Suede Cleaner 4.5

• A pH 4.5 cleaner that safely removes surface general soiling without damaging the pH-sensitive suede.
• Comes ready-to-use or as a concentrate to be diluted with distilled water.
• Designed to respect suede's protein-fiber chemistry, especially its vulnerability to high pH.

 Why Use Suede Cleaner 4.5?

1. Preserves Suede’s Chemistry (Amphoteric pH-sensitive)

• Suede is extremely sensitive to pH shifts, especially above pH 7, which can lead to stiffness, color loss, or even fiber denaturing.
• Suede Cleaner 4.5 works within the safe acidic zone (pH 3–5) to clean gently without side effects like texture change or shrinkage.

2. Removes Soiling Without Over-wetting

• Designed to be brushed in, allowing for controlled cleaning that doesn’t distort the nap.
• Removes:
• Atmospheric grime
• Embedded dirt
• Light body contact soiling
• Minor food and beverage spots (if fresh)

3. Prepares for Hydration & Fatliquoring

• As part of the Leather Doctor system, cleaning is just the first phase.
• Suede Cleaner 4.5 opens the pores for Hydrator 3.3, Fatliquor 5.0 to replenish structure and softness without sealing the surface.

4. Minimizes Texture Damage

• Suede has a delicate nap that can be ruined by harsh cleaners.
• This cleaner, when used with a Suede Brush, Towel 1, or Suede Eraser 5, gently lifts dirt while preserving texture integrity.

5. Compatible with Deodorizing and Degreasing Steps

• For tougher problems like body oils, grease and sweat (e.g., collar stains), it can be preceded by Degreaser 2.2 and followed by Rinse 3.0 or Acidifier 2.0, depending on the condition. 

 How Suede Cleaner 4.5 Works

• Suede 4.5 is specially formulated to:
• Emulsify general soiling and suspend dirt for easy removal
• Gently penetrate and lift contaminants without over-drying
• Preserve suede’s natural softness by maintaining essential oils and fats

 For best results, follow up with Suede Rinse 3.0 to remove all residue and restore suede to a healthy, squeaky-clean finish. 

 When to Use Suede Cleaner 4.5?

Situation	Use Suede Cleaner 4.5
Everyday soiling	✅ Lightly soiled furniture, jackets, shoes
Spot cleaning	✅ Fresh spills or light surface marks
Before re-softening	✅ Prepares surface for Hydrator 3.3 & Fatliquor 5.0
After Degreaser 2.2	✅ Cleans up residue before rinsing

 

  Tannery Science Perspective:

Suede is made from the flesh split of the hide, meaning it’s more porous and weaker than top-grain leather. The amphoteric protein fiber structure requires acidic-range cleaning agents to retain its softness, nap, and structure. Suede Cleaner 4.5 fulfills this without breaking down the fiber bond.

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