Bags & Leather
Protecting Leather Shoes and Bags Through Qatar's Humid Season
5 min read
Late July through September brings Qatar's most humid weather. Humidity combined with heat is ideal for mould, and leather — an organic material — is a favourite target.
What happens to leather
- Mould spots on bags, shoes and jackets in closed cupboards.
- Water marks from condensation when items move between AC and heat.
- Stiffening and warping.
Prevention
- Store leather in AC rooms.
- Use breathable dust bags.
- Add silica gel to wardrobes.
- Open cupboards regularly for airflow.
- Clean items before storing.
If you spot mould
Don't brush it indoors — spores spread. See mould on leather.
Get help
Renova's bag and leather care and shoe care cover cleaning and conditioning.
Everything You Need to Know
Should leather be conditioned in humid weather?
Lightly. Over-conditioning in humidity can encourage mould.
Is a walk-in closet safe for leather?
If it's air-conditioned and ventilated, yes.
Can water marks be removed?
Usually, with professional cleaning that evens out the panel.
Written by the Renova team
