RENOVATING LEATHER, VINYL, PLASTIC, NUBUCK, ALCANTARA, ALU
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Hello. My brother-in-law burnt my sofa with a cigarette. The leather itself is fine but the surface layer has disappeared and is flaking. If nothing is done it will spread. How can I repair it and make it as inconspicuous as possible, please? Which products should I order? I am afraid of making it worse. Thank you very much for your help.
Hello,
I understand your concern. Fortunately, it is perfectly possible to repair this type of damage on your leather sofa. Here are the steps to follow for an optimal result:
Cleaning: Start by cleaning the damaged area with a stain remover cleaner for leather to remove any dirt and grease.
Sanding: Use fine sandpaper to lightly sand the area around the burn in order to smooth the flaking edges.
Applying the repair paste: Apply a SOFOLK leather repair paste to the damaged area. This paste will fill the hollows and create a smooth surface. Leave it to dry according to the product instructions.
Fine sanding: Once the paste is dry, sand lightly again to obtain a perfectly smooth surface.
Colouring: Apply a SOFOLK leather paint in the same colour as your sofa (send us a sample of your leather). For an even result, we recommend recolouring the whole sofa, or at the very least the entire surface of the cushion or section concerned.
Protection : Finally, apply a SOFOLK protective varnish for leather to protect the new colour and give a uniform finish.
To help you choose the right products, I recommend ordering our Leather Sofa Repair and Recolouring Kit. This kit contains everything you need to carry out the repair and recolouring effectively.
Do not hesitate to consult our complete instructions for leather renovation here: Leather renovation instructions.
If you have any doubts or further questions, I am here to help!
Kind regards, SOFOLK Support
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