Leatherique Rejuvenator
02-10-2013, 12:05 PM
#16
Yeah. If you want the maximum benefit anyway. Any leather conditioner needs a fair amount of prep work to make the leather accept the product. I used to always use a diluted solution of water and APC (all purpose cleaner) and a relatively soft bristled brush on the leather surfaces to really get the leather clean. And then apply the product. Back then, I used Poorboys World Leather Stuff (which is awesome on any interior surface actually). Leatherique is just a whole different level of effective though. I wish I had pics before and after of my wife's old '97 volvo 850. It was beat but Leatherique made the seats soft again...I was impressed.
02-10-2013, 04:25 PM
#17
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Ive used this in older cars where the leather has hardened and feels like cardboard. It definitely does wonders and is pretty awesome stuff. If your car isnt old or hasnt been exposed to the elements, you can get by on Zaino but if your leather has lost its suppleness, its definitely the best out there.
Its a bit tedious applying it as there is a long wait time and you need to do it on a hot day...
Its a bit tedious applying it as there is a long wait time and you need to do it on a hot day...
How often did you have to treat the leather before you felt the softness?
02-10-2013, 05:14 PM
#18
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Depending on how old and hard the leather is it might take 2 or even 3 applications but it will soften the leather!
Instructions from Leatherique website: http://www.leatherique.com/do_it_you...irections.html
Instead of using my hands I put the Rejuvenator Oil in a small bowl and apply it with a foam brush like here: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...r-care-how-to/
Some more info with pics: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...roduct-review/
Here is a article on how to remove blue jean dye from leather: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...d-leatherique/
Last edited by fskof; 02-10-2013 at 05:51 PM.
02-10-2013, 05:47 PM
#19
To get old hard cardboard like leather back to soft leather you will have to use both products. The secret is when after applying the rejuvenator on to the leather let the car sit in the sun with the windows rolled up tp create a " steam room" for a good 24 hrs
Instructions from Leatherique website: http://www.leatherique.com/do_it_you...irections.html
Instead of using my hands I put the Rejuvenator Oil in a small bowl and apply it with a foam brush like here: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...r-care-how-to/
Some more info with pics: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...roduct-review/
Depending on how old and hard the leather is it might take 2 or even 3 applications but it will soften the leather!
Instructions from Leatherique website: http://www.leatherique.com/do_it_you...irections.html
Instead of using my hands I put the Rejuvenator Oil in a small bowl and apply it with a foam brush like here: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...r-care-how-to/
Some more info with pics: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...roduct-review/
Depending on how old and hard the leather is it might take 2 or even 3 applications but it will soften the leather!
02-10-2013, 06:17 PM
#20
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To get old hard cardboard like leather back to soft leather you will have to use both products. The secret is when after applying the rejuvenator on to the leather let the car sit in the sun with the windows rolled up tp create a " steam room" for a good 24 hrs
Depending on how old and hard the leather is it might take 2 or even 3 applications but it will soften the leather!
Instructions from Leatherique website: http://www.leatherique.com/do_it_you...irections.html
Instead of using my hands I put the Rejuvenator Oil in a small bowl and apply it with a foam brush like here: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...r-care-how-to/
Some more info with pics: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...roduct-review/
Here is a article on how to remove blue jean dye from leather: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...d-leatherique/
Depending on how old and hard the leather is it might take 2 or even 3 applications but it will soften the leather!
Instructions from Leatherique website: http://www.leatherique.com/do_it_you...irections.html
Instead of using my hands I put the Rejuvenator Oil in a small bowl and apply it with a foam brush like here: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...r-care-how-to/
Some more info with pics: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...roduct-review/
Here is a article on how to remove blue jean dye from leather: http://www.detailedimage.com/Ask-a-P...d-leatherique/
02-10-2013, 07:15 PM
#21
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1976 is nothing. I was at a auto restoration shop where they were working on an old Jaguar from the late 50's with its original seats that were hard as cardboard. I could not believe how soft they became after a few applications. I went home and spent four days researching Leatherique on different message forums and then I started talking to different restoration shops and leather upholstery shops and that made me a believer in this product, but remember the secret is to get the seats warm so park the car outside in the sun and close the windows. If you can try to post some before and after photo's would be great!
Also what kind of car are you planning on treating?
02-10-2013, 07:18 PM
#22
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Guys,
I think a few of you have recommended the Leatherique Rejuvenator for leather upholstery in our cars. I picked some up from AutoGeek recently and used this week. I am utterly amazed at how incredible the car looks now. My leather isn't dry or scorn in any way but the Leatherique took the look and feel to an all new level. I would even recommend it for new cars to soften and protect. Using the Leatherique on the Leather and 303 on the Vinyl makes and unbeatable combination. It's expensive but works unquestionably well.
BTW I also used the stuff on one of my wifes old Coach purses and she was amazed at how nice it turned out. I think I got out of buying a new black Coach. Just say'n guys....easy to justify this purchase if you catch my drift.
I think a few of you have recommended the Leatherique Rejuvenator for leather upholstery in our cars. I picked some up from AutoGeek recently and used this week. I am utterly amazed at how incredible the car looks now. My leather isn't dry or scorn in any way but the Leatherique took the look and feel to an all new level. I would even recommend it for new cars to soften and protect. Using the Leatherique on the Leather and 303 on the Vinyl makes and unbeatable combination. It's expensive but works unquestionably well.
BTW I also used the stuff on one of my wifes old Coach purses and she was amazed at how nice it turned out. I think I got out of buying a new black Coach. Just say'n guys....easy to justify this purchase if you catch my drift.
Also I bought it from Leatherique website it was on sale and they had the cheapest price that I could find!
02-10-2013, 09:16 PM
#23
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1976 is nothing. I was at a auto restoration shop where they were working on an old Jaguar from the late 50's with its original seats that were hard as cardboard. I could not believe how soft they became after a few applications. I went home and spent four days researching Leatherique on different message forums and then I started talking to different restoration shops and leather upholstery shops and that made me a believer in this product, but remember the secret is to get the seats warm so park the car outside in the sun and close the windows. If you can try to post some before and after photo's would be great!
Also what kind of car are you planning on treating?
Also what kind of car are you planning on treating?
02-11-2013, 12:04 AM
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I let it soak for 2 days since it's in the 50F here. Autogeek has 15% off and free shipping.
02-11-2013, 10:42 AM
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02-11-2013, 12:32 PM
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After spending some time recently reading up about leather types when I needed to get a sofa couch re-covered, I found out most automotive seat leathers are coated with plastic coating to provide wear and UV protection, and "leather" treatment does not actually penetrate through the plastic coating to serve the purpose of supplying the leather with the various compounds to keep the leather soft etc.