Dyeing leather can get a little messy, so it’s important and very helpful to have everything prepared ahead of time. Usually, being prepared will also make the process go much faster and more smoothly. That will make it more fun, and the end results looking great. Work Area – Ventilation The overall effect of using fabric paint is very different from using acrylic paint, and you should consider acrylic based paints when painting leather.

Any flat surface can do. Working on the ground is possible. Even a wide board placed on some saw horses can work. The key is that it is a stable surface so that as you’re working with the dyeing, everything stays in place. What’s the difference between leather dye and stain? Leather Dyes are lighter and consist of smaller sized molecules which make its composition a lot more soluble than that of stains which is larger making its composition less soluble and as a result, stay on the surface of the leather. Why? Because the large molecules won’t allow it to penetrate the leather. Dyeing on dry leather is a very common method. The dye is applied directly to the surface of the material, and is pulled into fibers. It is usually easier to dye dry, especially for those new to dyeing. Since there is no water involved, one can see exactly where the dye has been applied and how much is needed to result in an even coat. Our polyurethane leather dyes are water-based and highly pigmented, meaning they are easy to apply using a spray or a sponge. They also cover extremely well, so you don't have a patchy or uneven finish and you don't have to apply many coats. A basic, lint-free scrap rag or cloth can wok greta for dye application. Just dip the cloth into the dye, then rub it across the leather surface. Repeat as necessary to get a smooth, consistent application of dye on the item. Pulling

What are some of the most popular leather dye brands? There are several popular leather dye brands worldwide the most common brands you will find are Fiebings, Tandy Eco Range, and Angelus brand leather dye. They are best known for their quality, types, and range of colors. Extremely flexible and durable colourant, designed for restoring or changing the colour of any leather item.

apply the dye or stain evenly, using a soft cloth or brush, and allow it to dry completely before using the itemYou cannot dye leather items a dyed lighter color, so you should consider leather paint if that is your goal. Stain or seal paint with a basic process