Question 1

How should I apply Saddle Secret and how often?

Accepted Answer

Apply Saddle Secret in light, even coats until leather is pliable and then buff with a soft cloth. How often you apply depends on the use of your leather. Sun, wind and rain exposure will dry leather faster.  Car interiors and furniture may only need Saddle Secret applied a couple times a year.  Saddles, boots and shoes may need cleaning and Saddle Secret more often.

Question 2

Is Saddle Secret a leather cleaner?

Accepted Answer

No. Saddle Secret should be applied to clean dry leather.

Question 3

How should I clean leather before applying Saddle Secret?

Accepted Answer

On very dirty, dusty or muddy items, clean with mild dish soap and wam water. Allow to dry and then apply Saddle Secret.

Question 4

Is it possible to use too much Saddle Secret?

Accepted Answer

No. You can not apply too much Saddle Secret, but to over use would be a waste of the product.

Question 5

Does Saddle Secret change the color of my leather?

Accepted Answer

Saddle Secret may darken slightly as you apply, but will return to original color, except on suede. Suede will significantly darken and stay dark.

Question 6

Is Saddle Secret sticky or does it leave an oily residue?

Accepted Answer

No. Once buffed off, there will be no sticky or oily reside.  Saddle Secret will leave a smooth, dry finish.

Question 7

Is Saddle Secret toxic to children and pets?

Accepted Answer

No. Saddle Secret is non-toxic, but we do recommend that you keep it out of reach of children and pets.

Question 8

Can Saddle Secret be used on suede?

Accepted Answer

Yes, you may use Saddle Secret on suede, but it will significantly darken alot and will stay dark.  We use it on roughout saddles and it will not darken because it is full grain leather.

Question 9

Can Saddle Secret be used on leather garments and upholstery?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Saddle Secret can be used on any full grain leather products.  Full grain leather is any smooth faced leather, such as leather furniture, chaps, saddles and tack, vehicle upholstery and sporting equipment.  Saddle Secret may also be used on antique leather and wood.

Question 10

Can Saddle Secret be used on exotic leathers such as ostrich, snake, lizard, etc?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Any exotics. We have even used it on frog skin boots.

Question 11

Does Saddle Secret lanolin, silicone or petroleum products?

Accepted Answer

No. Saddle Secret is 100% non-toxic.

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