| Block | Solid polypropylene |
| Form | Contoured moulded handle |
The manufacturer does not publish dimensions for these brushes. Rather than estimate them, we have left them out.
Operating Advice
- Test on an unseen area first, every time, on any leather or fabric you have not cleaned before.
- Work with light pressure and short strokes. On leather the brush carries cleaner into the grain; it is not there to scrub the finish.
- Keep it away from strongly alkaline products. High pH degrades natural bristle and shortens the brush considerably.
- Rinse and dry it bristle-down after use. Natural bristle left wet in a block goes soft and eventually smells.
- Do not soak it. Water sitting in the block loosens the bristle over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it safe on leather?
On finished and sealed leather, used with leather-appropriate chemistry and light pressure, yes. Test first on aniline, nubuck, suede and any unfinished leather — those are absorbent and mark easily.
Can I use it with any cleaner?
Use products intended for the surface. Avoid strongly alkaline products, which damage natural bristle as well as the leather.
Do I need the large one instead?
Only if you are covering big areas regularly. For most leather and upholstery work this is the brush that gets used.
How long does a horsehair brush last?
Until the bristle splays or goes soft. Splayed bristle lies over instead of carrying cleaner in, and no amount of extra pressure fixes it.
Why horsehair rather than a rubber brush?
Different jobs. Horsehair is the gentle option for leather and delicate fabric. For lifting pet hair and lint, a rubber brush like the Grime Reaper (AB109) does far more.
Related Products
- Horsehair Brush Hand Fit (AB09)
- Horsehair Brush Large (AB06)
- Grime Reaper Brush (AB109)
- Spotting Brush (AB10)
What We See in the Field
Leather complaints are almost never about the brush. They are about chemistry that was too strong for the finish, or a brush used on unfinished leather that absorbs everything it touches. Identify the leather before choosing the product, and the brush becomes the easy part of the job.
