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DIY Cleaner for White Faux Leather

Posted on March 21, 2019August 11, 2022 by sophiebocks

Hi everyone! Today I’m going to talk about cleaning my white faux leather bar stools and the ingredients I use to do so. I will also have before and after pictures so you can see how well this DIY cleaner works.

With a boyfriend who loves to be in the garage, white leather barstools were not the smartest idea for our house. They can get dirty fast! Rather than using a strong cleaner like bleach, I found that a mixture of white vinegar and dish soap works best at cleaning these barstools.

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Vinegar is great for cleaning, and it can be a much safer alternative then store-bought cleaners. It’s a great option for cleaning really anything! I also used a sponge to scrub and wipe off all of the grime, but if you have genuine leather or are worried about scuffing, a washcloth or rag might be a better option.

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What You’ll Need:

  • Warm Water
  • Dish Soap
  • White Vinegar
  • Sponge/Washcloth
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If you have a spray bottle on-hand, this will work perfectly for mixing the soap and vinegar. That way you also have it for cleaning other things around the house. First, add some warm water, then a couple drops of dish soap, and some white vinegar. Then shake the mixture so the soap mixes in.

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The only thing to keep in mind when using a spray bottle is not to fully saturate the fabric. In order to prevent this, you can lightly spray the furniture directly, or spray the sponge/cloth first then wipe the furniture.

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Here are the before and after pictures of my barstools. They look so much better now and no noxious smells! I feel using warm water really helps loosen up all the dirt and grime, and the vinegar makes the white much brighter.

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These pictures really show how well this DIY cleaner works. My barstools were practically grey before I cleaned them! Cleaning them with vinegar and soap made a huge difference.

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As you can see, Chloe is really happy with them too. πŸ˜‰

Shop Supplies Used in this Post:

  • Lucy's All Natural Distilled White Vinegar - 1 Gallon
    Lucy’s All Natural Distilled White Vinegar – 1 Gallon
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  • Dawn Ultra Dish Soap - Pack of 2
    Dawn Ultra Dish Soap – Pack of 2
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16 thoughts on “DIY Cleaner for White Faux Leather”

  1. Sarah Allyn says:
    March 21, 2019 at 8:35 am

    Those stools are gorgeous, great tip!

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    1. s.marsh.c says:
      March 21, 2019 at 1:33 pm

      Thank you!

      Reply
  2. Velovita Andini says:
    March 21, 2019 at 6:02 pm

    Vinegar is great for cleaning, i used it also. I miz with baking soda and lemon sometimes. Because of tge vinegar smells. ☹..nice sofa!!

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    1. s.marsh.c says:
      March 23, 2019 at 11:05 am

      Thank you! Ooh I’ll have to try lemon next time! I mix with baking soda sometimes too, it helps a lot with cleaning.

      Reply
  3. Ester Rogers says:
    March 22, 2019 at 4:21 am

    Lol, your cat is very happy and owning the spot already.😍

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    1. s.marsh.c says:
      March 23, 2019 at 11:06 am

      Haha she totally is! It’s her favorite perch in the house πŸ˜„

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      1. Ester Rogers says:
        March 24, 2019 at 7:52 am

        How adorable!😍

  4. pazdelaspence says:
    March 24, 2019 at 2:42 am

    This is so coolπŸ˜ŽπŸ™πŸΏ

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    1. s.marsh.c says:
      March 25, 2019 at 10:45 am

      Thank you! 😊

      Reply
  5. Starrcreative says:
    April 10, 2019 at 10:46 pm

    Wow – it really worked great – thanks for sharing this!

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    1. s.marsh.c says:
      April 11, 2019 at 4:28 pm

      Thank you for checking it out! 😊

      Reply
  6. windsongwindofchange says:
    April 24, 2019 at 1:59 am

    Awesome!

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    1. s.marsh.c says:
      April 24, 2019 at 11:44 am

      Thanks!

      Reply
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  8. Sarah White says:
    March 13, 2020 at 2:22 pm

    Thanks for this post! I just tried this and I was surprised at how well it worked. I usually just get my leather couches (both real or faux) cleaned by a local upholstery cleaner in my area and they always do a great job, but I’m glad I found your handy solution for when I feel like cleaning it myself!

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    1. s.marsh.c says:
      March 23, 2020 at 7:12 pm

      Thanks for checking out my post, and I’m so glad the cleaner worked well for you! It’s definitely one of my favorite DIY cleaners.

      Reply

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