Restoring Color as Part of a Leather Repair Service in Tucson, AZ
Over time, as leather furniture experiences wear and tear from use and exposure to sunlight. This can cause cracks to form and color to fade. Luckily, a skilled leather repair service provider will be able to provide quick and effective solutions that can fully restore your leather. There are DIY kits available as well for those who wish to try their hand at leather color restoration too, but it’s important to keep in mind that the best results come from relying on an experienced professional. Here are the basic steps to color restoration:
Checking If the Leather Is Absorbent
Checking to see if the leather you’re working on is absorbent or not is as simple as putting a drop of water on the leather surface and rubbing it in with your finger. If it absorbs and darkens, the leather is absorbent. In this case, most colorant products and balms will work quite well. If the surface is not absorbent, removing the finish, silicones, and wax is necessary for the colors to be absorbed properly. This is usually done using a prep cleaner or an alcohol cleaner.
Filling the Cracks
If the leather is cracked from age and use, it’s necessary to make repairs before using any colorants. Most leather repair service providers will use a type of filler to repair cracks. There are several fillers and leather binders available on the market that can seep into the leather, repairing minor scuffs and heavy cracking alike.
Using the Right Leather Colorant Products
Once all the cracks, scuffs, and other types of damage are repaired, specialized colorants can be used to either change or restore the faded colors of the leather product. This works on couches, car seats, leather jackets, boots, and more. An easy way to restore color on absorbent leather is by using the right recoloring balm. To reduce fading in the future, a leather protection cream can also be applied.
If you need a professional leather repair service that can restore the beauty and fresh color of your leather furniture, Color Pro of Tucson is the company to turn to. I use my extensive knowledge, expertise, and high-quality materials to deliver impeccable results for all my clients in Tucson, AZ and the surrounding areas. Reach out to me today at (520) 399-8456!