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September 23, 2013
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I was given two elk hides/capes and was told the last time they handled them they got red spots almost like a chemical burn on there arms ect where they came into contact with them.
Not sure what could cause this or what to do with them.
I don’t want to throw them away. Is there anything I can do to “wash” them?
They look like they have been tanned but still suede-like on the backs.
Any suggestions appreciated.
Find out what type of tan was used ? They may just be pickled and not neutrslized properly . Also may need a tanning oil applied .
September 23, 2013
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Im not able to find out what type of tan was used. Is there a simple neutralizing solution I could use? Would it hurt them if they were neutralized and then I repeated the process?
I’d check the ph of the cape with litmus paper . Then you can bring ph back up with baking soda .
September 23, 2013
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I have no experience with tanning so would I wet the hide then use the ph paper? What ph would I bring it to? how much baking soda to water? How long to soak it? Then after that can I just let it dry?
