Antiquax Leather Re-Colouring Balm Dark Brown

Antiquax Leather Re-Colouring Balm 250ml

Antiquax Leather Re-Colouring Balm is an easy-to-apply coloured leather restoration balm designed to revive suitable faded, worn and dry leather.

The pigment-based balm helps restore colour and improve the appearance of leather affected by everyday wear, sunlight, direct heat, light scratches and surface abrasion.

Available in Black, Cream and Dark Brown, it is suitable for a wide range of genuine leather applications except suede and nubuck.

Leather Colour Restorer for Faded & Worn Furniture

Leather furniture can gradually lose colour through regular use, sunlight, heat and repeated contact.

Typical areas affected include:

• Sofa seat fronts
• Armchair arms
• Seat cushions
• Back cushions
• Piping and edges
• Headrests
• Leather car seats
• High-contact furniture areas

Antiquax Leather Re-Colouring Balm can help restore colour to compatible leather where the surface has become faded, dry or visibly worn.

It is particularly useful for cosmetic furniture restoration where the leather itself remains structurally sound but the colour has become tired or uneven.

Leather Sofa & Armchair Colour Restoration

On leather sofas and chairs, wear often develops first on arms, cushion edges, seat fronts and other areas that receive regular contact.

The recolouring balm can help blend these worn areas back into the surrounding leather and improve the overall appearance of the furniture.

For routine leather cleaning and maintenance products, browse Fabric & Leather Cleaners.

A suitable cleaning stage is important before recolouring because dirt, grease and surface contamination can interfere with an even finish.

Recolour Light Scratches & Cat Scratches on Leather

Antiquax specifically identifies scratches and abrasion as suitable uses for the recolouring balm.

This includes light cat scratches and superficial colour loss where the scratch has affected the visible finish but has not torn through or structurally damaged the leather.

The balm can help disguise colour contrast around minor scratches by restoring pigment to the affected area.

It will not repair:

• Deep cuts
• Tears
• Missing leather
• Split seams
• Severe cracking
• Loose or peeling surface coatings
• Structural damage beneath the upholstery

Those problems require repair rather than simply recolouring.

Leather Recolouring Balm for Car Seats

Antiquax Leather Re-Colouring Balm can also be used on suitable genuine leather vehicle upholstery.

Leather car seats commonly develop visible wear around:

• Seat bolsters
• Seat edges
• Driver's seat entry points
• Headrests
• Armrests
• Frequently handled surfaces

Sunlight and heat inside a vehicle can also contribute to fading and dryness.

For vehicle trimming and interior repair projects, browse Car Trimming Tools and Automotive Upholstery & Headlining Fabrics.

Always establish that the vehicle surface is genuine compatible leather rather than vinyl or another synthetic covering before using a leather recolouring product.

Black, Cream & Dark Brown Leather Recolouring Balm

The balm is available in three shades:

• Black
• Cream
• Dark Brown

Colour names should be treated as a starting point rather than a guaranteed exact match.

Existing leather may have changed colour through years of:

• Sunlight exposure
• Heat
• Wear
• Cleaning
• Body oils
• Previous treatments
• General ageing

Always test the balm on an inconspicuous area first.

Allow the test to dry completely and inspect it under the lighting where the furniture is normally used.

The wet colour may appear different from the finished, buffed result.

Build the Colour Gradually

Antiquax technical guidance states that the more balm applied, the darker the resulting colour can become.

This makes controlled application important.

Several light applications may provide more control than applying a heavy amount in one go.

Work gradually, particularly when blending a worn area into surrounding original leather.

Avoid creating a sharp line between treated and untreated sections.

How to Apply Antiquax Leather Re-Colouring Balm

Before application, ensure the compatible leather is clean and free from surface dirt.

Always follow the current instructions supplied with the product.

A typical application process is:

1. Clean the leather and allow it to dry.
2. Test the balm on an unseen area.
3. Apply a small amount using a soft cloth.
4. Rub the balm into the leather using a circular motion.
5. Allow approximately 5 minutes for the balm to penetrate.
6. Buff the surface with a clean, dry, soft cloth.
7. Assess the colour after drying.
8. Apply another light treatment if a darker result is required.

The manufacturer advises that one application is often sufficient, with further applications used where additional colour depth is required.

Clean Leather Before Recolouring

Recolouring balm should not simply be rubbed over dirt, grease and accumulated contamination.

Before treatment, clean the compatible leather using an appropriate leather-care product.

For routine leather cleaning options, see Tableau Foam Leather Cleaner or see the Fabric & Leather Cleaners range.

Always check the cleaner is suitable for the exact leather finish and allow the surface to dry thoroughly before applying recolouring balm.

Condition & Maintain Leather After Restoration

Once recolouring is complete and the surface has fully dried, ongoing leather maintenance can help preserve the appearance of suitable leather.

Tableau Leather Cream contains lanolin and waxes and is designed to feed, protect and preserve compatible leather finishes.

It is a separate leather-care product rather than part of the Antiquax recolouring system, so always follow the instructions for both products and test compatibility before combining treatments.

Customers wanting a broader furniture-care solution can also consider the Leather Care Kit.

Not Suitable for Suede or Nubuck

Antiquax Leather Re-Colouring Balm is not suitable for suede or nubuck.

These materials have a raised or brushed surface and should not be treated like conventional smooth finished leather.

Applying ordinary leather balm to suede or nubuck can alter the nap, colour and appearance.

Use only care products specifically made for those materials.

Leather Balm Is Not for Faux Leather or Vinyl

Faux leather and upholstery vinyl can resemble genuine leather but have a fundamentally different surface construction.

Do not assume a leather recolouring balm is suitable for vinyl, artificial leather or coated synthetic upholstery.

If the existing covering is vinyl or faux leather, follow the cleaning and repair instructions for that exact material.

For replacement coverings, browse Upholstery Vinyl & Fabric, including leather-look contract vinyl and automotive materials.

What Leather Recolouring Balm Can & Cannot Repair

Antiquax Leather Re-Colouring Balm is primarily a cosmetic colour-restoration treatment.

It is well suited to:

• Faded leather
• Dry-looking leather
• Worn colour
• Sun bleaching
• Heat-related fading
• Light surface scratches
• Cat scratches
• Minor abrasion
• Worn furniture edges

It cannot restore structural damage such as:

• Deep cracking
• Tears
• Holes
• Failed seams
• Missing material
• Peeling synthetic coatings
• Collapsed cushion interiors
• Broken furniture supports

Where the leather or furniture has suffered structural damage, repair that problem before concentrating on colour restoration.

Leather Restoration for Furniture & Vehicle Interiors

Antiquax Leather Re-Colouring Balm provides a straightforward way to refresh suitable leather furniture, car interiors and other genuine leather items without completely recovering the piece.

It is particularly useful for older sofas, chairs and vehicle seats where the leather remains serviceable but years of wear, heat and sunlight have caused visible colour loss.

For additional cleaning, conditioning and leather-care products, browse Fabric & Leather Cleaners.

Antiquax Leather Re-Colouring Balm 250ml is an easy-to-apply leather colour restorer for reviving suitable faded, worn and dry leather.

Use it for leather sofas, armchairs, car seats and other compatible leather items affected by sunlight, direct heat, surface wear, light scratches or abrasion.

Available in Black, Cream and Dark Brown.

Before recolouring, ensure the leather is clean and dry. Browse Fabric & Leather Cleaners for suitable leather-care products.

Not suitable for suede or nubuck. Always test the chosen colour on a concealed area first and allow it to dry before treating a visible section.