How you store a leather apron between uses has a real effect on how long it lasts and how good it looks. The rules are simple: hang it, keep it dry and ventilated, and keep it out of the sun.

Hang it, don't fold it

Hang your apron on a peg, hook, or hanger so it keeps its natural shape. Folding leather for long periods leaves permanent creases and weakens the fold lines over time.

The right environment

• Dry and ventilated: damp storage invites mold and musty smells.
• Out of direct sunlight: prolonged sun fades and dries leather.
• Away from heat sources: radiators and vents dry leather out.

Long-term storage

If you're putting an apron away for a while, clean and condition it first, then store it hanging in a breathable cover — the free shoulder bag that comes with your apron is perfect for keeping dust off. Check on it occasionally and re-condition if it starts to feel dry.

Traveling with your apron

Roll it loosely rather than folding sharply, and pack it in its shoulder bag to protect the surface. Unroll and hang it as soon as you arrive so it relaxes back into shape.

FAQ

Should you fold or hang a leather apron?

Hang it. Folding leaves permanent creases and weakens the leather along the folds.

How do you store a leather apron long term?

Clean and condition it, then hang it in a dry, ventilated spot out of direct sun, ideally in a breathable cover like its shoulder bag. Check and re-condition periodically.

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