Leather Cat Scratch Repair

Repairing cat scratches in real leather is a snap. This video demonstrates.

  • 0:33 – Tack down flaps with super glue
  • 1:55 – Sand with 320 grit wet-or-dry sandpaper
  • 2:04 – More super glue
  • 2:17 – More sanding
  • 2:35 – Color, dry, and reassess
  • 3:12 – More glue, feathering and texturizing
  • 3:52 – Polish with 500 grit wet-or-dry sandpaper
  • 4:40 – More color
  • 5:04 – Stipple the color to hide streaks
  • 5:24 – Before and after comparison

Click here for written instructions.

Artificial leather (vinyl, bonded, faux leather) or more severe ‘scratching post’ damage is not so simple. Learn more here.

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