Cherrywood Vinyl & Leather Finish

4.79 out of 5

Picture of leather chair showing Rub n Restore burgundy Cherrywood color and triangular swatch in upper left corner for reference

Cherrywood is a rich oxblood or Cordovan leather color. Clear Prep+Finish™ or special order Satin Sealer is recommended.

$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.

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66 reviews for Cherrywood Vinyl & Leather Finish

MaryAnn

5 out of 5

November 5, 2015

I was very happy with the Walnut, Cherrywood, and Clear Prep Finish, and I will be telling everyone about this product. Thank you so much…my dingy couch looks brand new but the dogs aren’t too happy as I won’t let them back on it … LOL! I am going to do the love seat next and I may need more so I will be in touch…thanks again…great product!

Margret

5 out of 5

July 29, 2015

We were going to buy a new couch and decided to try this product before we did...we had nothing to lose. Well forget buying a new couch! It looks so good with just one coat and matched the color almost perfectly! Thanks so much to CC for her help too! So informative and helpful!

Machel, Hampton, Ga.

5 out of 5

July 14, 2015

I received the product last week and used it on my leather sofa I was cringing on having to replace. I used it as instructed and the sofa looks absolutely amazing. Now I can keep my sofa and enjoy it a few more years. Thanks so much for making the product available and saving me a lot of money!

Kathleen Boyce

5 out of 5

June 19, 2015

I had an aniline leather loveseat that had seen better days. It was stained, had a few cat scratches and was also the wrong color for my current decor. I found Rub 'n Restore while researching my options. I thought I couldn't go too far wrong so, after asking for and receiving samples (twice), I ordered the Cherrywood and Clear Prep+Finish. I had watched all the videos, so I proceeded to fix the cat scratches, then I made a glaze by mixing the two products to achieve a mottled finish. I could hardly believe how easy it was to get absolutely professional results! The loveseat is now proudly used in our home and I am on the lookout for other hi...More
I had an aniline leather loveseat that had seen better days. It was stained, had a few cat scratches and was also the wrong color for my current decor. I found Rub 'n Restore while researching my options. I thought I couldn't go too far wrong so, after asking for and receiving samples (twice), I ordered the Cherrywood and Clear Prep+Finish. I had watched all the videos, so I proceeded to fix the cat scratches, then I made a glaze by mixing the two products to achieve a mottled finish. I could hardly believe how easy it was to get absolutely professional results! The loveseat is now proudly used in our home and I am on the lookout for other high-end leather goods to Rub 'n Restore! Thank you so much for your excellent customer service and such wonderful products.

Guy, Shirley British Columbia, Canada

5 out of 5

April 27, 2015

This company and it’s product deserve the highest possible rating for customer satisfaction. The customer service is excellent. The product is so easy to use that you simply cannot make a mistake. The finished result is absolutely first class and would be be proudly and prominently displayed in any home or business. Trust Rub ’n Restore to revive and refinish your leather furniture beyond your expectations and do not bother to shop any where else. I sent a sample to the company for a custom color. My furniture was so badly faded that even a custom color matched to the original would have required dyeing the whole chair. They analyzed the s...More
This company and it’s product deserve the highest possible rating for customer satisfaction. The customer service is excellent. The product is so easy to use that you simply cannot make a mistake. The finished result is absolutely first class and would be be proudly and prominently displayed in any home or business. Trust Rub ’n Restore to revive and refinish your leather furniture beyond your expectations and do not bother to shop any where else.

I sent a sample to the company for a custom color. My furniture was so badly faded that even a custom color matched to the original would have required dyeing the whole chair. They analyzed the sample and recommended a mixture of Rust and Cherrywood and include a free empty bottle for easy mixing.

pam milles

5 out of 5

January 12, 2015

I went from light gray to cherrywood on 2 theater chairs with ottomans. The coverage was wonderful. The product was so easy to apply. I watched many you tube videos before using the product. It helped in making the prep and application seamless!! I have a leather couch that could use some tlc and have plenty of stain left over. Can't wait to do it again.

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