Advice

Changing The Colour of a Leather Sofa

Changing the colour of a leather sofa can be delicate. It depends on the original colour and on the colour you want to obtain. We cannot guarantee the result, in particular if you want to change from a dark colour to a light one. This procedure requires complete stripping and the result is delicate concerning the uniform aspect of the colour.
On the other hand, a colour change from light to dark is much less risky. Test on a hidden part (use our product packaging in small contents). We recommend the following steps:

1- Cleaning : It is important to work on leather which is perfectly clean. Prepare your leather with the Cleaning Regenerating Soap AVEL which cleans and opens the pores to facilitate pigment penetration.Pay particular attention to sebum (natural grease deposited by skin and hair) on head and arm-rests, which can be eliminated with the Stain Remover HUSSARD Spray Leather and Textile.

2- Preparation : with the help of the Stripper Saphir which allows the liquid dye Teinture Française liquide to perfectly attacht to and penetrate the leather.

3 -Dyeing : Apply a first coat of Teinture Française Liquid by starting on the least accessible areas (pleats, junctions). Only afterwards dye the larger and more accessibles flat surfaces. Do not pass twice in the same spot without letting it dry first, and do not overcharge the leather. Shine with a Shamois Cotton Cloth to remove the surplus.
On light coloured leather, apply a second coat after a 3 hour waiting period if necessary.
Count about 300 ml / coat and per seat.

Attention: this dye is very colouring! Protect your hands with the Latex Gloves below!

4- Finishing : liquid dye has a tendency to dry up the leather. and frequently brings about colour discharge, therefore a finishing treatment is essential.
We propose 3 solutions :
- The Pigmenting Cream AVEL which has to be fixed with the help of the Pigmenting Cream Fixing Spray AVEL. This procedure gives depth to the colour and make the leather shine again. It is the ideal solution permitting to obtain a result of professional quality because it resumes the procedure used in the tanning industry.

- the Juvacuir which can be used to treat small surfaces (ottoman, small armchair...) which are less subject to rubbing.
- The Cream Renovator for a more matt/ less shining aspect of the finish, and at a slightly lesser cost. Suitable for leather without colour discharge after dyeing. Thoroughly eliminate any product surplus by shining with a Shamois Cotton Cloth. If colour discharge continues, you will have to apply the Pigmenting Cream and its Fixing Spray.

In all cases, we recommend to treat your leather with the Anti Stain Leather Spray AVEL for protection and easier cleaning. It is indicated in particular if you choose the finishing with the Renovating Cream, to avoid colour discharge.

Allow between 55 € and 95 € per seat depending on your choice (stripping, finishing, anti-stain treatment).

As soon as you receive your products, we recommend to carry out all these operations on a small hidden part of your leather( on the back of a cushion, for example) to check the compatibility and the necessary quantities. You can also send us a leather sample to test for you.

ASSOCIATED PRODUCTS TO THIS FILE

Adhesive Tape for Painting
Protective paper tape for painting.Remarks :- Can be torn with your hands.- Width 19 mm.- Length 50 m.

4,90 €
Including VAT

Cleaning & Regenerating Soap AVEL
For cleaning dirty and incrusted leathers. Removes the successive layers of wax and gives back to the leather its original appearance. Remarks :- Non alkaline formula, without solvent or caustic soda, and therefore ...

7,86 €
Including VAT

Cream Renovator AVEL®
Nourishes, protects, re-colors and adds shine to all types of smooth leather. Enriched with mink oil, its presentation with a high content of colour pigments permits several applications on a sofa seating 3 and 2 armchairs.Apply with fluff-free Cotton ...

12,50 €
Including VAT

Anti-Stain Leather Spray AVEL®
Protects smooth leather, suede and nubuck against food stains and sebum, rain, snow and dirt and facilitates future cleaning. Remarks :- invisible waterproof protection which lets the leather breathe. - does not contain silicone ...

12,81 €
Including VAT

Pigmenting Cream AVEL®
Pigmenting Cream for leather renovation in the same colour. The use of this cream correponds to the leather finishing process in the tanning industry. Easy to use, it will restore the original finish in the same ...

49,10 €
Including VAT

Pigmenting Cream Fixing Spray AVEL®
Essential for in-depth sealing of the Pigmenting Cream, To obtain lasting colour and prevent any discharge on your clothes. You need 125 ml per seat.When dry, shine with a Shining Glove below. Very important product. To keep the cost for renovation as low ...

27,90 €
Including VAT

Stain Remover HUSSARD® Spray Leather and Textiles
Stain remover for leather, suede, nubuck and textiles. Removes even old stains of seborrhea (sebum), grease, oil … without leaving a ring. Do not use on patent or reptile leather.

11,80 €
Including VAT

Paint Brush
Medium paint brush for extensive work. Available in 3 sizes (see below) : Remarks : - Thick flat brush.- Sanded raw wood handle.- Coppered steel ferule.- natural bristles.

2,20 €
Including VAT

Thin Latex GLoves
Sold in pack of 10. One size fits all.

3,44 €
Including VAT

Cottonstock LOUIS XIII®
Use with all liquid or paste waxes, stains, the Patina Renovator AVEL, the Wax Remover LOUIS XIII and all impregnation products.

6,90 €
Including VAT

Stripper SAPHIR®
Prepares leather for dyeing. Special stripper for smooth leather.Essential before using the liquid dye Teinture Française Liquide or the spray dye Teinture Tenax Spray to increase colour hold and penetration.Average use approx. 150 ...

6,26 €
Including VAT

Dye JUVACUIR Saphir
Juvacuir is a product to repigment leather in the same colour. Recommended for repigmenting, renovating and embellishing all types of smooth leather: jackets, leather goods, shoes, furniture, luggage, saddlery…Remarks :- fluid, ...

8,50 €
Including VAT

Liquid Leather Dye TEINTURE FRANCAISE® Saphir
Liquid dye for all types of smooth leather, suede, nubuck and velvety leather. Penetrating formula based on alcohol, can be used as a base coat. Use to change a light colour into a darker one. Prepare smooth leather ...

6,95 €
Including VAT

Chamois Cotton Cloth
30 x 52 cm

2,95 €
Including VAT

Polishing Cloths
Pack of 4 cotton cloths, size 20 cm x 20 cm. These high quality cloths are specially woven for us and perfectly suitable for applying our leather care products.

2,30 €
Including VAT

BACK