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Aniline Leather Waxy Matte Dyeing Kit AM7.cl by Leather Doctor strips, degrease, clean, rinse, condition, stain dye, primer coat, coat dye, top coat, and protect.
People Also Ask:
1: What is the Sequence of Steps to Refinishing a Waxy Matte Aniline Leather?
2: What is Leather Deglazer Stripper 2.3?
2.2: How to Work with Leather Deglazer Stripper 2.3?
3: What is Leather Degreaser 2.2?
3.2: How to Work with Leather Degreaser 2.2?
4: What is Leather Acidifier 2.0?
4.2: How to Work with Leather Acidifier 2.0?
5: What is Leather Cleaner 3.8?
5.2: How to Work with Leather Cleaner 3.8?
6: What is Leather Rinse 3.0?
6.2: How to Work with Leather Rinse 3.0?
7: What is Leather Hydrator 3.3?
7.2: How to Work with Leather Hydrator 3.3?
8: What is Leather Fatliquor 5.0?
8.2: How to Work with Leather Fatliquor 5.0?
9: What is Aniline Staining Dye 21?
9.2: How to Work with Aniline Staining Dye 21?
10: What is Leather Adhesor 73?
10.2: How to Work with Leather Adhesor 73?
11: What is Aniline Coating Dye 76?
11.2: How to Work with Aniline Coating Dye 76?
12: What is Aniline Waxy Matte Topcoat 21W?
12.2: How to Work with Aniline Waxy Matte Topcoat 21W?
13: What is Leather Protector W?
13.2: How to Work on Leather Protector W?
14: What is Aniline Waxy Matte Leather?
15: What is an Aniline Waxy Matte Leather Problem Solving Matrix?
16: Aniline Waxy Matte Leather Visual Identification?
17: Technical Help and Support?
1: What is the Sequence of Steps to Refinishing a Waxy Matte Aniline Leather?
1.1: The waxy matte aniline leather refinishing system comprises 4 processes Cleaning, Conditioning, Dyeing, and Protection.
1.2: Cleaning is a 5-product system using Stripper 2.3, Degreaser 2.2, Acidifier 2.0, Cleaner 3.8, and Rinse 3.0
1.3: Conditioning is a 2-product system using Hydrator 3.3 and Fatliquor 5.0.
1.4: Dyeing is a 4-product system using Aniline 21, Adhesor 73, Aniline 76, and Topcoat 21W.
1.5: Protection is a 1-product system using Protector W or Leather Protector W Plus.
2: What is Leather Deglazer Stripper 2.3?
2.1: Stripper 2.3 by Leather Doctor is a pH 2.3 balanced leather deglaze stripper to remove unwanted finishes, preparing for new refinishing.
2.2: How to Work with Leather Deglazer Stripper 2.3?
2.2.1: Stripper 2.3 is applied and unwanted finishes are stripped with Strip Brush 9 and immediately extracted by a towel.
3: What is Leather Degreaser 2.2?
3.1: Degreaser 2.2 by Leather Doctor is a degreaser for body oil, grease, and sweat contact common on headrests and armrests.
3.2: How to Work with Leather Degreaser 2.2?
3.2.1: Degreaser 2.2 is swirled around for about 5 minutes to see the coagulation building up from the bottom, when the coagulation reaches 75% level give it a vigorous shake until it gels.
3.2.2: Degreaser 2.2 is saturated to reach penetrated soiling with appropriate brushes and erasers and extracted with a dry terry cotton towel until the towel shows clean.
3.2.3: Degreaser 2.2 is reapplied and allow dwelling 5 to 30 minutes or before it dries for a complete soiling suspension to occur and is towel extracted until it shows clean.
4: What is Leather Acidifier 2.0?
4.1: Acidifier 2.0 by Leather Doctor is a pH 2.0 acidifier rinse for controlling, neutralizing, and pH-balancing leather from bleeding, or getting tacky.
4.2: How to Work with Leather Acidifier 2.0?
4.2.1: Acidifier 2.0 concentrate ratio of 1: 25 in the 8oz bottle has to be mixed with 218g distilled water before use.
4.2.2: Acidifier 2.0 is applied directly, brushed, and extracted with a towel until the towel is clean.
4.2.3: Acidifier 2.0 is kept for 3 to 30 minutes to control dye bleeding or surface tackiness.
