tired black leather..repair/dye/paint ?

steveo3002 said:
i have some black leather with average wear , id like to freshen it up to make it look as nice as possible



has anyone got experiance of dye or paint systems? i was looking at this

Leather Dye & Leather Restoration



any suggestions or forums/websites to look at...needs to be to autopian standards :2thumbs:
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Steve, a couple of thoughts. You can always have a professional handle the recovery phase. I've seen some amazing work done on old leather that made it look nearly new again.



I am not familiar with the products in your link. I am familiar with: http://www.leatherique.com/Jaguar_leather_Care.htm He's got a very good reputation. Have a look at his "before" and "after" fotos.





Being in the UK, I cannot imagine you would have any issues locating somebody that could hangle proper restoration, if you decide it's that important.



Cheers!
 
After spending forty years of my life as a horseman I have spent countless hours refurbishing leather saddles, riding boots and harness. I have also owned many cars with leather upholstery. I have found that it's a three step process. I first use saddle soap to get the dirt out of the leather. Secondly I would apply the right color of Kiwi shoe polish. Black for black, brown for brown etc.. Apply then buff of with a soft towel or fibre cloth. I then seal it with mink oil, neetsfoot oil or Belivior. Let it cure for 24-48 hours the buff again with clean dry cloth. Hope this works for you and GL.:ca
 
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