Topic: Cleaning Gloves? (Read 4163 times)

AtBalfour · « **on:** December 31, 2008, 01:37:04 PM »

I have a really nice pair of BDM Aerodynamic's that I used for last season, they are still in really good condition, but I would like to clean them up a bit (both leather on padding and the palms)

This would save me spending another �30 for this coming season, which I am trying to cut down on the unnecessary spending!

Any ideas as to how I would clean them, palms especially?

Much Appreciated..

Howzat · « **Reply #1 on:** December 31, 2008, 01:43:27 PM »

Not really sure about palms but it should be safe to clean the top bit with a damp cloth as long as you dry the gloves well after. Sorry cant be more helpful.

AtBalfour · « **Reply #2 on:** December 31, 2008, 01:46:00 PM »

Had a look on the internet, some site forbid washing gloves, others welcome it! Really confusing.

Howzat · « **Reply #3 on:** December 31, 2008, 01:55:14 PM »

I wouldnt touch the palms of the gloves with water Tbh... look what happens when you sweat!

AtBalfour · « **Reply #4 on:** December 31, 2008, 01:58:07 PM »

I know this isn't what you mean, but I have always worn inners, the dirtiness is just the dye and dirt from the wet ball, probably from net sessions in the autumn. Sweat isn't a problem, just a tiny amount or wear and a bit of dirt.

Richie · « **Reply #5 on:** December 31, 2008, 06:22:37 PM »

Have you tried leather whitener mate?

AtBalfour · « **Reply #6 on:** December 31, 2008, 06:26:03 PM »

I just looked for some, found it and it was empty. Will have to get some more, cheers

Richie · « **Reply #7 on:** December 31, 2008, 06:28:24 PM »

No probs, just trying to come up with some suggestions!

gramw · « **Reply #8 on:** December 31, 2008, 06:45:12 PM »

you could try rubbing soap into the palms, my mate did it and it did work a bit. just take a block of soap out the packaging so its still dry and rub it into the palms applying a bit of pressure. Bit more risky but you could try wetting one corner but not loads ( thats what i would try anyway)

Howzat · « **Reply #9 on:** December 31, 2008, 06:48:36 PM »

Quote from: gramw on December 31, 2008, 06:45:12 PM

you could try rubbing soap into the palms, my mate did it and it did work a bit. just take a block of soap out the packaging so its still dry and rub it into the palms applying a bit of pressure. Bit more risky but you could try wetting one corner but not loads ( thats what i would try anyway)

I take it thats white soap

Dont start doing it with the old lavender purple bar!

gramw · « **Reply #10 on:** December 31, 2008, 06:59:11 PM »

ha yeah i thought about saying that but then thought id sound like a plank! although if you want the sooting smell of aloe vera whilst you bat...

Talisman · « **Reply #11 on:** December 31, 2008, 11:40:44 PM »

Saddle Soap, they are 10 times and upwards the cost of gloves so the soap must not harm the leather. Get down to your local tack shop. Thanks to Bev for that tip....

Bellie · « **Reply #12 on:** January 02, 2009, 01:21:47 PM »

i never clean the palms of my gloves theres no point because the colour just come back

deanzy1 · « **Reply #13 on:** January 07, 2009, 06:10:23 PM »

if the leather on yur gloves is high quality it will harden if you dry them on a radiator..... u have to let leather to dry by itself

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