Rub ‘n Restore® colors are water-based leather paints and will wear just as the original leather and vinyl did. Touch-up is rarely needed when matching the original color, but changing color may require some maintenance.
Simply reapply. You do not need to strip the color and go through the whole process again. Just ensure the area is free of oil and dirt, dab on more color, any clear finish, if needed, and allow to dry.
This video shows what wear and discoloration looks like, and how easy it is to touch-up:
- 0:13 – Example of original white showing through walnut brown leather paint
- 0:28 – Touch-up
- 0:51 – Drying
The more complicated the initial restoration (multiple colors, for example), the more complicated your touch-up may be.
I refinished two sofas for a friend, they were red and I applied the chilli red color , but the color is coming out and when you worn white clothes (she does a lot) you finished with pink pants ( the came out when the clothes are washed), I’m cleaning them with the pink cleaner, touching up ( after read a little more I decided to add a little satin sealer to the dye) and applying the satin sealer, my question are:
is this the right thing to do? if it is, What can I do to prevent the dye coming out again? thanks
Sorry to hear of the troubles. Glad you cleaned it from the garments. Bright primary colors, particularly reds, are the worst offenders for color transference (‘crocking’). I wouldn’t use the pink cleaner over the color unless diluted with mostly water (as it’s designed as a pre-restoration degreaser). First, I’d buff the couch with a dry rag to remove unstable pigment. Then coat with Satin Sealer. Test it first in an inconspicuous area. If it dries hazy (see what I mean here), add a drizzle of Red Chili to it. When complete, dry buff again.
Thank you, I will follow all your recommendations
Hi. Very pleased with painting my favorite brown leather recliner. Three light coats of Paint definitely covered worn spots. Used 1 coat of clear conditioner/sealer. It added some sheen. Should I apply a second or third?
Thanks, Doug! Less is always more. If the sheen is good, leave it.