Leather Colour | Furniture Clinic Leather Colourant | 50 ml
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Leather Colour | Furniture Clinic Leather Colourant | 50 ml
Furniture Clinic Leather Colourant is a water-based polyurethane leather colourant suitable for colouring all types of leather. The leather colourant has unique flexibility and the ability to resist scratches and marks. The coloured leather looks and feels like new and will never peel or fade. There is a wide range of base colours to choose from, and the colourants can be mixed to create an unlimited number of shades.
The leather colourant is suitable for:
- Covering small blemishes on leather
- Colouring leather after a repair
- Complete restoration of worn leather
- Full recolouring or colour change of leather. It is possible to dye black leather to white, and vice versa; Leather Colourant is fully opaque.
Furniture Clinic Leather Colourant can be used to recolour or restore the colour of furniture, car interiors, clothing, shoes, handbags, equestrian products, and any other items made from leather. Note: The leather colourant is less effective on suede and nubuck.
For best results, seal the leather colourant with a leather finish, such as Furniture Clinic Leather Finish. The finish enhances durability and provides a soft surface with a choice of gloss from matte to high gloss. Without a finish, the colourant can produce a rough, rubber-like, and glossy surface. On some materials, the colourant may also feel sticky without a finish.
How to use:
- Start by thoroughly cleaning the leather with Ultra Clean leather cleaner.
- If the leather is pigmented or coated (i.e., leather with a surface finish), remove as much of this finish as possible with Leather Prep. Note: Do not use Leather Prep on aniline, semi-aniline, or other absorbent leathers that lack a surface finish.
- Wipe the leather with Alcohol Cleaner to remove loose dye residues, old oils, and waxes. This allows the new leather colourant to penetrate and adhere properly, providing a solid base. Any oils and waxes will prevent the colourant from bonding, so this step is crucial.
- Apply the first layer of leather colourant with a sponge. Allow it to dry thoroughly before applying additional layers. Use a hairdryer for faster drying time. For a smoother finish, the leather colourant can be sprayed on using an airbrush or other spray gun (though this is not necessary; multiple layers can be applied with a sponge). Apply the colourant in thin layers until it covers and you are satisfied with the result. Ensure the colourant is completely dry before applying a new layer. The colourant is flexible and will not crack, regardless of the number of layers applied. Note: The colour will appear one shade darker once it has dried.
- Seal the leather colourant by applying a surface finish, such as Leather Finish (available in Gloss, Semi-Gloss, Satin, Semi-Matte, and Matte). The finish seals the leather colourant, providing a protective and durable surface and giving the desired level of gloss. Using only leather colourant without a finish will result in a glossy and somewhat rubbery surface, which can lead to increased friction wear.
- For an extra durable surface in high-wear areas, you can add Cross Linker Eco hardener to the finish.
Note: HC and LC stand for High Concentrate and Low Concentrate, referring to the pigmentation of the colourant. When mixing leather colours, choose LC. Use HC if you are dyeing the leather in a single colour without mixing, such as black.
If you follow the instructions, you will achieve a surface that is so durable it is difficult to scratch the leather.
How long does it last? The colourant is as durable as new leather, tested according to British and European standards. While it is difficult to specify exactly how long it will last (as it depends on the usage and wear of the product), we can confidently say it will last as long as your leather originally did. For example, if you purchased the product five years ago and it now needs restoration, you can expect it to last another five years.
Read our leather colouring guide for more information.