Customer Reviews & Photos of Rub 'n Restore®

Picture of customer's faded aniline leather couch before
Picture of real customer's aniline leather couch after refinishing with Cognac Rub n Restore

Customer reviews

4.85
4.85030255196 out of 5
Based on 3801 reviews
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Picture of Italian leather handbag restored with Sea Foam Rub 'n Restore leather paint
Picture of Italian leather handbag restored with Rub 'n Restore Sea Foam leather dye
Picture of Italian leather purse with oil stain
Picture of Italian leather bag before restoration
Picture of Italian leather handbag restored with Sea Foam Rub 'n Restore leather paint
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Suzanne
5 out of 5
May 18, 2026
I LOVE THE SEAFOAM
I was asked by my doctor if I can restore handbags - specifically, her precious handbag she purchased while on a vacation of a lifetime in Italy, a bag that she had accidentally stained with sunscreen. I told her it would be very difficult to impossible to remove the oil based stain, but that I could try, but also told her that I could re-dye it.

I used the Seafoam RubnRestore and it came out beautifully!!

I love all the RubnRestore products - they all work excellently! Highly recommend!
Yolanda
5 out of 5
May 18, 2026
Our sofas came out really really nice. We had to buy two bottles instead of one, but it did the job very nice. I recommend this paint to anybody for their leather couches. Thank you so much.
Gary greenbaum
5 out of 5
May 17, 2026
perfect match
Beige Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Beige Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Before - sun dsmage
Beige Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
+1
Mike Alfultis
5 out of 5
May 15, 2026
Restore Sun Damaged Vinyl
Rub N Restore’s colored vinyl conditioner and finish did an amazing job repairing the sun damaged vinyl on my boat! Three coats and the vinyl looks like new! The beige color was an excellent match to the existing vinyl.
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Arm section (A) before and after compare
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
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Dan Z.
5 out of 5
May 15, 2026
Worked Great
My leather chair had some a few small partial splits in the leather, and minor cracking of the finish in the seat area. I got a consultation, and Lesandre recommended the cat scratch kit for the one section. The wine sample looked very close to the chair color for the finish, but I also ordered a smaller bottle of the cherrywood just in case. I also ordered the cat scratch kit, along with the clear prep and finish. The cat scratch kit worked great - I can't tell it was even there now. I was worried it might be noticeable as a harder portion of the leather, since it was in the arm rest area, but I don't feel any difference at all. T...More
My leather chair had some a few small partial splits in the leather, and minor cracking of the finish in the seat area. I got a consultation, and Lesandre recommended the cat scratch kit for the one section. The wine sample looked very close to the chair color for the finish, but I also ordered a smaller bottle of the cherrywood just in case.
I also ordered the cat scratch kit, along with the clear prep and finish.
The cat scratch kit worked great - I can't tell it was even there now. I was worried it might be noticeable as a harder portion of the leather, since it was in the arm rest area, but I don't feel any difference at all.
The wine finish went on easily, and blended in perfectly. The clear finish also went on easily, and matched the existing finish. I was very pleased with the results. I would definitely recommend the products!
Some photos of before and after are attached.
1994 Sanpan pontoon boat vinyl after Ash Rub 'n Restore
1994 Sanpan pontoon boat vinyl browned by UV
1994 Sanpan pontoon boat vinyl after Ash Rub 'n Restore
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Mark S
5 out of 5
May 14, 2026
32 years old and almost new
As you can see, the vinyl sun pad for the back of my 1994 Sanpan pontoon boat needed some work. It now looks almost new after using Rub ‘n Restore. If you follow the steps provided by the staff at Rub ‘n Restore, you will be amazed at the transformation from old to new. Enjoy.
Vicki Chilicki
5 out of 5
May 11, 2026
An excellent cleaner and easy to use.
Patti Labun
5 out of 5
April 22, 2026
Yellowed leather Bedframe
I bought an expensive leather bed on facebook and I honestly did not realize how yellowed it was until I got home. I discovered this product doing my research. I was amazed how well it worked. It did take seven coats but I was doing bright white and the video did say white is the most translucent. I was very careful and used a foam brush and did very thin coats and checked for any drips before drying.
Cherrywood Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Cherrywood Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Cherrywood Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
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ginger
5 out of 5
April 16, 2026
wowza
I got a chair from the local Buy Nothing. Totally transformed! My friends are all so impressed, as am I
Tommy turdo
1 out of 5
April 12, 2026
Very brown
came out brown and was mosit
Reply from Lesandre Barley:
The filler goes on white and dries more clear, effectively acting like a clear coat which can make the underlying surface look darker. Color is always needed to conceal a repair. If you believe you received a defective, please email us photos and more info at info@rubnrestore.com.
Maudie Wood
5 out of 5
April 6, 2026
Repair faded recliner and couch arms.
This stuff lived up to its advertisement! Perfectly matched and like new. Same color and sheen! I’m amazed. I won’t have to purchase new furniture now.
Chocolate Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Chocolate Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Chocolate Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Scratch repairs
Chocolate Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
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Upnorth
5 out of 5
April 6, 2026
Project results and insights
Treated 3 couches, two pillows, and 4 chairs/recliners. Offer the following advice. Lighter colors are harder to blend than darker. I would apply the dye, let it briefly sit and then apply the sealer. They suggest blending the two in one container, but I had different leather colors to address. The goal to smooth and blend the old and new colors while minimizing the damaged areas. Used car polish cloths which will last one application. Found using quick glue helped seal leather wounds , but when it dries it turns very dark and lighter stain will not cover. You can use the glue but on very small areas. On lighter leather possible ignore gl...More
Treated 3 couches, two pillows, and 4 chairs/recliners. Offer the following advice. Lighter colors are harder to blend than darker. I would apply the dye, let it briefly sit and then apply the sealer. They suggest blending the two in one container, but I had different leather colors to address. The goal to smooth and blend the old and new colors while minimizing the damaged areas. Used car polish cloths which will last one application. Found using quick glue helped seal leather wounds , but when it dries it turns very dark and lighter stain will not cover. You can use the glue but on very small areas. On lighter leather possible ignore glue option. Overall it looks good, blending and reinforcing colors. It does not take much product, so go with the smaller bottles. Our leather just absorbed these very quickly. Be patient and ready to move around the piece to get the job done. Constantly evaluate your progress to catch missed areas or corrections. You can do this project and save a lot of money..... Happy with the products, but check out slowly as the shipping options default to the higher charges. Suggest buying color samples first.
Vinyl jacuzzi cover after using tailored guide and repair products from Rub 'n Restore
Picture of weathered vinyl Jacuzzi cover before protecting with Rub 'n Restore
Vinyl jacuzzi cover after using tailored guide and repair products from Rub 'n Restore
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Jeff
5 out of 5
April 2, 2026
Super satisfied
Your products did an incredible job restoring my jacuzzi cover. This saved me a lot of money since I did not need to replace my cover.

