Camel Vinyl & Leather Finish

5.00 out of 5

(31 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.

$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 Camel

Sand

Buckskin

Butterscotch

Cognac

Many repair projects also need these items:

Handmade Color Swatches

$0.50 ea

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Clear Prep+Finish™ Conditioning Sealer

$9 – $36

Size

Clear

Tool Options

Sandpaper Option

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31 reviews for Camel Vinyl & Leather Finish

Before. Two not matching pieces of furniture. Also both pieces are at least 20 years old, but I love them.
+3

Sara Dixon

5 out of 5

February 10, 2020

I cannot say enough about your product! It transformed a yellow couch into a beautiful camel colored couch that will now last for years. I liked it so much, I also did a chair to match and my living room looks brand new.

I wasn’t planning on doing the whole project in one sitting, but it was so easy it seemed silly not to finish it.

Thank you!

Chair as found; note the ugly head stain. The seat had a lot of dog scratching.
+2

Bernie Dupuis

5 out of 5

January 14, 2020

This is an amazing product! I found an old leather recliner at a dumpster and decided to refinish it just as an experiment. It’s a classy old recliner made with full grain leather; no vinyl, even in hidden areas. I bought the product and couldn’t believe how easy it is to work with. The results are incredible! The whole chair really looks new.

ami christianson

5 out of 5

October 18, 2019

Love it! Looks like a new couch! Several friends asked about the product....

Stephen Day

5 out of 5

May 27, 2019

After watching the video on how to restore a spa cover, I wanted to see if it really would work on my vinyl cover. I am very happy on how it really made it look new again.

Dan R

5 out of 5

May 7, 2019

Project finished! I fixed the holes and applied dye everywhere, except on the sides due to the two-tone texture of the original leather. Thank you so much for your help!

Fernando

5 out of 5

March 21, 2018

Overal, excellent. One caveat: the finishing is not perfect, looks and feels a fit sandy. Once you apply the clear coat, if feels much smoother but looks a bit plastiquy.

Paul, New Port Richey, FL

5 out of 5

March 3, 2017

Thank you so much for a great product, ladies. I am so impressed by what you offer. I like leather furniture. I really do. BUT, what I DON'T like is the havoc that careless kids, large dogs and a sweaty shirtless man (that being me) can wreak on said leather furniture. From peeling, staining to just plain being an eye sore. My couch and chair were DESTROYED by a combo of all of the above. So, what to do? Do you throw them away, even though the scale suits your living quarters pretty well and they've got good bones, or do you invest three or so hours to refinish it? I'm a DIY'er by heart, so with some spare time on my hands, I chose the latter...More
Thank you so much for a great product, ladies. I am so impressed by what you offer. I like leather furniture. I really do. BUT, what I DON'T like is the havoc that careless kids, large dogs and a sweaty shirtless man (that being me) can wreak on said leather furniture. From peeling, staining to just plain being an eye sore. My couch and chair were DESTROYED by a combo of all of the above. So, what to do? Do you throw them away, even though the scale suits your living quarters pretty well and they've got good bones, or do you invest three or so hours to refinish it? I'm a DIY'er by heart, so with some spare time on my hands, I chose the latter. What do you think? Good choice or time for new furniture? Total material cost was about $50. Thank you again for a great product.

Joan, Vermillion, SD

5 out of 5

May 5, 2016

I just finished my gross old couch using RubnRestore. It turned out FABULOUS!! Thank you for saving me a ton of money having to buy new furniture!! I painted my furniture Camel. It's an exact match! I love my new/old furniture!”

J. Push

5 out of 5

February 25, 2015

This goes on exactly like the video shows with no tricks or problems. Simply put it on with a damp sponge, so the only tools used were a pail of water, and a new sponge. It really is so easy anyone can do it. My recliner now looks like new again.

Joan

5 out of 5

January 29, 2015

I used camel to restore my gross old couch. It was an exact match and turned out FABULOUS!! Thank you for saving me a ton of money having to buy new furniture!! I love my new/old furniture!!

Deborah Castlemain, Texas

5 out of 5

January 14, 2015

I have 9 kids. (8 boys and 1 girl) We are really hard on all our leather furniture. I recolored all my furniture, even changing the color with camel. I really didn't think it would work. It looks amazing! and with the clear prep and finish, just like new! All my friends asked when I got the new furniture.
Touch ups are so easy as well. It takes only minutes to retouch. I will be a life long user of this!!!!