Patent leather is an attractive material made of leather, which has been treated to make it shinier than traditional leather. However, unfortunately, water can damage patent leather when not cared for properly. If patent leather gets wet from rain or water spills, it can become stained and lose its shine. To protect your patent leather from water damage, you should always try to keep it away from moisture as much as possible. When cleaning the surface of your patent leather product, use a damp cloth only and never completely submerge the item in water. Doing so may significantly damage the material and leave permanent stains or discolouration.