This avoids runs and so makes for a nicer finish. Because the Colourant we're using is water based it takes a few minutes to dry. We therefore advise you to spray one area and then dry it using a hair dryer. Doing it this way reduces the chance of runs. If you do see a run, just dab it off with a cloth or sponge and then re-spray the area. There is no right number of coats that should be applied to the leather. Spray on one coat and dry it off, then just keep spraying on a coat at a time until all the base colour is hidden.
When you are happy that sufficient colourant has been applied, the Leather Finish should be sprayed on to the leather. The Leather Finish is the same finish that we removed at the start of the process. The kit contains both Gloss and Matt versions of the Leather Finish, which can be mixed together at different ratios to achieve the right level of sheen for your leather.
Here is a quick guide to achieving different sheens:. You can adjust it by adding more matt or gloss, as needed.
This should be added at a ratio of roughly For reference, add 15ml of Crosslinker to ml of Finish. The finish is applied exactly the same way as the colourant.
When you spray the Leather Finish onto the leather, make sure it is dry before spraying on a second coat. Like the Leather Colourant, you can use a hairdryer to speed up this process. The above two images are of the seat thoroughly coloured. As standard the leather has a slight shine to it. This can be either increased using a gloss finish, matted down using a matt finish or kept the same using a satin finish.
Our customer required a matt finish for this item, which is shown in the pictures below. In this article, we are going to look at the best way to oil your wooden chopping board and other cooking utensils using our Chopping Board Oil and Cutting Board Conditioner.
A good chopping board can last for years if In this how-to guide we'll show you how to properly prepare your decking before oiling it, and then the best process, product and technique to use to oil your decking. Oiling Decking - Watch The Video. Dirt, grease and grime will stop the Fabricolour from being absorbed easily and so cleaning the fabric is Allow Cookies. Leather Color Restoration Kit. Aniline Color Restoration Kit. Over time, a lot of dirt, grime, oils and who knows what have come into contact with that leather.
In order to complete a long lasting new finish, the surface MUST be free of any of theses contaminants. Leather Cleaner. Semi-aniline leather does not usually require sanding, but occasionally a very light scuffing may be necessary. NuBuck and Suede never require sanding. Sanding is done using a special type of sandpaper: a coated, grit automotive grade sandpaper. This type of sandpaper will dramatically damage your leather.
The specialty grit coated sandpaper does not dig in to the leather finish as deeply and will actually cause no physical damage to the existing finish so long as the proper amount of pressure and sanding activity is applied. The purpose of this sanding is to remove any loose or decayed existing finish, smooth out any rough spots, but most importantly, lightly scuff the existing finish.
Wipe off all sanding dust and loose material before proceeding. The existing surface has now only begun to be ready for the new finish.
More prepping is required. I wish to dispel all the myths and mis-guided information that is so prevalent: Many different materials are recommended for this purpose including things like lacquer thinner, extremely harsh cleaning products, acetone and many others. All of these materials actually break down the fibers of the leather and remove all oils that are required to make the leather function well.
Plus, the residue left behind by these materials react to the new color finish being applied and breaks it down from the underside, thus preventing a strong bond to the leather and inevitable breakdown of the leather and finish. The end results are a job that may look great from the start, but will very soon begin to fall apart and breakdown.
There is usually little chance of repairing the damage and replacement of the item is soon inevitable. So then, what do you use? An alcohol based prepping agent is the best. Just plain Isopropyl Alcohol works better than any of the fore mentioned prep agents, but still, is not as effective as the job requires. DeNatured Alcohol works well, but is a bit too harsh for this purpose. A combination of the two can be sufficient but there are still reactions that need to be performed that this combination alone will not do.
Leather Magic! Wipe away any wet material with a dry cloth to remove any further contaminants that remain on the surface and rewash the area a second time. Allow the Leather Prep to completely dry before proceeding. A hair dryer comes in very handy from this point on! The new color finish is now ready to be applied. But before we get in to that, lets discuss leather finishes: There are a whole lot of choices out there, which one should you choose? Never use a solvent or oil based colorant, they will surely cause a great deal of damage to your leather and will crack and peel in a very short period of time.
Water based is the only way to go. But, which type of water based product? Table of Contents. It is important to use a well-ventilated area to do the dying.
This is extremely important if you are an asthma patient or have allergy issues. A garage or an outdoor space would be ideal for you. To get the perfect dye you can mix two or more color. For example to get a darker brown you can mix a black dye to it.
Always wear a pair of gloves to protect your hands. You must remember to take this precaution as Leather dyes are pretty strong and not so easy to come off. Always remember not to soak the leather while cleaning the sofa. It is always ideal to make use of a spray bottle to moist the sofa. You can place old clothes beneath the couch for a stable working position. It will also protect the floor from the furniture dye stains.
It is better for 2 people to do the work than doing it alone. You should never skip the drying time between the coats of dye.
It will affect the final look. Author Recent Posts. Elissa Smith. Did someone say sofa? Hey, Thank you for reading my post! I was that weird kid that you could always find scribbling some sort of artistic design on a paper. That is something that I still do today. You will find me keeping a keen eye on furniture trends and attempting to turn all spaces into little pieces of heaven.
Hopefully, through this site, I can help you do the same thing. This article was co-authored by Mallika Sharma. Mallika specializes in leather cleaning, coloring, repairing, and restoring for shoes, handbags, jackets, wallets, belts, and sofas. This article has been viewed , times. A leather couch can offer you many things, including quality, comfort, and style.
Even the best leather does fade or discolor over time, however. Your once-new leather couch may not look as sharp after several years, or you might come across a perfect leather couch at a thrift store that is the wrong color or is stained.
Start by cleaning the couch with acetone and then apply several coats of leather dye to the entire piece of furniture. In a couple of hours, your couch will look brand new!
Put the couch in a well-ventilated area and wipe it down with soapy water, then rub the surface with a rag soaked in deglazer or acetone. This will help the leather absorb the dye more easily. Pour 1 or 2 drops of leather dye onto a clean sponge or wool dauber, then spread the dye over the dampened section of leather using long, parallel strokes.
Move from one section of the couch to another, and always spray a little water on before applying the dye. Let the couch dry for 1 hour, then repeat the process 2 to 5 times. After the last coat is dry, spray on some finisher to seal in the color and rub it in with a dry rag. Scroll down for tips on how to choose the perfect dye color for your couch! Did this summary help you? Yes No. Log in Social login does not work in incognito and private browsers.
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Things You'll Need. Related Articles. Article Summary. Part 1. Carry the leather couch to a well-ventilated workspace. You will be working with chemicals that you should avoid breathing in. A basement, garage or outdoor driveway will provide a good place to work and keep chemical fumes out of your living space. You can also wear a mask to avoid breathing in fumes.
Place the couch on top of drop cloths and take off any cushions. Use a drop cloth to protect the surface or floor you are working on. Leather dye can stain many surfaces, so make sure your floor is covered before you begin. It's best to dye cushions separately from the couch itself, also over a drop cloth. You can also use old clothes or rags if they completely cover the space under your couch. Clean the entire couch with soapy water. Remove any dust or dirt that is on the leather using a cloth and soapy water.
Use a mild detergent. Do not soak the couch, as this can warp the leather. Lightly rub it with a cloth that you dip in the water and wring out.
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