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Review on ๐Ÿ› ๏ธ Enhanced 3M Leather and Vinyl Repair Kit for Ultimate Restoration - 08579 by Sherman Lancaster

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Far exceeded expectations. It requires skill, caution and practice. read tips.

It's not a quick and easy fix, but it's a huge win if you're willing to take your time, be careful, and develop some skills. First, you will become an expert at mixing colors. The liquid is like acrylic paint and won't dry out when opened to mix, so don't rush. There are instructions, but you need a good eye and a good eye for color. I had no experience, I started with a training sheet, then in an inconspicuous place, then I gained courage and skills. He restored a badly damaged housing for an expensive telescope worth thousands of dollars. There was no vinyl in the corners and it took several steps. Experiment with textures and know that you can layer them on like layers of paint if you want to change the texture or enhance the color for a better match. It is best to do small sections โ€“ TAKE TIME! To touch up a chipped car paint, simply apply the salve to a tiny hole, not covering the surrounding undamaged surface. As a heat source, I used a frying pan over low heat so that the water droplets spread easily. I left the little tool in the pot between uses. Also, the toothpick was MUCH more useful than the "spatula" tool that came with the kit. When you apply your paint, you'll have a small pot of your custom paint left over for future repairs. It has the same expiration date as the colored components that come with the kit.

Pros
  • Repairing rips, burns and tears in leather and vinyl
Cons
  • The list will go on.