4.2.4: Acidifier 2.0 treatment is complete with a test for a healthy squeaky feel.
5: What is Leather Cleaner 3.8?
5.1: Cleaner 3.8 by Leather Doctor with a pH value of 3.8 cleans leather safely without the common adverse side effects often found in other alkaline cleaners.
5.2: How to Work with Leather Cleaner 3.8?
5.2.1: Cleaner 3.8 concentrate ratio of 1: 64 in the 8oz bottle needs 224g of distilled water added before use.
5.2.2: Cleaner 3.8 is shaken well, applied, and brushed with leather Brush 1 and towel extract until the towel shows clean.
6: What is Leather Rinse 3.0?
6.1: Rinse 3.0 by Leather Doctor is a pH 3.0 balanced rinse for removing suspended soiling and acts as a leather pH neutralizer.
6.2: How to Work with Leather Rinse 3.0?
6.2.1: Rinse 3.0 concentrates ratio 1: 80 in the 8oz bottle has to be mixed with 224g distilled water before use.
6.2.2: Rinse 3.0 is shaken, applied, and brushed with Leather Brush 1 and extracted with a towel until it shows clean and the leather takes a squeaky healthy feel.
7: What is Leather Hydrator 3.3?
7.1: Hydrator 3.3 by Leather Doctor is a pH 3.3 balanced hydrator that activates dormant dyestuff to resurface and relax leather of creases and wrinkles in sync with Fatliquor 5.0.
7.2: How to Work with Leather Hydrator 3.3?
7.2.1: Hydrator 3.3 concentrate in the bottle has to be mixed with distilled water at a ratio of 1: 25 or add 218g 1 inch from the top of the bottle before use.
7.2.1: Hydrator 3.3 is a concentrate at a ratio of 1: 25 and 218g of distilled water has to be added before use.
7.2.2: Hydrator 3.3 is applied from the surface or accelerates saturation by working on the reverse side for a quick darkening effect.
7.2.3: Hydrator 3.3 is allowed to dwell from 30 minutes to 72 hours for activating dormant dyestuff to resurface and effective relaxing results.
7.2.4: Hydrator 3.3 when left overnight may need Leather Mold Killer 3.6 to control potential mold growth.
8: What is Leather Fatliquor 5.0?
8.1: Fatliquor 5.0 conditioner is a micro-emulsion of fat, oil, and water for rejuvenating, restoring, and softening all types of leather and suede to impart their original suppleness and protect them from dry rotting and stiffness.
8.2: How to Work with Leather Fatliquor 5.0?
8.2.1: Fatliquor 5.0 concentrate is mixed with warm distilled water at 1: 5 or 189g of the 8oz bottle before use.
8.2.2: Fatliquor 5.0 is applied and redistributed with appropriate brushes or pads until the thickness of the leather or suede is saturated.
8.2.3: Fatliquor 5.0 application is repeated each time water contents evaporates.
8.2.4: Fatliquor 5.0 sticky residue is further driven into the leather structure or rinsed off with Hydrator 3.3.
8.2.5: Fatliquored leather is left to dry naturally for extra softness.
8.2.6: Fatliquored leather is further staked, massaged, or flexed accordingly with a little wet back with Hydrator 3.3 until dry for extra suppleness.
8.2.7: Surface tension is also inspected with Hydrator 3.3 using a folded towel to check for even absorbency, avoiding blotchiness ready for Aniline 21.
9: What is Aniline Staining Dye 21?
9.1: Aniline Staining Dye 21 by Leather Doctor is a new generation water-based transparent staining dyestuff.
9.2: How to Work with Aniline Staining Dye 21?
9.2.1: Aniline 21 concentrate ratio of 1: 9 in the 8oz bottle needs 204g distilled water mix before use.
9.2.2: Aniline 21 is rubbed into the surface of the leather by a detailing horsehair brush, foam brush, or towel padding.
9.2.3: Any uneven absorbency is improved by a towel rub with Hydrator 3.3.
10: What is Leather Adhesor 73?
10.1: Adhesor 73 by Leather Doctor is a compact primer resin that ensures proper smoothing, sealing, and promotion of adhesion to the leather before color coating.
10.2: How to Work with Leather Adhesor 73?
