Can you dilute Fiebings leather dye?
Dye reducer is formulated to thin Fiebing’s leather dye and professional oil dye for spray dyeing or to dilute the color.
Is Fiebings dye alcohol based?
Fiebing’s Leather Dye is th most recognized penetrating, alcohol-based leather dye in the world! For use on vegetable tanned or unfinished leather. Apply with a sponge or wool dauber.
How long does it take for Fiebings leather dye to dry?
You should allow for approximately 24 hours of dry time for Pro. Regular Leather Dye can dry in as little as 10 minutes and be sealed and finished almost right away. These dry times can vary wildly depending on where you live. If you’re in an extremely humid area, drying can take longer.
How do you stop leather dye from bleeding?
Apply a small amount of conditioner to a clean cloth, then apply conditioner to dry or cracking leather. Apply the conditioner using a circular motion. Apply the sealant according to the manufacturer’s instructions. After you have sprayed an even coating over the whole item, wipe off any excess.
Is Fiebings leather dye aniline?
If I’m not mistaken, Fiebing’s is aniline dye. You have to be very careful, Fiebings makes WONDERFUL alcohol based analine stains, BUT stewmac also offers the Fiebings OIL based fingerboard stain, THIS ISNT for staining woods like necks etc, being oil it colors and seals.
What do you use to seal leather after dying?
Condition + Finish the leather. – After the final coat of dye has completely dried, it’s time to apply a wax based conditioner. Leather conditioner will re-hydrate the leather from any drying caused by the dyeing process or the dye itself, and it will help seal the color.
How do you dye leather?
Use circular motions to apply the dye to avoid streaking. Fiebing’s Pro Dye is our premium leather dye that is more color fast, offers more vivid colors and is less likely to fade over time in sunlight. You choose which dye is right for your project. Tip 1: Fiebing’s dye can be mixed to create infinite colors, tones and shades.
Can you mix leather dye with Fiebing’s pro dye?
If you do mix dye, be sure to make notes of your ratios so you can recreate that desired custom color later. Tip 2: Test on scrap leather or a discreet spot to be sure you are happy with the color and application. Tip 3: Use Fiebing’s Dye Reducer to dilute both Fiebing’s Leather Dye and Fiebing’s Pro Dye to lighten any color.
Can you re-dye a strip finish on leather?
Stripping Finish. In order to re-dye a leather article, the surface must be as near to the natural leather as possible to allow the dye to penetrate. Any old dye, paint or top finish will create a barrier to entry and the dye will not penetrate. If there is any barrier to entry then the dye, when dry, will likely rub off.
What is premium leather dye?
Australian made Premium Leather Dye is alcohol based. Great adhesion with assorted colours. Formulated for Aniline Leathers and Vegetable Tanned leathers that have no sealer so they will take on moisture.