Question
Why are leather articles like purses, wallets, belts, footwear always polished before storing away?
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Answer
They are polished so as to protect them from the growth of fungus.
- Polish creates a layer of wax on them so that moisture cannot enter from atmosphere.
- It prevents the growth of fungus, which damages the leather.
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