Leather scratches

Jeanne Nelson
by Jeanne Nelson
My son has a brown leather sectional that has quite a few scratches where the color is gone. Any suggestions on what would cover the spots?
  11 answers
  • Z Z on Aug 02, 2015
    Cream shoe polish to match the color, but make sure to buff it very well or it could rub off. Give it time to dry too.
  • Karen Karen on Aug 02, 2015
    Try a permanent brown Sharpie on a small spot first. Even if it doesn't quite match it might be much less noticeable.
  • Linda Caromile Linda Caromile on Aug 02, 2015
    Car parts stores sell a kit to repair leather scratches & tears and it works beautifully. I used it on my white leather sofa that the cat had damaged a bit. Good luck!.
  • Mary Mary on Aug 02, 2015
    If it is the fabric showing scratch a fabric marker first then clear shoe polish to seal n buff. If it is real leather a great sealer and conditioner is a product that may be purchased at a feed store called Neets feet this product has erased all scratches from my leather. Don't be afraid if it darkens the leather a little it will lighten back up when dry. Test on back or side of couch if this is a concern. I use this product once a month to keep leather conditioned.
  • Jeanne Nelson Jeanne Nelson on Aug 02, 2015
    Thank you for all of your suggestions! We'll see what works!
  • Ann Ann on Aug 02, 2015
    Furniture stores carry markers made for leather. They also make them for wood furniture.
  • Lisa Gage Lisa Gage on Aug 03, 2015
    I use saddle soap and it works so good.
  • Lisa Gage Lisa Gage on Aug 04, 2015
    You can get saddle soap at any feed store that has tack for horses.
  • Jeanne Nelson Jeanne Nelson on Aug 08, 2015
    Thanks Lisa for the source and all of you for your suggestions!
  • Catz Catz on Aug 10, 2015
    I have covered scratches with a little bit of matching shoe polish! Just make sure you use is sparingly and rub it out well so it doesn't get on clothing.
  • Susan Susan on Aug 14, 2015
    Liquid Leather Leather Touch Up Recolor Kit on Amazon.com has great reviews for scratches on leather furniture. Good luck.