How can I repair worn leather?
My brown leather sofa is worn from years of use; what is a cost effective to repair it? As you can see in the picture, my husband thought it a good idea to paint the area...
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They make leather painting kits where you can paint the whole couch.
Hello there,
If it is Genuine Hide, then a Leather Stain or a Leather Rejuvenating Polish which has colour might do the trick or Saddle Soap. Best of luck!
I have used paste shoe polish in a tin to disguise areas like this! I applied the shoe polish and then buffed it well. It is a temporary fix however and I had to keep doing it every month or so before I eventually replaced my couch.
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/paint/furniture/how-to-paint-a-leather-chair-34314068
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/clean/furniture/yes-leather-painting-is-a-thing--19588682
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/living-room/furniture/cat-scratch-leather-repair-32746419
How to Paint a Leather Chair
Yes, Leather Painting is a Thing!
Cat Scratch Leather Repair
Painting kits are designed for use on pure leather, not bonded or faux leather. The success of the outcome depends greatly on how much the leather was worn down before being painted.