Leather inevitably experiences damage over time during use. To address this, Furniture Clinic offers three types of repair products: Heavy Filler, Leather Flexifil, and Leather Edge Coat. These can be specifically used to fill and repair different types of leather damage for better restoration results.
This blog will first compare the three different repair products and then provide a detailed introduction to each product. We believe it will help you choose the appropriate product for filling and repairing leather damage, restoring the leather's function and appearance.
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Our Heavy Filler is a water-based leather repair paste that is safe to use, designed for any type of leather to fill damaged areas or any missing parts. It is ideal for repairing cracks, tears, burns, wear, holes, and other damages. This thick paste is extremely flexible, suitable for high-use areas, providing durable and long-lasting repair effects.
How to use
The filler paste is thick. When applying, simply use a spatula or palette knife to coat the damaged area of the leather, ensuring to remove any excess paste from the leather surface to avoid filling surrounding leather texture.
Drying Time
The drying time depends on the thickness of the coat. We recommend applying several thin layers, gradually building up the paste until it is flush with the leather surface. Using a hairdryer can reduce drying time to about five minutes per layer. If left to dry naturally, allow approximately one hour between layers.
Available Colours
The filler paste is available in black and white, and you can change the colour of the white paste by adding up to 10% Leather Colourant to match the surrounding leather. Using coloured filler can reduce the amount of Leather Repair Paint needed for covering post-repair, saving time and minimizing texture differences due to excess Leather Repair Paint.
Sanding Smooth
Once fully dried, the filler paste can be sanded to ensure a good, even finish on the leather. If very rough, start with 320 grit sandpaper, then continue with 1200 grit. For smoother finishes, clean with alcohol cleaner after sanding.
Pigment Coating
You will need to coat the filler paste with Leather Repair Paint to blend the repair area with the leather.
Application Scope
The Heavy Filler is perfect for repairing damage on all kinds of leather items, from furniture (sofas) and car interiors to clothing, shoes, handbags, and even equestrian leather.
Leather Flexifil Repair Filler Paste
The Leather Flexifil is an extremely flexible leather repair filler. It is designed to meet the needs of frequently used and highly bendable leather, such as severely cracked upholstery due to continuous use. This elastic filler paste does not crack or peel once applied.
The Leather Flexifil is an extremely flexible leather repair filler. It is designed to meet the needs of frequently used and highly bendable leather, such as severely cracked upholstery due to continuous use. This elastic filler paste does not crack or peel once applied.
How to Use
Using a spatula or palette knife, gently apply the filler paste along the direction of the cracks. The paste will evenly spread into the cracks. It is best to apply several thin layers.
Drying Time
Allow the filler paste to dry thoroughly. Natural drying takes about 1-2 hours, while a hairdryer can dry it in a few minutes. Repeat the above steps until the cracks are filled.
Available Colours
The flexible repair filler paste is white and slightly transparent when dry, but you can change its colour by adding up to 10% Leather Colourant to match any leather.
Sanding Smooth
The flexible repair filler paste can be sanded with 1200 grit sandpaper to create a smooth finish flush with the leather surface. More filler can be applied if needed.
Pigment Coating
Finally, simply coat the flexible repair filler paste with Leather Repair Paintto finish.
Suitable For
The Leather Flexifil is ideal for repairing any type of cracks on all leather items, from furniture (sofas) and car interiors to clothing, shoes, handbags, and even equestrian leather.
Our Leather Edge Coat is used to create perfect, flawless edges on any leather product, covering rough or unfinished edges. Whether for belts, handbag handles, luggage tags, or carved leather, the Leather Edge Coat consistently delivers professional results.
How to use
You can choose the method and tools that you find most comfortable for applying the edge sealer. Our Leather Edge Applicator is quick and easy to use, providing excellent results, so we recommend trying it. Simply dip the applicator into the Leather Edge Coat and evenly coat the unfinished leather edges.
Drying Time
The fast-drying Leather Edge Coat can dry naturally in 5-10 minutes or be dried with a hairdryer in about two minutes. Continue applying additional coats until you achieve the desired appearance. Wait for the previous coat to dry before applying a new one. Adding more coats can create a higher edge curvature. We recommend applying one or two coats for the best effect.
Available Colours
The standard colour of the Leather Edge Coat is transparent, but black is also available. If you need a different colour for the edges, you can use a neutral Leather Edge Coat and then coat it with the desired colour using leather Repair Paint.
Sanding Smooth
If your leather edges are not 100% smooth, you can sand them with 1200 grit wet/dry sandpaper. Sanding can be done between coats or all at once on the final coat.
Pigment Coating
If you need a different colour for the edges, you can use a neutral Leather Edge Coat and then coat it with the desired colour using Leather Edge Coat.
Conclusion
In summary, the three filler pastes we offer each have their advantages and are essential products in your toolkit. If you need any further assistance or technical advice, please feel free to call or WhatsApp: +852 5683 6302, or email us at enquiries@furnitureclinic.com.hk. You are also welcome to shop for our leather filler pastes and other products directly on our website.
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