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ARE LEATHER REPAIR KITS WORTH IT?

Do leather repair kits really work?
After 20+ years of experience of restoring and repairing leather, we feel our opinion really does count.

Mostly you get what you pay for when it comes to repairing leather, professional products do work, but there’s a lot on the internet where the images are simply edited to look good, or the videos show paint being coated over the wrong type of leather, which looks great but we know it will peel after a short space of time, quite simply they’re just selling products they don’t know anything about to make a quick profit. 
Unsuspecting customers will waste money; we know this as we hear the same story over and over again from our customers when they approach us for help.

Unfortunately, the Internet is inundated with leather repair kits, how do you know which one to choose? 
We suggest a company such as ours that actually use their own products, provide services, or provide to trade customers, that way you know the products work and you’ll get it backed up with advice from their experience using the products.

At Buffalo we have a team of experienced leather technicians who will be honest, if we assess that the products won’t give the repair you need if the leather is too perished, we will be honest in our opinion.

 

Date Added: 26/01/2023

WHY SHOULD I CARE FOR MY LEATHER UPHOLSTERY
Why should we care for our leather upholstery?
Be it a sofa, car seats, jackets, bags or saddles your leather needs some vital TLC so it remains soft, supple and looking great!

Just like our own skin if we don't clean and moisturise leather it can quickly begin to look dry and cracked, it can also fade if we don't condition it on a regular basis.
Its vital the leather is cleaned before conditiioning (just as you would wash your hands before applying handcream)

Different leather types basically fall in to 2 categories:
Aniline (absorbent leather)
Pigmented Leather (non-absorbent leather such as the type of leather upholstery you see on car seats)

Aniline leather requires a balm or cream packaged within a jar as its more intensive and easier to apply to the surface, we have a great range of conditioners for Aniline Leather
Pigmented leather is more suited to a liquid conditioner packaged within a bottle as it will flow over the surface easily whilst moisturising the pigment to keep it supple, we have a great range of bottled liquid conditioners for pigmented leather
Date Added: 25/01/2023

HOW TO CLEAN LEATHER CAR SEATS

How to clean leather or vinyl car seats and achieve sparkling results!

Your leather seats see a lot of wear and strong daylight, Whether its spills, kids dropping food or just regular use from your daily drive, your leather or vinyl seats need some serious care if you want to avoid fading, wear and overall dryness. 
Here are some tips on how to clean them properly.


Cleaning Guide for Leather Car Seats

Start by hoovering your seats using a brush attachment to avoid scratching the surfacet o remove any dust or crumbs. 
If you can’t use a vacuum outside, you can blow debris and dust away using a can of compressed air


Cleaning Products

Professional Power Cleaner x 1
Nail Brush
Bucket and clean tepid water
Paper towels
Sponge
Conditioning Leather Protector x 1

 

Cleaning Process

Always test your leather cleaner in a unobtrusive area incase of any adverse reaction before full application. 
Apply your leather cleaner to 1 panel, then immediately with your other hand gently wipe the cleaner over the surface in a circular motion using a soft nail brush. 
AVOID DRIPS
The nail brush bristles will get in to the nooks, crannies, and the grains and veins of the leather.
If you’ve received a free power pad wipe down seats to remove grime, and immediately dry using paper towels.
Rinse the brush (and power pad if you have one) in a clean bucket of water.
Repeat until all the panels have been cleaned
 

Conditioning Process

After a deep clean it’s really important to condition the leather to keep it soft and supple, it also helps against the leather fading or cracking.
Always test your leather conditioner in a unobtrusive area incase of any adverse reaction before full application.
Apply on each panel using a sponge or soft cloth, use even circular motions and avoid excess dripping or product on the surface.
 
JOB DONE!
 

Stain Removal

Dye transfer from your clothing can be an issue on lighter coloured leather alongside coffee stains or biro, yes the leather is clean but you now have unsightly stains.
Although we sell an ink and stain remover, the chances are if the stain has been there a long while it’s probably going to be really difficult or impossible to remove.
It’s worth trying the ink and stain remover because if you call in a professional they’re going to try the same method.
If stains can’t be removed it’s time to call in a professional who will re-colour over the stains. 
 
Date Added: 24/01/2023
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Products for Leather

Gentle Leather Cleaner

Gentle Leather Cleaner

£5.50

Leather & Fabric Protector - Stainguard Waterproofer

Leather & Fabric Protector - Stainguard Waterproofer

£7.50