Camel Vinyl & Leather Finish

4.95 out of 5

(37 customer reviews & photos)

Picture of leather chair showing Rub n Restore light Camel tan color and triangular swatch in upper left corner for reference

Camel is a light tan. It is darker than Beige or Sand and more neutral than Buckskin.

Get a Swatch of Camel

$22 – $89

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.

If the material repels water and will be heavily used, consider adding 1 part special order Satin Sealer to 4 parts color to improve durability. Thorough cleaning and stress testing the color are critical!

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.

How do I match a color?

How do I clean?

Do I need a sealer?

Answer these three questions to determine what clear finish, if any, is needed for leather:

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

Return & Exchange Policy

We do not accept returns on opened items or Custom Colors. All other products, if unopened, may be returned within 60 days of purchase.

PLEASE NOTE, it may be cost prohibitive to return the following:

a 2 oz. color,
a 2 oz. or 4 oz. clear,
a 1 oz. filler,
or cleaner.

If you request a return label, the cost will be deducted from any return or exchange. Read our complete return policy here.

Colors Similar to Camel

Sand

Buckskin

Butterscotch

Cognac

Many repair projects also need these items:

Handmade Color Swatches

$1 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

37 reviews for Camel Vinyl & Leather Finish

Alaina

3 out of 5

June 16, 2025

Color Off

The product worked as expected but the color was different than expected from the photos. I would strongly recommend purchasing swatches prior to starting your project. I now have a full bottle of stain and I’m debating if trying another color is worth the extra money.

Before—top of chair is significantly faded
+1

Doug

5 out of 5

May 21, 2025

Leather finish —camel

First time working with restoring leather. Directions/instructions were great. Product was excellent and did what it said it would do. Color easily covered the leather with 2 coats. Excellent company and product.

Ms Melissa D Barnette

5 out of 5

February 24, 2025

Camel dye

Color name is definitely accurate. But is lighter than the picture on web. Amazingly easy to put on!! And covered my chair in two coats. I couldn’t believe how simple it was, how fast it dries, and flawless it looked when done

+3

June

5 out of 5

February 14, 2025

Thanks for your excellent service and quality product.

Just letting you know how happy I am with my leather bench after using Rub'n Restore on it. Once I got the correct color figured out from your leather samples, and your advice, the actual application process was very quick and easy. I applied two coats of sealer and leather finish. Our worn, but loved, grey green leather bench looks fresh now and the rich camel color is exactly what I was trying to get to. What a great project.

MEGAN Resor

5 out of 5

November 29, 2024

Better than expected.

Sandy

5 out of 5

October 22, 2024

Wonderful results

This product worked so well! Absolutely delighted with the results.

Donna Vessels

5 out of 5

July 17, 2023

just what I was hoping for!

It did the small touch up job I had to do and was almost an exact match…I know color is a little off but don’t think anyone else will notice. It ships quickly, easy to apply, smoothes out evenly and dries quickly. So happy to have found your website.

Dean Kohlmetz

5 out of 5

May 3, 2023

Good Color Match

P Kapavik

5 out of 5

February 17, 2023

Amazing

I had serious doubts as to how I was going to fix a mysterious and sudden spot that showed up on my leather couch. With the help of the experts at Rub N' Restore - my couch is fixed! I can't believe my eyes. See for yourself in my before and after photos :D Very happy customer!

after
+3

Jamie DeB

5 out of 5

July 25, 2022

This stuff is incredible.

I brought new life to a fifty year old Eames chair that being thrown out in the trash.

Emmons Patzer

5 out of 5

May 26, 2022

Holly Smokes, this works!

I have a Lazyboy sofa with recliners on both ends. It is ten years old and works great. But it started to look worn a handful of years ago so I went and got a case of custom-made spray finish from my local automotive paint shop to get it looking good. That worked but smelled when doing it and it kept wearing off so I would do it again. Fast forward like three years and this case was almost gone. But before I went down to get another I looked on like and found rubnrestore.com (actually I found some Canadian place first but it was way more expensive). So I order this stuff and applied it. First I freaked out because it didn't look like ...More
I have a Lazyboy sofa with recliners on both ends. It is ten years old and works great. But it started to look worn a handful of years ago so I went and got a case of custom-made spray finish from my local automotive paint shop to get it looking good. That worked but smelled when doing it and it kept wearing off so I would do it again. Fast forward like three years and this case was almost gone. But before I went down to get another I looked on like and found rubnrestore.com (actually I found some Canadian place first but it was way more expensive). So I order this stuff and applied it. First I freaked out because it didn't look like it was going to match when it was wet but dried really quickly to a perfect color match. I also had a small dog toenail punch hole I filled with their filler product ; did the clear cleaner/sealer, and then the color. And I did the color like three times to get it perfect. Then I did the sealer again. Wow! this not only worked but it also wears really well. Man, I wish I would have done this before trying that other goofy auto paint store match approach (BTW: I took that off with acetone before starting the work with rubnrestore).

Autumn Lindberg

5 out of 5

April 19, 2022

Such a great product

This is the 7th leather couch I have restored using this product and it always produces a professional result!

After
+1

Carla

5 out of 5

March 19, 2022

This product is amazing. It’s easy to use and was exactly as described. We are so happy with the results!

joe godin

5 out of 5

August 11, 2021

Great product
Brought back an old favorite!

Linda Barker

5 out of 5

July 25, 2021

Amazing Product

I used this to change the color of the vinyl in my motorhome. It was rose pink and I used camel color to be in the same color family as the tan dashboard and door panels…Saved me well over $1000. Was easy to apply and will be posting it on my RV Reno Facebook site….

Jean

5 out of 5

July 18, 2021

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Theresa Weldon

5 out of 5

May 4, 2021

Repaired Boat Vinyl

Excellent results, so glad I tried this first before spending hundreds on reupholstering! I've spread the word around our boaters circle!

After
+3

Denita Baker

5 out of 5

April 16, 2021

Love this product

I am not that in love with the color but I know I can change it. The product is easy and it worked beautifully. I love the new life this have my couches.

Couch after
+6

Pete

5 out of 5

January 3, 2021

It's like I have a new furniture set!

Your product was awesome and your support I received right from the beginning was invaluable! Our 14 y/o couch and love seat look almost brand new. The filler was easy to use and saved the worn out seats/arm cushions. A colour change from butter cream to camel went well and the clear finish gave it a nice glossy finish!

+9

jana burson

5 out of 5

October 18, 2020

Amazing product matching the customer service. If I could give it a ten star I sure would

I can't say enough about this product and the customer service. It turned my new (used) pontoon boat from a faded pink sunburned embarrassment to a gorgeous boat that we can be proud of!