Clear Prep+Finish for Leather

4.88 out of 5

Picture of bottle of Rub n Restore Clear Prep+Finish conditioning sealer

This water-based clear finish for leather restores luster and adds stain resistance without compromising breathability and feel. Use it:

as a primer for absorbent leather,
as a protective topcoat,
to seal bright colors or
to dilute any Rub ‘n Restore® color.

It dries satin on absorbent leathers and more glossy on finished leathers. Do not use alone as a topcoat on vinyl or boat upholstery.

Price range: $9 through $36

Size

Clear

Product Details

Mix Clear Prep+Finish™ with any color to make a more transparent glaze and use for:

priming absorbent aniline or top-grain leather;
printing, marbling or burnishing to create a distressed or antiqued appearance;
or for a satin or semi-gloss finish.

Use alone for a glossy finish (leather only). Do not use if you desire a matte finish.

NOTE: Mixing Clear Prep+Finish™ into colors that contain a lot of yellow, red, blue or green pigment (Buckskin, Butterscotch, Camel, Cognac, Mustard, Chocolate, Brick, Rust, Cherrywood, Red Chili, Wine, Plum, Midnight Blue, Storm Blue, Lagoon, Sea Foam and Pine) may result in a more vivid hue than simply using Clear Prep+Finish™ alone as a topcoat.

Do not use as a topcoat on vinyl or on any fabric, suede, nubuck, bonded or faux leather. Store at room temperature. Click here for SDS (Safety Data Sheet).

How much do I need?

2 oz. covers ~ 15 – 20 square feet
4 oz. covers ~ 30 – 40 square feet
8 oz. covers ~ 60 – 80 square feet
16 oz. covers ~ 120 – 160 square feet

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 processed same-day.

Domestic orders are shipped via UPS or USPS ground unless otherwise requested and typically arrive in 2-6 business days.

All Canadian and international orders are shipped via UPS and typically arrive in 3-5 business days. Use coupon code internationalCLUB (case and space sensitive) to discount 8 oz. or 16 oz. bottles of color. We are not responsible for duties, tariffs or other expenses incurred.

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.

All orders are insured with Damage & Delivery Protection. Learn more here.

Returns & Exchanges

Examples of Clear Prep+Finish:

Picture of blue leather with right side coated with Clear Prep+Finish by Rub n Restore

Picture of green vinyl with right half coated with Rub n Restore Clear Prep+Finish

Picture of tan leather with right half coated in Rub n Restore Clear Prep Finish

Picture of black vinyl with half of right side coated in Clear Prep Finish by Rub n Restore

Tool Options

Sandpaper Option

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183 reviews for Clear Prep+Finish for Leather

Jessica A.

5 out of 5

April 26, 2014

I just wanted to send you a couple of pictures of the before & after on a couch I recently refurbished using your products. I purchased a small white leather couch for my office from Craigslist, it was FILTHY to say the least (listed for $50, but when the gentleman selling it saw how hard I would have to work to get it clean, the price went down to $25!) but I bought it anyway because it had good bones and I knew I could do something with it. I won't repeat the snickering comments from my co-workers when I brought the couch into my workplace, but let's just say that it looked even WORSE in our flourescent lighting, and my office is a plac...More
I just wanted to send you a couple of pictures of the before & after on a couch I recently refurbished using your products. I purchased a small white leather couch for my office from Craigslist, it was FILTHY to say the least (listed for $50, but when the gentleman selling it saw how hard I would have to work to get it clean, the price went down to $25!) but I bought it anyway because it had good bones and I knew I could do something with it.

I won't repeat the snickering comments from my co-workers when I brought the couch into my workplace, but let's just say that it looked even WORSE in our flourescent lighting, and my office is a place of no-holds-barred teasing when warranted...and they let loose on me (and my poor little couch) with a vengence!

I had some idea that I could stain it if it wouldn't come clean (which, of course it wouldn't, even after serious scrubbing) but wasn't sure what to use. A search on the internet brought me to your youtube video, and thence to your website where with hope in my heart I purchased the Espresso color and the Clear Prep - Finish.

Application was a breeze, goof-proof to say the least! We have two dogs in our office and even without the topcoat they barely made a scratch in the color after 6 coats (and when they did I just touched it up). It is a beautiful couch now and I can't tell you how pleased I am that it has been "Rubbed and Restored".

A picture is worth a thousand words, you can see the results with & without the top coat. It is FABULOUS! Everyone in my office is eating their words and asking about your product. They are all just AMAZED at the transformation and I will be singing your praises for all time!

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

Daphne

5 out of 5

March 18, 2014

I admit, I was a bit skeptical when we purchased the Rub n Restore system, but with the results we've had I would recommend this to anyone looking to restore/dye leather furniture. 5 Stars!!!

David

5 out of 5

March 13, 2014

I just restored my vinyl top on my 90 Coupe Devile. This product will seal the surface so you will use less product to cover the project. The vinyl was in sad shape it tore through 2 sponges to apply the primer because the surface was so rough. Use a real sponge and wet it as directed and blot the primer on so you can spread it evenly. I used this as a primer coat and a finish coat to seal it. An 8 oz. bottle along with an 8 oz. bottle of color will do the job. The people are great and very helpful.
Buy thier product's they work!!!!

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Examples of Clear Prep+Finish:

Many repair projects also need these items:

Handmade Color Swatches

Leather & Vinyl Colors

Cleaner Degreaser for Vinyl

Air-Dry Leather & Vinyl Repair Filler

Vinyl Repair & Leather Fix KIT

183 reviews for Clear Prep+Finish for Leather

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