10.2.1: Adhesor 73 concentrate ratio mix 1: 1 or add 113.5g of distilled water into the 8oz bottle before use.
10.2.2: Adhesor 73 is tested for color intensity effect on a hidden area until dry for satisfaction before actual application.
10.2.3: Adhesor 73 is applied by spreading evenly with Leather Brush 1 or white scouring pad to work into grooves and worn areas, the excess is wiped away with a lint-free towel or until the towel shows clean.
10.2.4: Nappy worn areas are smooth to flatten with a spatula or spoon. See Leather Repair Kit A7.r.
10.2.5: Let dry naturally or speed dry with a blow dryer.
10.2.6: Darkening areas are stretched with a spatula or spoons to improve any darkening appearance.
11: What is Aniline Coating Dye 76?
11.1: Aniline Coating Dye 76 is a new generation transparent surface coating dyestuff that coats leather to provide excellent coverage.
11.2: How to Work with Aniline Coating Dye 76?
11.2.1: Aniline 76 concentrate ratio of 1: 1 has to be mixed with 113.5g of distilled water before use.
11.2.2: Working with Aniline 76 by Paasche Airbrushing with a constant air pressure of 80 to 100 psi on a cone shape provides a more even appearance.
11.2.3: Working with Aniline 76 by vanishing brush, or foam brush will need soft light circular strokes to produce a more even appearance especially if a lighter color range is desired.
11.2.4: Color intensity builds up with overlapping and the result is more likely to take a salvage appearance versus a seamless professional result by airbrushing.
11.2.5: A test with the choice application method to satisfy the result on cardboard is highly recommended.
12: What is Aniline Gloss Topcoat 76G?
12.1: Aniline 76G by Leather Doctor is a heavy-duty gloss topcoat to seal aniline leather with excellent toughness and flexibility.
12.2: How to Work with Aniline Waxy Matte Topcoat 21W?
12.2.1: Aniline 21W concentrate ratio of 1: 2 has to be mixed with 152g of distilled water into the 8oz bottle before use.
12.2.2: Use lint-free padding, foam or varnishing brush, or airbrushing for a professional result.
12.2.3: Blow dry in between applications.
13: What is Leather Protector W?
13.1: Protector W by Leather Doctor is a non-stick, rub-resistant conditioner that imparts a soft waxy feel on waxy matte leather.
13.2: How to Work on Leather Protector W?
13.2.1: Protector W concentrates ratio of 1: 19 has to be mixed with 215g distilled water to the 8oz bottle before use.
13.2.2: Protector W is shaken, applied, and spread with a brush/pad and ready to use when dry.
14: What is Aniline Waxy Matte Leather?
14.1: Aniline Waxy Matte Leather is usually a full-grain hide chrome-tanned to produce a soft hand and a transparent aniline-dyed through color to the reverse suede side to enhance its natural beauty.
14.2: Aniline Waxy Matte Leather takes on a Sauvage appearance as the beauty of the grain is shown naturally with a soft waxy texture.
14.3: The fine waxy matte appearance derives from the emulsion topcoat applied and is further protected with a matching non-stick, rub-resistant protector to reduce finish wear.
14.4: As leather is an amphoteric material or pH sensitive, leather-safe products with a pH value between 3 and 5 are highly recommended for general care, otherwise, they have to be pH balanced to its leather pH neutral (iso-electric point or pI).
14.5: Aniline leathers are also more UV sensitive and periodic hydrating and fatliquoring rejuvenating revives its color intensity from dryness and maintains its suppleness from stiffness and cracking.
15: What is an Aniline Waxy Matte Leather Problem Solving Matrix?
15.1: An aniline waxy matte leather problem-solving matrix is a guide with problem identification that matches the sequence of procedures and steps to ensure a holistic restoration without side effects to restore the leather integrity and retain the original characteristics.
16: Aniline Waxy Matte Leather Visual Identification?
16.1: This visual identification helps in instant recognition to establish a match from among the varied aniline varieties without compromising its original characteristics.
17: Technical Help and Support?
17.1: Technical help and support are available free from the link below:
17.2: https://www.leathercleaningrestorationforum.com/forum/forumdisplay.php?5-Leather-Upholstery-Forum
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Edited on June 22, 2024, by Roger Koh.
