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    What can I use to clean a leather watch band that's really smelly?
    Mallika Sharma
    Certified Leather Care Technician
    Mallika Sharma is a Certified Leather Care Technician and the Founder of The Leather Laundry, a niche spa service for luxury leather gear in India. Mallika specializes in leather cleaning, coloring, repairing, and restoring for shoes, handbags, jackets, wallets, belts, and sofas. She holds a Master’s degree in Finance and Investment from the University of Edinburgh Business School. Mallika is a certified Professional Leather Care Technician and trained with the globally reputed leather care company, LTT in the United Kingdom.
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    You could use soap and warm water and some isopropyl alcohol if the smell does not go. Then use an industrial deodorizing agent if it still does not go. After, you can use filler creams to buff the leather out and even out the surface. Finally, use dye or polish to touch up.
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    How can I remove scratches from the glass lens of a watch?
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    Get a moist towel and some non-abrasive toothpaste, the blue gel ones work the best. Gently apply it to the tip of the towel. Get a cup of water and dip the edge of the towel in it and rub the surface of the glass in small circles. After 30 seconds, find a clean section of the towel and use water to moisten it. Gently remove all remaining toothpaste from the glass.
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    How do I clean a watch strap made of silicone?
    Lina DaSilva
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    If possible, detach the silicone strap from the watch to make cleaning easier. Submerge the strap in soapy water for a few minutes and use a toothbrush to scrub it.
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    How can I clean the back of my watch when it becomes dull and dirty?
    Lina DaSilva
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    Try using rubbing alcohol and then scrub it with a toothbrush and soap and water.
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