Advice

Changing The Colour of a Saddle

The Saddle shown below was made by DEVOUCOUX (model MAKILA) en 2001. It was dyed in april 2008 (see Press Book).

Changing the colour of leather is a delicate operation depending on its original colour and the colour you want to change it to. We cannot guarantee the result, in particular if the colour change is made from a dark to a light colour. This operation requires a complete stripping and might make the obtention of a result with a uniform appearance more delicate.
On the other hand, changing a light colour to a dark one bears a much lesser risk. Test on a hidden part of your leather. We recommend to proceed according to the following steps:

1 - The cleaning : It is important to work on leather which is perfectly clean. For in-depth cleaning, use the Ointment Soap ETALON NOIR. If necessary, use the Stain Remover Hussard Spray Leather and Textiles to eliminate traces of sebum, see advice cards concerning the cleaning and un-staining of leather clothes.

2 - The preparation : use the Stripper Saphir to prepare the surface of the leather and allow the dye Teinture F'rançaise liquide to attach and penetrate perfectly. Average use approx 500 ml per saddle.

3 - The dyeing : Apply a first coat of Teinture Française Aux Drapeaux Liquid starting with the less accessible areas (pleats, junctions). Then dye the larger more accessibles flat surfaces. Do not pass over the same area more than once before drying and do not overcharge to avoid saturation of the leather. Afterwards, application, polish with a Chamois Cotton Cloth to remove any surplus. On light coloured leather, apply a second coat after a 3 hour interval , if necessary. Average use approx. 500 ml for a saddle.

4 - The finishing : The liquid dye dries up the leather and gives it a mat appearance lacking in elegance. There's also a risk of colour discharge. Therefore, it is important to nourish your leather and give it back its shine to prevent any discharge. Choose among the following products:

- Use the JUVACUIR if you want to intensify the depth of the colour. Average use approx. 150 ml for a saddle.
- Use the Pigmenting Cream AVEL which will help you obtain a result of professional quality because it takes up the procedure used in the tanning industry. It is imperative to fix the dye afterwards. Average use approx. 125 ml per saddle, as well as one Fixing Spray.

For regular care, use the Shoe Polish Grease SAPHIR SPORT below, which is available in neutral, brown and black.

Average cost from 60 € to 120 € depending on the choice of products.

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

Ointment Soap ETALON NOIR®
Cleans and regenerates saddlery and all leather articles. Glycerin-containing formula with sponge.

8,30 €
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

Shoe Polish Grease SAPHIR® SPORT®
Grease polish for waterproofing, softening and recolouring smooth and oiled leather, oiled nubuck. Suitable for mountain/ hiking/hunting/horse-riding... boots and clothes.

6,29 €
Including VAT

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

3,44 €
Including VAT

Foam Applicator Pad
Foam applicator pad with handle, for perfect application of Pigmenting Cream, Renovating Cream, Juvacuir...Remarks :- White-coloured foam .- Black-coloured handle.- Overall height = 4.5 cm, foam height = 2 ...

1,50 €
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

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