How to Dye Leather in 7 Steps

 When you buy leather of top quality, even if the color were to fade, you will want to keep using it for a long time since it does not tear. Likewise, some people buy leather but do not like the color. If you fall into the two categories above, you can solve the problem by dyeing the leather.

Dyeing of leather is a simple procedure that allows changing the color of the leather to another color you prefer. In this guide, we will discuss the steps to take when dyeing leather and the materials needed.

What You Need to Dye Leather

Before you can dye leather, set aside a space with enough ventilation, and some materials are needed for the process. Any quality leather store will have the materials for dyeing leather. The materials for dyeing leather include:

1. Deglazer: Before dyeing the leather, cleaning of the leather is required, and the solution used in cleaning is deglazer.

2. Spray bottle: to enhance easy absorption of the dye by the leather, spraying the leather with water is required using a spray bottle.

3. Paintbrush: For the application of the coat of dye to the leather, the paintbrush is used

4. Leather dye: There are many kinds of leather dye; the color you want the leather to have will determine the type of leather dye to use.

5. Scrap rag: It is good to have a scrap rag which is usually an old piece of clothing used in cleaning and wiping excessive dye after spillage.

6. Gloves: When dyeing your leather, you may want to protect your forearm from getting in contact with the dye directly by wearing gloves. The dye can stick to the forearm when used directly without gloves which can be messy.

7. A ventilated and protected workspace: There is the possibility of the leather releasing toxic gases and making breathing difficult. Thus working in a well-ventilated space is necessary. Ensure the workspace is clean by demarcating it with a drop cloth or large trash bag. When dyeing leather indoors, ensures the windows are opened, and the fan is working, but if you are working outside, ensure the environment is dry and avoid direct sunlight.

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