The Leather Master Nubuck Cleaning Kit puts the three liquid steps of nubuck care in one box: a cleaner, a protector and a degreaser, with a sponge and a nubuck cloth. It is for nubuck and suede (Leather Master leather type N), which need different products from smooth pigmented or aniline leather.
What is in the kit
- Leather Master Nubuck Cleaner
- Leather Master Nubuck Protector
- Leather Master Nubuck Degreaser
- Sponge
- Nubuck cloth
- Instructions
Bottle sizes differ between Leather Master's market versions of this kit. The current pack shows 140 ml cleaner, 200 ml protector and 75 ml degreaser; US distributors list 150 ml, 200 ml and 200 ml. If the sizes matter to you, ask us to confirm what is in stock before you order.
What each product does
- Nubuck Cleaner — a gentle, water-based cleaner for stains and heavy soiling. Apply as foam on a damp sponge with gentle circular movements, and clean the whole panel from seam to seam. Never spot clean nubuck with liquid.
- Nubuck Degreaser — for body oils and grease that have soaked into the leather. Oils dissolve on contact and a white powder forms that absorbs them. Marks built up over years may need several applications.
- Nubuck Protector — applied once the leather is completely dry, to put back the protection that cleaning removes.
- Nubuck cloth — used dry to lift flattened nap and remove light soiling. Start with the cloth; use the liquids only when the cloth is not enough.
Test before you clean
Most nubuck is not colourfast. Apply a little product to a clean white cloth, rub gently on a hidden area and check the cloth. Let the area dry and check the leather for any change before you clean the piece.
Kit or trade packs?
The kit suits a single lounge suite, or as a leave-behind for a customer after a professional clean. For regular nubuck work the individual trade packs are better value: Nubuck Cleaner 1 L, Nubuck Eco Protector 500 ml, Leather Degreaser 200 ml and Nubuck Cloths (2 pack).
Frequently asked questions
Can I use it on smooth leather?
No. For pigmented and aniline leather use the Leather Master Leather Cleaning Kit Midi or Soft Cleaner.
Why has the leather gone darker?
Nubuck darkens while damp and evens out as it dries, which is why the whole panel is cleaned. Allow about an hour before judging the result.
How do I tell nubuck from aniline?
Nubuck has a brushed, velvety surface that changes shade when you run a finger across it. If you are unsure, send us a photo.
Not sure whether a piece is nubuck, suede or aniline? Send us a photo and we will help you choose the right product before you start. More in Leather Cleaning.
