Bright White Vinyl & Leather Finish

4.80 out of 5

(35 customer reviews & photos)

Example of leather chair in Rub n Restore's pure Bright White color with triangular swatch in upper left corner as reference

Bright White is a pure, stark white. For an off-white, which is more common in boat upholstery, choose Marine White.

$19 – $79

Size

Clear

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Product Details

Use our water-based finishes to restore and condition:

absorbent aniline and semi-aniline leather,
non-absorbent full-grain or top-grain leather,
and vinyl upholstery.

Our finishes won’t sunfade or backstain like leather dyes. They don't feel plasticky, flake or peel like spray paints.

Do not use on fabric, suede, nubuck, bonded or faux leather.

Store in a temperate, dark place away from children.

Click here for SDS (Safety Data Sheets) and ingredient information.

See here before changing color!

Changing color is best suited to absorbent leather.

Thorough cleaning and testing color adhesion are critical! If the material repels water and will be heavily used, consider adding special order Satin Sealer to the color.

The following are not good candidates and will require touch-up:

changing from red / dark to white / pale;
worn, cracking, scaly or thinning leather;
furniture with lots of wrinkles, folds, deep creases (and therefore stress);
pieces that are heavily used or harshly cleaned (kids, dogs, chemicals);
car or boat upholstery (for these we suggest a heavier urethane coating);
bonded, faux or polyurethane (PU) ‘leather’ which repel all finishes (including their own).

Here's what wear looks like on non-absorbent leather or vinyl:

Our finishes wear naturally, resulting in a distressed look.

Deeper lines or creases receive more stress.

Picture of beige leather changed to Cognac and then scratched by dog claws — Dog claws can quickly scuff the color.

Easy rub-off indicates inadequate cleaning.

The color may flake if applied too thickly and allowed to pool in the grain.

This is easily corrected by thinning the color with alcohol and reapplying.

Learn more about changing color here.

Our products are water-based acrylic finishes (paints) that look and feel natural. Consider a heavier urethane or aerosol for color changing boat or auto upholstery.

How do I match a color?

You can order handmade swatches of leather or vinyl refinished with our colors to see how they compare.

Or send us a sample. For a $120 fee, we will formulate a unique color and keep it on file. 8 oz. is the order minimum and a separate cost. There's a re-mix fee if you ever need more.

Samples should be at least 2" x 3" in size and can be:

Original leather or vinyl (found underneath cushions or pull some staples and trim from the frame);
Cushion case (please indicate which area you want matched with a piece of painters tape);
Headrest, fuse panel cover, or component from a vehicle;
Paint chip from a hardware store (beware, the paint chip may not actually match the material).

Please print out and include the Color Request Form and mail to:

Rub 'n Restore, Inc.
PO Box 1149 (US mail only)
39585 Lund Rd (UPS / FedEx / DHL only)
Paonia, CO 81428 USA

How do I clean?

Do I need Clear Prep & Finish™?

Buy it if you:

have absorbent leather or dry, sun-rotted vinyl;
want to dilute color to create a marbled, distressed, or burnished appearance;
or want a shiny finish.

Answer these three questions to determine what clear finish, if any, is needed.

Do unworn areas absorb water?

Yes

Are you applying a primary or secondary color (red, orange, yellow, green, blue, purple)?

Yes

What kind of luster do you want?

Matte

Satin

Semi-Gloss

Shiny

Mix 1 to 2 parts Clear Prep+Finish™ + 1 part color for the first coat. Use one coat of Satin Sealer for a final topcoat.
Learn more about Satin Sealer here.

Use equal parts color and Clear Prep+Finish™ from start to finish. If it dries too shiny, reduce the amount of clear in the mix for your final coat. Conversely, if more shine is desired, add more clear to the mix or use alone as a topcoat.

Use equal parts color and Clear Prep+Finish™ from start to finish. If more shine is desired, add more clear to the mix or use alone as a topcoat.

Mix 1 to 2 parts Clear Prep+Finish™ + 1 part color for the first coat. Increase the ratio of color to clear for subsequent coats (approximately 4 to 1) for a satin finish.

Mix 1 to 2 parts Clear Prep+Finish™ + 1 part color for the first coat. Use color alone for subsequent coats. It will dry matte and does not need an additional sealer.

Mix 1 to 2 parts Clear Prep+Finish™ + 1 part color for the first coat. Reduce the ratio to equal parts for subsequent coats to get better coverage. If more shine is needed, use clear alone for a final topcoat.

Mix 1 to 2 parts Clear Prep+Finish™ + 1 part color for the first coat. Reduce the ratio to equal parts for subsequent coats for a semi-gloss finish.

Use Satin Sealer for a final topcoat.
Learn more about Satin Sealer here.

Apply a thin coat of Clear Prep+Finish™ and disperse quickly so it does not dry too shiny. You can also try equal parts color and clear.

Apply Clear Prep+Finish™ as a final topcoat.

The color will dry matte and does not need an additional sealer.

Mix 4 parts color with 1 part Clear Prep+Finish™ and use from start to finish (or alone as a final topcoat).

Mix equal parts color with 1 part Clear Prep+Finish™ and use as a final topcoat.

Use Clear Prep+Finish™ as a final topcoat.

Shipping Info

Orders received before 10 am MST on weekdays (excluding US holidays) are usually shipped same-day.

