Clear advice. Clear limits.
A convincing photograph is a starting point, not a substitute for a documented method.
Three kinds of content
- Care guides explain a general approach, relevant exclusions and when to seek specialist advice.
- Photo records show supplied before-and-after images. They do not imply an unrecorded method, cost or durability result.
- Product references describe a product or category and link to manufacturer information. They are not scored tests unless a test is explicitly documented.
What a complete test should record
A useful test identifies the material and its finish, the exact product, the starting condition and the application process. It records comparable photographs, observations after drying and the limits of the comparison. Any follow-up should state when and how the item was used.
We do not fill gaps with guessed prices, hours, ratings or claims of long-term performance. The current photo archive does not establish a controlled comparison between products.
Photography and illustrations
Repair images remain distinct from editorial artwork. AI-generated care illustrations are labelled and are not used as before-and-after evidence. Manufacturer product photographs are credited to their source. Lighting, angle and nap direction can affect the appearance of leather, so photographs have limits.
Sources and product claims
We link to manufacturer guidance where it informs a product reference. Formulations and instructions can change, and the label on the actual product takes precedence over a summary. A method that suits one leather may not suit another.
AI-assisted articles
Articles labelled AI-assisted use web research and linked primary sources. Scheduled articles also receive a separate automated review. These checks are not a human review or a hands-on test, and they can miss mistakes. Generated illustrations are labelled separately. Always check the care instructions for your actual item and ask a qualified repairer when its material or finish is uncertain.
Commercial independence
Affiliate relationships are disclosed near any commission-bearing link. A commission does not justify inventing a recommendation or a result. Read the affiliate disclosure for details.
Corrections
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