Leather Deglazer Stripper 2.3

 Leather Deglazer Stripper 2.3 by Leather Doctor® is a Leather Finish Remover and Surface Prep pH 2.3 balanced solution formulated to safely strip unwanted finishes, aged conditioners, oil and grease contamination, waxes, inks, and paints from leather surfaces.

Stripper 2.3 prepares the leather for new refinishing or recoloring by restoring its pH balance, ensuring the leather remains supple and receptive to new coatings.

How to Use Stripper 2.3

 Application & Agitation:

• Apply Stripper 2.3 evenly using a brush (Leather Brush 9) in a circular motion and/or Leather Eraser 4. 
• Gently agitate the surface to loosen finishes and contaminants.

 Extraction:

• Immediately extract the suspended residue with a lint free towel before the product dries.
• Repeat if necessary until the surface is clean.

 Rinse:

• Use Rinse 3.0 to remove residual stripper.
• For overexposed or sticky leather, use Acidifier 2.0 to restore pH integrity, resulting in a squeaky-clean, healthy leather feel.

  Hydrate:

• Apply Hydrator 3.3 to relax and plump the leather structure, especially if it feels stiff or dry after stripping.

 Fatliquor:

• Immediately follow with Fatliquor 5.0 to replenish the essential fat and oil content, ensuring softness, strength, and suppleness before refinishing.

 People Also Ask:

 What is the pH value of leather?

• Leather naturally maintains a pH between 3 and 5 post-tanning to preserve its integrity.

 Why does leather’s pH shift?

• Leather is amphoteric (pH-sensitive).
• Exposure to alkaline substances (like sweat or harsh cleaners) disrupts its pH, shifting it away from its natural acidic balance.

 What causes alkaline overexposure?

• Aged sweat (becomes more alkaline over time)
• Use of high-pH cleaners or conditioners.
• Contaminants like soap, household detergent, baking soda or bleach.

 How does alkaline exposure affect leather?

• Alkalinity reverses the ionic charge of the leather protein ionic negative (-ve), causing repulsion of its own constituents.
• This leads to:

• Loss of tannins and dyes
• Sticky, slimy surfaces
• Stiffness and cracking upon drying

 What are signs of denatured leather?

• Bleeding dye during cleaning
• Sticky or tacky surface
• Bright streaking on pastel finishes
• Darkening on vachetta or veg-tan leathers
• Cracking or stiffness after drying

 What is Stripper 2.3?

• It’s a pH 2.3 stripper that removes finishes while also rebalancing leather’s pH.
• It prepares leather for refinishing without damaging its structure.

 What surfaces is it used on?

• Use on leather types requiring finish removal or deep prep, including:

• Aniline and semi-aniline
• Pigmented
• Veg-Tan
• Oil-pull-up and waxed leathers

 What precautions should be taken?

• Work in well-ventilated areas
• Avoid open flames or heat sources
• Wear gloves and a mask
• Dispose of used towels safely
• Always test in a hidden area first

 Updated: June 7, 2025 by Roger Koh