Daily care of leather horse tack is very important. It allows the tack to remain durable, and therefore safe. The ideal option is to clean and condition horse tack after each use to remove leather-destroying salts from sweat, dirt and grease, under which the leather can begin to rot. Tack daily maintenance take just a 10 minutes but safe it for years. It is recommended to thoroughly clean the leather once every 5-7 uses, i.e. about once a week.
- To correctly clean of the item, you first need to completely disassemble it and clean each strap. First, clean the leather with a damp cloth to remove sweat and dirt. Do not wet the leather too much unless absolutely necessary. This can cause stretching of its fibers and, as a result, its structural damage.
2. Then you can use a special cleaning spray or napkins. Try to use products specifically for horse tack, as they do not contain colorants and other substances that can cause problems to horse’s skin. We also recommend these products for caring for dog tack. You can buy them online and one bottle will last you for years. You can also use it to care for your shoes, gloves, bags and other leather items. It is a very profitable investment that will extend the life of your products and preserve their appearance.
3. After you have cleaned the product from sweat and grease, you can apply conditioner. Apply it sparingly and rub it well into the leather with a soft cloth.
NOTE! Cleaning the leather is also a great opportunity to check the condition of the seams, buckles and the leather in general. If you notice damage to the threads or leather, then you should immediately repair the product. Using a damaged product can be very dangerous for you and your horse or dog. In addition, the sooner you notice the damage, the cheaper it will be to repair it.
At our Lazypony saddlery, we hand-stitching our products with a traditional saddlery stitch, which is much stronger and more durable than machine stitching, so with good care, our products will serve you for many years. Yours, Lazypony saddlery workshop