The answer is in Occitania: Terre de Sommières. You don’t know our pretty town of Sommières in the Gard in Occitanie? Personally, I love its pretty streets and shops, its craftspeople and its magnificent market and flea market.
To come back to terre de Sommières, this natural clay was discovered in the village of Sommières. It is mainly made in Morocco, but you can still find it made in France. www.theophile-berthon.com
You’ll find it in your DIY shop, cobbler’s and your favourite drugstore.
Steps for removing a grease stain from leather
The sooner the stain is treated, the easier it will be to remove.
Absorb excess grease by using a clean cloth, paper towel or tissue to gently dab the stain and absorb as much grease as possible. Do not rub, as this may smear the stain.
Sprinkle the Terre de Sommières generously over the entire stain.
Leave the powder to work for several hours, or even overnight. This will absorb as much of the grease as possible.
After this time, use a soft brush or dry cloth to remove the powder. If the stain is still visible, repeat the process
If the stain persists, go and see your favourite leather craftsman or shoemaker, who will recommend a cleaning product. For old stains that cannot be removed, the bag needs to be recoloured. This should be done by a professional.
Tips: it also works for your terracotta tiles.
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