The increasing use of fur and leather garments and trimmings has made the necessity for adequate methods for cleaning more urgent. Dry-cleaning plants have been handling a large proportion of these materials either directly or on a wholesale basis for furriers and cold-storage establishments. A study was made to establish a method for thoroughly cleaning the fur and leather garments, yet retaining the fat-liquor content which is essential to the appearance and pliability of the material. It was found that by modifying the usual dry-cleaning process by the addition of small percentages of paraffin this result could be accomplished. Samples cleaned in the laboratory showed no loss of color, had a good appearance, and retained their pliability. Trials in cleaning plants of preliminary recommendations permitted the fixing of standard practices.