New Zealand summers can be tough on leather furniture. Warm temperatures, increased humidity, strong UV exposure and more time spent relaxing at home can all affect leather during the summer months, often without immediate signs.
January is an ideal time to assess and restore leather that’s been exposed to summer conditions. Professional care helps prevent long-term damage and keeps your furniture comfortable, attractive and durable throughout the year.
At The Leather Doctor, we provide expert leather cleaning and conditioning services designed to protect leather from heat, everyday wear and seasonal stress.
How Summer Impacts Leather
Leather is a natural material and responds quickly to environmental changes. During summer, leather furniture may experience:
- Drying and loss of natural oils from heat
- Fading caused by sunlight through windows
- Sticky or dull surfaces from humidity and sweat
- Faster wear of protective finishes
- Increased friction from frequent use
Without professional care, these issues can lead to stiffness, cracking and uneven colour.
Why Summer Leather Care Is Important
Many summer-related issues develop slowly and aren’t obvious straight away. Professional treatment in January helps restore balance to the leather before damage becomes more difficult to repair.
Our services include:
- Deep leather cleaning
- Conditioning to restore softness and flexibility
- Repair of scuffs and surface wear
- Recolouring for faded or uneven leather
If your furniture shows visible wear, our leather repair and recolouring services can restore its appearance without the need for replacement.
Protect Your Leather for the Year Ahead
Starting the year with professionally treated leather helps your furniture handle ongoing summer conditions and daily use more effectively.
We service lounges, armchairs and dining seating as part of our household furniture leather care services, helping protect your investment long-term.
Book Your January Leather Service
The Leather Doctor is now taking January bookings across New Zealand. Whether your leather needs seasonal maintenance or professional restoration, our technicians are ready to help.
Care for your leather this summer with:
- Professional leather cleaning and conditioning
- Repair and recolouring options
- Local technicians throughout New Zealand
Send an online enquiry today to secure your January booking.
Give your leather the care it needs to withstand the New Zealand summer.