A super satisfied client. Thank you again!
Marine White Leather & Vinyl Protectant photo review
Marine White Leather & Vinyl Protectant photo review
Marine White Leather & Vinyl Protectant photo review
Marine White Leather & Vinyl Protectant photo review
Marine White Leather & Vinyl Protectant photo review
Marine White Leather & Vinyl Protectant photo review
Marine White Leather & Vinyl Protectant photo review
Marine White Leather & Vinyl Protectant photo review
After one coat
Marine White Leather & Vinyl Protectant photo review
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Wayne Davenport
5 out of 5
April 2, 2026
Marine White Perfection
I was skeptical so I ordered a small bottle. After only one coat I find the results amazing. As advertised works perfectly and easy to apply. Plan to order more and do entire boat. Thank you for producing an amazing product.
Wayne
Scott Westerfield
5 out of 5
March 31, 2026
We are very much satisfied with the color match. It turned out great. We learned as we gave 3 coats to each boat cushion.
Sorry no pictures. I would recommend your company always. Simple business transactions and whatever they promised, they fulfilled.
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
After
Wine Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
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K. Daniel
5 out of 5
March 29, 2026
Excellent Product
This product along with the satin sealer worked fantastic on restoring the original vinyl carriage top on my 1979 Lincoln Continental Mark V Cartier. It went from faded purple to a rich burgundy. Very easy to apply and work with, make sure you take the time to prepare your work area and you won’t be disappointed.
Stacy
5 out of 5
March 27, 2026
highly recommended
I changed a leather chair from brown to green. It looked great, but the color quickly started to come off where my dog likes to sit. Come to find out changing color and dogs isn't recommended, but Lassandra was really helpful and sent me this cross linker to mix into the green. The color is holding up much better. And it's easy to touch-up. Great products and customer service!
Colin
5 out of 5
March 27, 2026
better than other conditioners
This stuff is like magic. Made my aniline leather couch supple again.
Matthew S Hagler
5 out of 5
March 26, 2026
used this on boats multiple times now. Like the product
Gerard DiCola
5 out of 5
March 20, 2026
Couch piping
The color rust you sent my to do the couch piping work out GREAT thanks again
Tobacco Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Tobacco Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Tobacco Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Tobacco Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Tobacco Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Tobacco Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Tobacco Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Tobacco Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
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Brynde Vallevik
5 out of 5
March 17, 2026
Like new! But a better color!!!
Easy to use, went beyond what I was expecting! Just finished a second coat today ( to make it even darker than photos
lynn lee
5 out of 5
March 16, 2026
Chocolate Rub and Restore
This product is amazing. I changed my ottoman from an ugly grey to a beautiful dark brown. It now matches my sofa perfectly. I ordered two color swatches, and chocolate was an exact match to the sofa. I did six coats. It dried quick, and the next day the project was finished.
The finished product
Espresso Vinyl & Leather Finish photo review
Suzanne Fessenden
5 out of 5
March 16, 2026
Looks like New
I bought my husband a beautiful dark brown leather chair from Pottery Barn almost 10 years ago. Between two cats, a husband eating in the chair and sitting no where else, the poor chair looked like it was ready for the dump. In desperation I searched the web for a miracle. It quickly became obvious Rub and Restore was the answer. I bought 16 oz bottle of Espresso water-based conditioning color, a 2 oz bottle of black (in case the espresso wasn’t dark enough) and 4 oz of Clear Prep +Finish for Leather ((the original leather had a slight shine to it.) I read the great instructions from the Rub n Restore site and those that came up with a web s...More
I bought my husband a beautiful dark brown leather chair from Pottery Barn almost 10 years ago. Between two cats, a husband eating in the chair and sitting no where else, the poor chair looked like it was ready for the dump. In desperation I searched the web for a miracle. It quickly became obvious Rub and Restore was the answer. I bought 16 oz bottle of Espresso water-based conditioning color, a 2 oz bottle of black (in case the espresso wasn’t dark enough) and 4 oz of Clear Prep +Finish for Leather ((the original leather had a slight shine to it.) I read the great instructions from the Rub n Restore site and those that came up with a web search for “Rub n Restore instructions”. It took three full days to clean, repair scratches, mix, test, mix and test again and apply the color three times. The results were fantastic. It looked brand new. We could hardly believe it was the same chair. I heartily recommend these products.
bre
5 out of 5
March 14, 2026
Couch is 25 years old and it took some work but it looks a whole lot better. One caution is the super glue should be used sparingly because it dries dark. Would be better if there was a product that glued but was could be stained any color. My want wanted to trash this couch but now it should last longer.
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