Aniline Gloss Coating Dye 76

Aniline Gloss Coating Dye 76 by Leather Doctor® is a next-generation transparent surface coating dye designed for vivid, bright color coverage.

Unlike traditional dyes that penetrate leather, this dye forms a surface coating, delivering enhanced color intensity and uniformity. It's especially effective when applied over bronzing-stained dye effects like Aniline 21, or over existing finishes to revitalize and enrich leather surfaces.

How Does Transparent Aniline Coating Dye 76 Work?

1. Layered Transparency
   Like watercolor painting, color intensity builds up with each layer. The more layers, the deeper the color.

2. Overlapping Strokes
   Applying strokes on top of each other increases color depth, enabling shading and visual richness.

3. Diluting for Lighter Shades
   To achieve a lighter or more subtle tone, dilute the original dye with the 'Clear' component.

4. Always Test First
   Conduct a color test before full application to confirm the desired outcome.

5. Test Application Method
   Different tools and methods can yield varied results. Always test your application approach beforehand.

6. Recommended Tool: Airbrush
   For best consistency, use an airbrush with 80 to 100 psi pressure.

7. Other Methods
   Varnishing brushes or folded towels can also be used but may produce more artistic or varied results.

8. Two Shading Techniques

   • Method 1: Airbrush
     Apply fine, even coats with a Paasche airbrush for a smooth, professional finish.

   • Method 2: Hand Brushing or Padding
     Use brushes or padding for a “salvage” look, emphasizing artistic or antique-style shading.

9. Pre-Mixing with ‘Clear’
   Mix with 'Clear' before application to control the starting intensity. Depending on the tool used, the finish can range from clean and uniform to uniquely shaded.

Shading Example: Antique-Brown shading with 'Clear'.

Refer to the image antique-shading-with-clear.jpg:

• First Row: Undiluted Antique-Brown applied with increasing layers from right to left.

• Second Row: Antique-Brown mixed with 3 parts ‘Clear’, with intensity increasing from right to left.

The shading in this example is achieved using a cotton bud to demonstrate overlapping and blending effects — perfect for visualizing the "salvage" technique.

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