Paint on Leather

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Chris G

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Would you guys say something like Woolite with a dilution and some sufficient scrubbing would take some white paint off leather, or is there a better solution that is safe on leather? Going to try the Woolite today again, tried it the other day with a microfiber with no luck, going to buy a nylon brush and try that? Figured I'd make a post before damaging the leather.



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(like this but all over the place)



Also a side note, I've searched but came back with nothing, probably because it's so elementary knowledge but: Do you guys reuse Microfiber towels (like wash and reuse) or is it just repurchase everytime? The only ones my local automotive stores stocks are ones by a company called Viking, and they are kind of cheap, like 8 bucks for 12 of them.. Wasn't sure if I could just wash and reuse or is it best to buy new.



Thanks Autopia!
 
Nope, the Woolite probably won't touch that -- been there done it.



Beware that a harsh nylon brush could scratch/scuff the leather, so be careful about using much pressure.
 
Yea I had already done the Woolite as well, nothing. Wasn't sure what else might actually take the paint off and not destroy the leather. I remember someone recommending a nylon brush before, but every one I see when I go shopping seems too ruff/harsh.. I need someone to start up an auto detailing supplies store out here =)
 
Chris G said:
Yea I had already done the Woolite as well, nothing. Wasn't sure what else might actually take the paint off and not destroy the leather. I remember someone recommending a nylon brush before, but every one I see when I go shopping seems too ruff/harsh.. I need someone to start up an auto detailing supplies store out here =)
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The tools you need is cotton swab or a blunt out edge of a bamboo skewers precisely on the stain.



The first safe option is by using a pH 2.2 degreaser, it would remove the paint safely without removing the color of the leather. This is the safest approach. However you may want to further topcoat protect it with a urethane topcoat that matches the original luster. Then follows with a non-stick rub resistant protector to resist future such sticky problem.



The second option is by using a pH 2.3 stripper. It will depend how strong the original topcoat is, safe only on crosslinked topcoat. However, the technique is to use only slightly damp cotton swab / bamboo skewers to agitate remove it avoiding any color removal. Topcoat and protector is recommended after successful removal as well.





Note: Test out both products on hidden area of its effect prior to the actual application.





Roger Koh

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Are there any global products that have a ph balance of 2.2? Tried doing a google search for the one recommended from Leather Doctor, but apparently they are online only and their sites down or something (can't do online ordering anyhow, because of work)... Hoping for something that the local store might carry? Not many products seam to list their PH balance. Appreciate the help guys/gals.
 
Winter window washer fluid will dissolve latex house paint. Put on rag and let dwell few minutes and wipe off. Used mild APC to remove any residue.
 
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