NEED REPAIR?
Check out the free instructions and accompanying videos on our website: www.rubnrestore.com/leather-repair/ GETTING BETTER COVERAGE
If you have applied many layers of dye and are not getting sufficient coverage, and you’re dyeing a red or dark color to a light/white, or you’re working with a synthetic (i.e. bonded leather or vinyl), apply a coat of Clear Prep+Finish™ Prep+Finish™ between every 3-4 layers of dye. You can apply the Clear as soon as the color is dry. Make sure your sponge has the optimum moisture level, not too wet or too dry. A layer of Clear Prep+Finish™ will seal the dye and add strength. Subsequent layers of co lor will get better coverage with less coats.
around the brass nails as best you can. When you have completed the restoration, and the dye is dry, use the steel wool to polish the nails once again. The steel wool should remove the dye from the metal without damaging the newly restored leather/vinyl. Super-fine “0000” steel wool is available at woodworking or hobby stores if your local hardware doesn’t have it. You can also work with Q-tips and cleaner or mineral spirits to remove it from the brass nails. COLOR TRANSFER ON CLOTHING
Our products, once dry, rarely transfer to clothing. If you observe this, buff the dyed surface with a soft, dry cloth. A coat of Clear Prep+Finish will also help seal the surface. Pre-treat your clothing with detergent, and launder as usual. The dye should wash out.
MIXING YOUR OWN COLOR
SHELF-LIFE
Start with small amounts in case you don’t like the result. Take notes, so you can replicate the formula. Mix in a glass bowl. Test your color in an inconspicuous spot and allow to dry. Experiment until you get the desired color. Re-bottle the color and wash your glass bowl immediately.
While the manufacturers of our raw materials only guarantee a shelf-life of two years, we have, on numerous occasions in the past 30 years, reconstituted Rub ‘n Restore™ Colors and Clear Prep+Finish™ that were more than four years-old. The key is to store the product in a cool, dark place. Reapplying the pressure seal will further extend the shelf-life.
WORKING WITH A GLAZE
If you wish to preserve the multi-toned appearance of the material or if you’re working with aniline, we recommend mixing a glaze by diluting Rub ‘n Restore™ Color with Clear Prep+Finish™. A glaze is more transparen t, and will allow you to deposit color without completely obscuring the “distressed” look. You can mix the glaze directly on your sponge, i.e. one squirt of co lor plus one squirt of Cle ar Prep+Finish™. More C lear will be more transparent; more Color will get better coverage and be more monotone. Experiment, and make a note of your ratio and method, so you can replicate the results in the future. A glaze is also great for blending areas that have been dyed with those that have not. It is also recommended as a topcoat if you want a less-shiny satin finish. REPLICATING REPLICATI NG THE “DISTRESSED” LOOK
You can also recreate the “distressed” look by rag-rolling or sponge-painting (patting rather than spreading) the dyed surface with undiluted color. You can also use water, which will have an erasing effect. Be creative! SPRAY INSTRUCTIONS
Thoroughly stir and filter the color to remove any lumps. Spray approximately 6”-8” from the surface, moving in smooth, swift strokes. Avoid puddling in any area, which can create a “fish eye” effect. If you do, spread it around with a sponge, allow to dry, and then re-spray. Allow each coat to dry before applying another. You can immediately follow with the Clear Prep+Finish™. Rub ‘n Restore Restore™ ™ produc ts are wate r-based. Clean your gun with soap and water. WORKING AROUND BRASS BRASS NAILS
Gently polish the brass nails with super-fine “0000” steel wool before applying Rub ‘n Restor e™. Use a brush or spo nge to apply the dye, wo rking
REAPPLYING THE PRESSURE SEAL
Clean the threads of the bottle and the cap. Wipe the pressure seal to remove any excess product. Reinsert the pressure seal into the cap, white side facing you. Two of the three tabs should fit under the threads. The third tab may or may not. Screw the cap onto the bottle, and the seal should re-seat. NEED TO RETURN OR EXCHANGE?
You can return any Clear Prep+Finish™ or Rub ‘n Restore™ Color within 60 days of your order for a full refund of the purchase price, even if you’ve opened and tested the color. We do not accept returns on Custom Colors. If you wish to exchange a product, please include your order number, name, and a $10 check made payable to Rub ‘n Restore, Inc. to supplement shipping for the exchange. Most shipments in the lower 48 cost $10-17 to ship via UPS; please be assured, we do not profit on shipping. Exchanges to Canada, Alaska, and Hawaii, please include a $25 check. You may also include a swatch of your original leather if you would like help choosing a color. Please visit our website to read our full return and exchange policy. Return the bottles to: Rub ‘n Restore, Inc.
