Real leather does not peel or flake. While it may just be a damaged finish or after-market paint (click here for an example), more often, … Read more
We generally don’t recommend restoring faux leather furniture with polyurethane finishes, because many peel or flake. However, some wear more naturally, exposing a fuzzy microfiber, … Read more
When it comes to leather scratch repair, let your fingers be the judge. If you can feel the damage caused by your dog or cat, … Read more
A flexible filler is needed to repair leather and vinyl upholstery that has: cuts, holes, and tears (see video below) or click here for holes … Read more
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CC, the original Vinyl Lady (and mom), got her start in 1987 repairing leather in auto interiors for dealerships in Southern California. Her skill and attention to detail set her apart from her competitors, and she was sought by upholstery and fabrication shops that specialized in collectible cars and hot rods.Early on she developed the Sandpaper-Super-Glue […]
Most holes in vinyl or leather upholstery can be fixed with a subpatch and leather filler. However, when the hole is larger than 2 inches … Read more
Repairing cat scratches on vinyl or faux leather is painstaking work, and perfection is nearly impossible (unlike similar damage to real leather). The results are … Read more
Scratched, scuffed leather or dry, porous vinyl are often corrected with little more than a new finish and gentle sanding. Click here for instructions. Deeper … Read more
Like leather, vinyl cracks as it ages and desiccates (dries out). Unlike leather, however, the cracks often create sharp edges that curl upward and stand … Read more
Welting or piping, the cord trim on upholstery, can be a tricky repair due to the curves involved. The key is to avoid getting any … Read more
Perforated leather or vinyl upholstery is a tricky repair. If the perforations no longer align, the result is likely to be imperfect. Each hole needs … Read more
Ask yourself, has the thread and stitching come undone? Or has the leather, vinyl or fabric torn along the seam, and the stitching remains intact? … Read more
Peeling or flaking is usually a sign of a delaminating bicast, bonded or faux leather and may be cost prohibitive to repair. Sometimes, however, peeling … Read more
A cracked dashboard indicates a structural issue beyond the abilities of a standard leather or vinyl filler. Most dashes are made of either rigid plastic … Read more
Vintage amps, speakers and guitar cases made of Tolex, Rexine or vinyl cloth can be beautifully repaired with super glue, baking soda, and some of … Read more
Professional artisans often use spray grains to blend the texture and appearance of a vinyl or leather repair. Most DIYers get good results embossing the … Read more