Less is more when it comes to cleaning after using Rub 'n Restore® products. Alcohol, other cleaners, and leather wipes may damage your new finish and necessitate touch-up. Start simply just with water. If you must use a cleaner, follow the original cleaning instructions, but dilute it.
- For leather, start with water, and step up to 70% rubbing alcohol if needed.
- For vinyl, start with water. If using Flite® or other cleaner, dilute with water.
Always apply the cleaner to a soft rag, rather than directly on the surface, and use only where needed.
I have an an a-line dyed sofa . Can I use this product on it?
Yes. Aniline is a confusing term, however. It refers to the dye but can also refer to leathers with little or no clear finish. See here about types of leathers and also the difference between dyes and finishes. If you want help with a project, please submit photos and information through our consult-a-pro service.
After color the leather, can I use WAX?
No. See here about conditioning.
I recently finished a chair. The color comes off when I whip it with a wet cloth.
Did I do something wrong? Is there a way to seal the color so it does not come off on wet clothes, clothes, etc?
Hi Michael, please clarify. Is the color completely coming off the chair? Or is there some color transference to a rag or paper towel.
The latter can be observed even with latex paint on your walls and isn’t really a concern, as you don’t want to be sitting on leather furniture in wet clothing (and dark brown boat vinyl is exceedingly rare). Buffing the surface with a dry rag to remove any unstable pigment and more cure time may correct it. Applying a clear finish (whether a glaze or special order Satin Sealer)
The former would indicate inadequate cleaning or a waxed finish that is repelling the color. We can be of more help if you email photos with more information about the problem and what you used to clean to info@rubnrestore.com.
Is this product water proof? If not, is there a way to protect the finish from spills and stains?
Once cured, it is waterproof and resists most stains and spills. Less is more in cleaning, and some chemicals will degrade the finish, requiring touch-up which is easy. Here is everything you need to know about care and maintenance.
I had fantastic results staining my sofa. Do I need a protective coat over the stain?
We do recommend our Clear Prep+Finish™ or white-labeled satin sealer on reds. Most other colors are fine. Here’s info about care and maintenance.