Marine White Leather & Vinyl Protectant
This off-white color is an excellent match to most boat upholstery. Use it to condition and protect both leather and vinyl from sun; conceal mold, pinking, stains and scuffs.
Our water-based finishes work on:
- absorbent aniline and semi-aniline leather,
- non-absorbent full-grain or top-grain leather,
- and vinyl upholstery.
Do not use on fabric, suede, nubuck, bonded or faux leather.
Our finishes won’t sun fade or backstain like leather dyes. They don't feel plasticky, flake or peel like spray paints.
Click here for SDS (Safety Data Sheets) and ingredient information.
Changing color requires poses more maintenance than simply restoring to original. 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;
- bonded, faux or polyurethane (PU) ‘leather’ which repel all finishes (including their own).
Thorough cleaning and stress testing the color are critical! Add 1/2 teaspoon cross-linker per every 2 oz color to improve adhesion and durability. Adding 1 part Satin Sealer to 4 parts color is also recommended to seal bright colors.
Use our Project Planner to assess your needs and get tailored instructions.
Order swatches to see how our colors compare. Or send a sample for free color testing and, if necessary, customization.
Colors and clear finishes get the same coverage per bottle. Usually 2-3 coats of color are needed where only one coat of clear finish is needed (so buy half as much of it).
A little goes a long way! These estimates can vary based upon quality and condition of material.
- 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
Use our Project Planner to calculate how much you need and get tailored instructions.
Butterscotch, Cherrywood, Brick, Wine, Red Chili, Plum, Midnight Blue, Storm Blue, and Lagoon need a clear topcoat.
- Satin Sealer can be used on both leather and vinyl and dries low luster, similar to the color.
- Clear Prep+Finish can only be used on leather and dries glossy.
Use the Project Planner to calculate what you need and get customized instructions.
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 2-5 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.
All products, except Custom Colors, may be returned within 60 days of purchase if unopened.
PLEASE NOTE:
- It may be cost prohibitive to return smaller sized products.
- If you request a return label, the cost will be deducted from any return or exchange.
Read our return policy here.
Wayne
So I applied several coats of the rub n restore (letting dry in between coats), which effectively covered the stains and brought the finish back to life. Note that after several coats, the finish felt a bit rough and chalky, so I "wet sanded" it a few times with a magic eraser, which brought back some of the smoothness. I then applied liberal amounts of 3M boat vinyl conditioner, which brought the smooth vinyl texture back almost completely. Not sure if they recommend using the conditioner, but it seemed to work for me.
Very happy with the results. Will also mention that the product arrived literally the next day after ordering. Sorry no 'before' pictures, but the cushion in the picture was previously inundated with mold spots.
Thanks to the rub n restore team for the consultation because their directions were spot on and the $15 I spent went to my order. Check out our before and afters I only redid the white.
Our other friend on the dock is going to be using this product to restore his vinyl seats on his boat.
The best part was it is so easy to use! It covers well. I used 3 coats with a roller and brush and then took a regular dish cello sponge with the big holes in it and gently went over the top with it slightly wet with the color to even out any uneven areas as it is very very thin.
I used marine white and 2 coats
I couldn’t believe how easy the application was and how fast it dried.
This product is magic & I highly recommend it.
Thanks for a great product that actually worked.
Thank you for creating such a wonderful product.
That is, don’t think about it. USE IT! USE IT! USE IT!
I did a ton of testing. I tested to spray paint for vinyl. All the players. Some worked well and others not so well.
I tested Rub N Restore and it worked great on my old worn boat seats. The help videos are great and gives you more than enough information to use the product correctly and effectively.
I called Rub N Restore for some advice and the Person on the phone was more than helpful. When I asked for her name she said “I’m Mom” I questioned “Mom?” She said. “I’m the older one in the picture on our website.” To call and speak with one of the owner developers should tell you something.
What a great product. I am so excited about it I couldn’t wait to finish my project and take pictures. When the job is done I will post some pictures.
Lastly. It was going to cost me $7000 to reupholster all my boat seats and panels on my boat. I am doing it for less that $150.
We are very happy with the results. All your help and advice was much appreciated.
Boat seats (12 years old) are now brand new looking. Amazing and easy to apply.way
My email question was answered the same day so I felt supported throughout the process.
Thank you!
It’s definitely scary seeing it go on! It’s like watery paint! But then the water dried and just the color is left. I did two couches and it took a little over an hour for each one. A large bottle (yes it needs lots of layers but not as much when covering lighter colors) it lasted for both couches but not the backside of the one against the wall so I’m getting another small bottle to finish.
Overall it’s amazing!! Texture after feels chalky at first when compared to the greasy old seats but already smoother after a day. Maybe it’s nice with the clear sealer but I way prefer a matte finish so I won’t be using the clear coat.
I’m trying to think of all the other couches I can do this to now!!
My Yacht seats had yellow stains in them and after utilizing your product they came out looking brand new with such little effort. Your service and product was more than I hope for as they look new. The seats are soft and look brand new. I've enclosed a couple of a pictures before and after.
I have sold a couple of my yacht club buddies on your product and have already placed orders.
You have one satisfied customer.
I applied this product myself and was shocked at how easy it was to use. The end result is that all my seats now look BRAND NEW !!!!!
Thank you for a great product !!!!!
Mark Maher
Hinckley Lake
New York
I am amazed. I wish I had taken pictures of the before. The upholstery did not have any rips. It was not flaking, just fading from the sun. So prior to wanting to use the boat for the year I used your Marine White product while the boat was still stored in the garage. It took me about an hour and then I let it sit for several days to cure as you suggest. It looks almost new. It was so easy to use. If I slipped and got the Marine White on the blue or gold accents, I just wiped it off with a wet cloth. Friends and neighbor are also impressed. I could not be happier. Thanks!
It is totally white again, and the feel is not that different from the original surface. We are amazed! I have a before and after photo - totally impressed and very happy!!!!