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How to Apply Color or Clear Finish

Tips and techniques for applying Rub ‘n Restore® leather and vinyl finishes. Troubleshooting topics address common mistakes and issues too.

Can I change the color of leather or vinyl? Can I change from dark to light?

Categories: How to Apply Color or Clear Finish, How to Choose a Color, Resources with Video

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Rub ‘n Restore® is easily rubbing off, revealing the old color.

Categories: Troubleshoot Color & Clear Application

Will Rub ‘n Restore® stain clothing?

Categories: Questions About Rub 'n Restore, Troubleshoot Color & Clear Application

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What is a leather glaze?

Categories: Application Techniques & Tips, How to Apply Color or Clear Finish, Resources with Video

How to mimic the distressed or mottled look of leather or vinyl?

Categories: Application Techniques & Tips, How to Apply Color or Clear Finish, Resources with Video

Why is the finish drying streaky?

Categories: Troubleshoot Color & Clear Application

How to repair and protect hot tub covers from sun and winter?

Categories: How to Apply Color or Clear Finish, How To Repair Leather & Vinyl, Resources with Video, What Can I Use it On?

How to refinish panels of leather or vinyl that contact each other?

Categories: Application Techniques & Tips, How to Apply Color or Clear Finish

How to mask different-colored stitching, piping, embroidery or panels?

Categories: Application Techniques & Tips, How to Apply Color or Clear Finish

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How to avoid painting decorative tacks or nails on my leather furniture?

Categories: Application Techniques & Tips, How to Apply Color or Clear Finish

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How to recolor tufted upholstery?

Categories: Application Techniques & Tips, How to Apply Color or Clear Finish

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How long does it take Rub ‘n Restore® Colors to dry and cure?

Categories: Care & Maintenance After Restoration, Questions About Rub 'n Restore, Troubleshoot Color & Clear Application

Why is Rub ‘n Restore® Color developing hairline cracks in the finish?

Categories: Troubleshoot Color & Clear Application

The color or clear finish was foamy and dried with spots.

Categories: Troubleshoot Color & Clear Application

Does Rub ‘n Restore® work on plastic?

Categories: How to Apply Color or Clear Finish, Resources with Video, What Can I Use it On?

Will Rub ‘n Restore® colors get darker with additional coats?

Categories: How to Apply Color or Clear Finish, Questions About Rub 'n Restore

The leather color is not getting coverage after several layers.

Categories: Troubleshoot Color & Clear Application

How do I remove Rub ‘n Restore® from unwanted areas?

Categories: Questions About Rub 'n Restore, Troubleshoot Color & Clear Application

Clear Prep+Finish™ dried too shiny.

Categories: Troubleshoot Color & Clear Application

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Clear Prep+Finish™ dried with a milky haze.

Categories: Troubleshoot Color & Clear Application

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Rub 'n Restore's library of DIY leather and vinyl restoration articles, instructions and information.