Saddlery Soft Cleaner 3.8 (Soft 3.8) by Leather Doctor® is a Leather-Safe™, pH 3.8 mild cleaner designed to gently remove light soiling from saddlery without causing browning, stiffness, or discoloration.
It is the safest starting point for all saddlery leather, including Veg-Tan, Nubuck, and Suede.
Key Benefits
- Gentle cleaning with no harsh side effects
- Prevents rings, browning, and stiffness
- Safe for delicate saddlery leather types
- Works with Rinse 3.0 for residue-free results
Why Start with Soft 3.8?
- Safest first step in progressive cleaning
- Suitable for all leather types
- Prevents over-cleaning damage
Progressive Cleaning System
- Step up to Strong 4.3 if needed
- Use Super 4.9 for heavy soiling
- Use Degreaser 2.2 for oil contamination
Application Instructions
- Dilute 1:32 with distilled water
- Remove dry soil
- Apply and agitate gently
- Allow 3–30 minutes dwell time
- Extract with towel
- Rinse with Rinse 3.0
Complete Saddlery Care
- Hydrator 3.3
- Fatliquor 5.0
- Conditioner B
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