Most domestic orders are shipped via Priority Mail unless otherwise requested and typically arrive in 2-4 business days. Packages over 5 lbs. as well as all Canadian and international orders are shipped via UPS.

We are not responsible for delays and cannot refund shipping costs except for UPS Next Day Air.

You will receive an automated email with tracking number. Please secure your package in a timely fashion to avoid freezing during winter months.

Canadian and international Customers, use coupon code internationalCLUB (case and space sensitive) to discount the freight and duties on 8 or 16 oz. bottles of color. Rub 'n Restore, Inc. is not responsible for duties, tariffs or other expenses incurred.

Click here for more shipping information.

Returns & Exchanges

Colors Similar to Bright White

Example of leather chair in Rub n Restore's Marine off-white color with triangular swatch in upper left corner as reference

Marine White

Ivory

Beige

Example of leather chair in Rub n Restore's pale Ash grey color with triangular swatch in upper left corner as reference

Ash

Many repair projects also need these items:

Handmade Color Swatches

$0.50 ea

Picture of Rub n Restore leather paint swatches arranged in circular wreath

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Clear Prep+Finish™ Conditioning Sealer

$9 – $36

Size

Clear

Tool Options

Sandpaper Option

Clear

Leave a Review

35 reviews for Bright White Vinyl & Leather Finish

Raul in Houston

5 out of 5

June 3, 2019

Best money I have spent on restoring my car.
The result is amazing.

Michael Pebley

5 out of 5

April 30, 2019

Product exceeded expectations. Was easy to apply and looks fantastic. Would order again!

Anonymous

5 out of 5

April 4, 2019

We've already gone through one bottle of this and we're on our second. It makes chairs look like new!

Lisa

5 out of 5

September 12, 2018

This is a salvaged leather chair we purchased for $50 and it was already like this. I wanted to dye it white and called the company. They discouraged such an ambitious project, but coached me through the process. It took 2 days but I finally finished it. I had to use some clear finish where the white didn't want to take in some spots and I lost track of how many coats after about 14, LOL. I still have 1/4 a bottle left possibly a little more. My daughter loves it, and overall I am thrilled with her new chair. Thanks for all the tips. They helped tremendously.

Pete, Chester, PA

5 out of 5

February 1, 2018

We went from purple to white! Looks great! The picture shows only 2 coats, using 1 full bottle. I am a salesperson by trade, and this stuff sells itself! Thanks!

Anonymous

5 out of 5

October 15, 2017

if you follow the instructions it works great, it might take longer than spray paint, but spray paint is aweful and doesn't work the same, I used this product on boat vinyl and it looks factory, you cannot tell there is a coat on it, I am very pleased and would not used anything else

Anonymous

4 out of 5

October 10, 2017

Fun product to use. It turned my couch white from beige but it leaves the leather dry even after using the primer twice. It also does not perfectly covers the rinkles: the product accumulates in the rinkles and then peels off or cracks. I would recommend sending a sample of your leather to ask advice first, which I did not do.

Loren, Auckland, New Zealand

5 out of 5

September 28, 2017

Here is the before and after for the colour change, we are thrilled! The couch looks like new and covered where it had worn badly and discoloured on the edges. The couch clashed badly with the walls and curtains, now it looks brand new and now goes with the rest of the house. An amazing easy to use product! Thought you might like to see before and after photos, excuse the floors we are undergoing renovations. I also touched up a pair of white leather shoes which had discoloured, this product has so many uses!

Lora Ramsey

5 out of 5

April 7, 2017

I'm so pleased with my results. I turned a very dark brown leather sofa sectional into a very bright white piece. Stunning! I used 3 coats of Ivory, 1 coat of clear & then 3 coats of bright white then 1 last clear coat...Its gorgeous!

Shauna, Burien, WA

5 out of 5

February 9, 2017

LOVE your product! I am a super skeptic about everything, so I ordered hoping for the best, but expecting to be disappointed. I was instead thrilled with the results, and I am telling everyone about it!

Anonymous

4 out of 5

September 14, 2016

Helped make our boat seats ("sunburnt" boat seats) look white again without having to re-upholster!

T Mah

4 out of 5

April 12, 2016

I bought this product and used it on my white couches last summer. It rejuvenated my couches and made them look new again. My wife was sceptical but when it was done it met her approval. A year later I am doing it again. It did wear a bit, but I have no problems using the product again.

Terris from Edmonton

5 out of 5

October 20, 2015

I found this product while surfing the net. My wife wanted me to buy new couches, because after years of wear and tear our couches had had it. Well I just saved a couple grand. I tried rub m restore and brought our couches back from the dead. It blew my mind to see the product at work.

Adrienne Kraft

5 out of 5

August 3, 2015

Originally, I intended to use the white to dye a couple of chairs. as the process of coloring other leather items, in the same room evolved, I decided to mix my own color to compliment the other items. It worked beautifully.
The ease in applying and the beauty of the results makes the Rub n Restore Products a terrific choice.

Lisa S.

5 out of 5

September 7, 2014

We bought a salvaged leather chair for $50 and it had discolored spots all over the arms. My daughter wanted it for her room if we could change it to white. It took 2 days but I finally finished it. I had to use some clear finish where the white didn't want to take in some spots and I lost track of how many coats after about 14. lol I still have 1/4 a bottle left possibly a little more. My daughter loves it and over all I am thrilled with her new chair. The tech support and customer service helped tremendously and ensured that my project was a success on what I am told is the hardest color change to do.

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