Leatherwork Finishes.......What do you use?

[DaveBromley]

Hi guys and gals

I've been doing quite a bit of leatherwork recently, might pluck up the courage to post a couple of pics at some point.

Having used a couple of different finishes to varying degree's of success, my question is Which finish do you personally prefer and why?

I'm looking for specific Brands too as i want to try a couple of new finishes as the ones I have tried to date haven't given me the results i'm looking for.

Thanks

Dave

 

[Dreadhead]

i usually use a coat of neatsfoot oil, then finish with supersheen. though i just ran out and instead bought some resolene. you have to water it down 50/50 but it means it will last me twice as long and is supposed to be a better product according to the folk on leatherworker.net. mixed results so far with the resolene as it pulls up some dye and can leave streaks which i found out the other day so i bought a spray bottle to apply it

i also use carnauba cream every now and then but as Lee kindly pointed out it is not a finish such as supersheen or resolene just a protective wax cream.

 

[mountainm]

I use resolene but TBH I don't like it. It can leave a streaky or blistered finish if you don't work quickly and it's hard to rectify if it goes wrong. Apparently it's much better if you spray it on.

M

 

[Stew]

I've considered giving resolene a go but heard plenty of horror stories so apprehensive about it.

I just use Ko Cho Line at the minute. Love the smell and feel of the leather afterwards.

 

[Dreadhead]

the spray bottle i bought from poundshop is rubbish it squirts more than sprays. anyone recommend a decent spray bottle that gives an even coverage? considering looking for a cheap airbrush

 

[mountainm]

Clear shoe polish works well..

 

[DaveBromley]

I've used Resolene previously and found it leaves a plasticy feel to the leather. Not diluted it though so this might be why lol

Might just get some neetsfoot oil and use that

Dave

 

[Dougster]

Golden Mink oil from LePrevo, occasionally resolene. I had a few nightmares but fast and smooth is the key.

 

[wanderinstar]

When you have decided on a finishing product, if you want to spray it on. There are these proucts available from Identity store.

Preval Power Unit. 2091-00 £8.19
Preval Container, 2092-00 £2.51

Vat and delivery extra on both items.

No link with company, just a very satisfied customer.

 

[Hibrion]

Depending on the product, I tend to use either fiebings resolene or sno seal as the final sealer. You need to practice a bit with the resolene to get good results, but I've found it the best all rounder.

 

[Balloonatic]

I swear by a 50/50 mix of beeswax and neatsfoot oil, it is waterproof and protects the leather well, gives it a nice satin sheen and smells good too. You can see some examples here:

http://yeomansleather.blogspot.co.uk/

 

[John Fenna]

Cherry Blossom and elbow grease....

 

[Imagedude]

Mr Sheen furniture polish.