how do I remove sticky residue from my two leather sofas?

Question

My sofas are just over a year old, and both have developed a sticky residue although I am unsure why. It is almost impossible to sit on them as you find yourself stuck to them. I have tried mild detergent but nothing else

Answer 1

try surgical spirit, you will need to condition the leather afterwards though. and for gods sake dont smoke while you do it.

now stop wanking on your sofas.

Answer 2

I had sticky residue on a wood effect floor, and was worried about using anything other than water on it.

I used baby oil, and it worked a treat. A tiny drop on a kitchen towel, and the residue came off easily. I then just wiped over the floor with a damp cloth.

Try it on a bit of leather at the back first though to make sure that it won't damage the leather.

Answer 3

You can clean a leather sofa with watered down, mild, non-biological washing powder and a cotton cloth, dabbing gently in circle motions, it will make it smell nice too, afterwards apply a soft saddle soap.

Answer 4

Spray some WD-40 on a rag and wipe off the tape residue. WD 40 works wonders.

Answer 5

First of all I would call the company and ask why this is happening. If its just sticky you can clean it with any leather cleaner. wipe it down with baby oil, WD 40...

Answer 6

dont see why detergent didnt work
get in touch with the store you bought them from
I've always had leather sofas but never had this problem

Answer 7

Isn't there a special leather cleaner avaliable for sofas to keep them clean and healthy looking.

Answer 8

I had the same problem bought the wipes from tesco .for leather also the leather spray. Sofa like new .

Answer 9

Un buen sillón en la zona de estar siempre da buen gusto a la habitación, con tanta variedad y calidad en los sillones de sitios web ha sido muy difícil decidirme pero, a su llegada, he sabido que he hecho la compra perfecta, queda muy bien en el cuarto, es moderno, no resbala y tiene la altura perfecta, es un producto excelente y con un precio aun mas.

Answer 10

Try an ordinary bar of toilet soap and a flannel. Rinse gently with warm water.

Answer 11

Id say call the company you bought them from, they should still be under guarentee. Dont try to sort it out your self, it could go alot worse. Good luck. Urggggg, sounds horrid too.