Can rain damage leather? If so, how much, and how? Any particular types of leather?
Rain does not damage Leather, however it may discolor it temporarily. If the rain has chemicals in it like roof run off or polution like particles it may discolor it tothe point of needing a touch up cleaning. But that would be a rarity. A touch up cleaning can be done with a cotton li t free cloth using shampoo water. After the clean up you may want to use a rinse water using the cloth with a ceam rinse in the water. Leather normallyhas a finish that is water repelant, a sealer or finish with age may need to be applied. Most leather dealerscan help with the right choice. I have had goodluck with cleaning old leather articles in this manner, depending on the age and dfiscoloration i may opt to redye and reseal the Leather. I have had customers amazed with the end result. But as I tell all my clients with this type of question, "have you ever seen a cow shrink in the rain, or become permanently discolored?"
Why does my leather shoe peel after months of not using it?
Leather itself doesn’t peel. There are several possibilities since you didn’t provide a photo. One is that the shoes are leather with a coating and the coating is peeling off. Have you ever seen a blue cow? No? You’ve seen blue leather, though, right? The second is that the shoes were sold as leather but are really vinyl or are “bonded” leather. Bonded leather is scraps of leather pressed into a sheet and bonded with hot glue. It’s sold under a variety of names. While it has a leather content, it’s not really real leather since the structural agent is the glue.
Is polyester cloth good or bad?
Polyester clothing is produced using oil which is an obviously unsustainable resource. It also takes a large amount of energy to produce polyester and given that it is not biodegradeable, it fills up our land fills. But new research is also suggesting that polyester may not be good for our health. Due to its synthetic structure, polyester clothing produces very strong electrostatic potential.Polyester is machine washable, quick-drying and wrinkle-resistant. A synthetic, naturally bright fiber, polyester modifies easily to meet various strength and size needs. It is strong and durable with shape retention compared to other fibers that may flatten with extended use.BenefitsHealth and safety advantages include withstanding mildew, abrasions and the majority of chemicals. Insulation ability imparts protective qualities to harsh-weather gear. Warming trapped air within the fibers by the body retains heat. Additionally, polyester fabric provides cushioning and comfort to pillows, upholstery padding and comforters.SafetyPolyester fabric will burn upon exposure to direct flame with a melting point of 500 degrees Fahrenheit. Clothing, bedding and all applicable material manufacturers are required to comply with OSHA Hazard Communication Standards. While fire is atypical, allergy-related issues occurring as a reaction to polyester fabric are a more frequent problem.Health EffectsPossible adverse reactions to fabrics and textiles are always a possibility. Some people may experience skin rashes, including contact dermatitis or skin inflammation, due to contact with certain substances. Others may suffer respiratory issues or eye irritation with similar causes.