Different dyeing techniques

Although there are entire books written on different ways and approaches for coloring veg-tan leather-based, we thought we’d mention some of the concepts for the beginning colorist.

Because of this introduction, we focus on water based color services and products. They're low-odor, simple to tidy up, easy to blend and don’t require solvents becoming diluted. There's also a wider selection of application techniques available and they're readily available globally.

Liquid Based Coloring Items:

Our pro Waterstains, Leather Dyes additionally the All-In-One Stain & Finishes offer a frequent wash of shade whereas Gel Antiques and Hi-Lite Color Stains accent cuts and impressions. Cova Color acrylic paints lay on the top of leather whereas another services and products listed soak in the leather. find out about the distinctions and programs on our YouTube station for more information on Dyeing, Waterstains, and Antiques.

Eco-Flo expert Waterstain – The waterstains offer radiant, consistent shade. The different spots are available in a number of colors and may be blended for even even more difference of color or thinned with water to lessen the strength of the shade. These spots are a special water-based, semi-fluid wax that won’t bleed or rub off and can be utilized on both the grain and flesh edges of veggie tanned leathers.

Eco-Flo Leather Dye – These transparent colors are formulated to enter the surface of all-natural veg-tanned tooling fabric. They can additionally be thinned with water or mixed together for additional hue options. Let dry totally after application and buff between coats to eliminate extra color from surface.

Eco-Flo All-In-One Stain & Finish – Color and finished combined! They are excellent to make use of when drying out time might be a problem, nevertheless they may great for beginners, young ones and groups! Just one layer is preferred and extra top finish is optional.

Eco-Flo Gel Antique – This gel antique was created to give your veg-tanned leather an abundant aged appearance. It will gather inside cuts and impressions of design to carry out of the details of your work. It can also be used to emphasize the normal flaws in fabric, focusing the uniqueness of every piece.