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APPLICATION APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Clean. Apply a thin layer layer.. Allow to dry. Repeat. Rejoice! Please read the detailed instructions inside for a goof-proof restoration!
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1. Take a picture. Your friends won’t believe the final result!
2. Set up your work area. Ideal working temperature is between 65º – 80º F (18º – 26º C). Use drop cloths and masking tape to protect areas you do not want the product to get on. Keep rags and spray bottles of water and cleaner handy. Avoid spilling Rub ‘n Restore™ on carpets and fabrics. If you do, immediately flush the area with water and cleaner, and use rags to absorb the liquid.
3. Determine what type of material you have. Does water bead on the surface? This indicates a pigmented/top-grain/ corrected-grain leather or a vinyl. Please follow step 4a. Or is the water absorbed within 30 seconds? Does the material have body oil stains? These indicate an aniline or semi-aniline leather. Please follow step 4b. Do not use Rub ‘n Restore™ products on fabric, suede, or nubuck.
4a. Clean and prep top-grain leather or vinyl. Wipe the surface with a multipurpose cleaner (we like Flite, but 409 also works). When dry, test for dye penetration with masking tape. It should strongly adhere such that you have to pry it off with a fingernail. If the tape does not stick well OR if you have
sponge (see step 5 for more info). This ensures that less Rub ‘n Restore™ Color is needed to achieve coverage. Allow to dry before proceeding.
9. Allow your first coat of Rub ‘n Restore™ Restore™ to dry before applying another another..
4b. Clean and prep aniline leather.
It dries in minutes. When it feels dry, it is dry. You can use a hair dryer to expedite dry time, but allow the surface to cool before proceeding.
Aniline leather is very absorbent, so it easily takes our products. A gentle wiping with a 50-50 solution of white vinegar and water is sufficient. Don’t worry if you can’t remove oil stains. The dye will cover them. While not necessary, Clear Prep+Finish™ is recommended as a primer for Rub ‘n Restore™ Colors, because it seals the surface and gets a more even result. Apply with a damp sponge (see step 5 for more info). Allow to dry.
5. Dampen a cellulose sponge and squeeze out most of the water.. water The sponge should glide over the surface. If the sponge is too wet, it will dilute the dye, reduce coverage, and may look streaky. If the sponge is too dry, the friction will erase some of your work. Avoid foam sponges or those with green nylon backing. A paintbrush is recommended for areas needing more precision.
6. Thoroughly stir Rub ‘n Restore™ Color until it feels smooth and creamy. Separation is normal. The heavier tints tend to settle to the bottom. Stirring is preferred to shaking, as the product can foam, leaving tiny bubbles and spots on your surface. Clear Prep+Finish™ Prep+Finish™ does not require stirring. Save the pressure seal in case you need to return or exchange the
10. Repeat steps 8-9 until faded or stained areas are concealed. Periodically stir the dye, and re-moisten your sponge with water, so it continues to glide over the surface. The first coat may be streaky. More layers yield a richer tone and better stain coverage. Most color changes require 3-8 coats, depending on the material. If you’re having problems getting coverage, please read the section “Getting Better Coverage”. For aniline leather OR multi-toned surfaces OR if the color is close but not an exact match, please refer to the “Glaze” instructions.
11. To deepen the color, add shine, and add another layer of protection, follow with the optional Clear Prep+Finish Prep+Finish™. ™. For best results, give the dye a couple days to cure before applying the Clear Prep+Finish™. A single thin layer will have a semi-gloss finish. More layers will create a high shine. Follow the “Glaze” instructions for a satin finish. To reduce shine, simply apply another layer of dye.
12. Use your rags and cleaner to promptly remove any Rub ‘n Restore™ Restore™ from your hair dryer and other unwanted areas. Rub ‘n Restore™ Color will be dry in minutes and is ready for use. It cures to its full strength in about 72 hours, depending on the temperature and humidity. During that time, avoid getting it wet, as water may reactivate the dye. The color may gradually wear, just as the original leather or vinyl did. Simply reapply. Store any leftover Rub ‘n Restore™ products in a cool, dark
