Leather jackets are timeless fashion that never go out of fashion and if you carry a leather jacket you have a piece of art that grows richer with the passage of time but with the passage of time the color of the leather jacket fades or you may want a new style with new trends so instead of buying new leather jacket you will make your old jacket new with the dye technique.

 At Leather Hub USA, we believe that a pure leather jacket is an investment that is worth keeping so we are here to tell you that you will update your leather jacket without any damage or losing its original character and you will restore it color or try bold color through which you can learn how to dye a leather jacket. 

Why dye your leather jacket?

There are many reasons why people are choose the dye option and here are some of them:

Restoration: In this case the color of the leather jacket fades due to friction, sunlight or may due to natural aging of leather jacket 

Update Style: Some people dye their leather jacket by only follow the fashion trend like sometime some colors are become trendy or other trend fashion so in this case people choose the dye option

Personalization: Some people choose the dye option due to their personal choice as the a unique look reflect your personality may it is bold red or dark brown 

Cost Saving: Some people choose dye option instead of spending money on new leather jacket 

Tools and Materials

If you are sure about dying you leather jacket so you have must these tools before starting the process recommended by Leather Hub USA: 

• Leather Dye 
• Leather Preparer
• Soft Sponge 
• Painter Tape 
• Old Cloth 
• Leather Conditioner 
• Leather Finish 
• Gloves & Protective sheet for your work place 

Method

1. Prepare Your Work Place 

Dying the leather jacket is a messy process so you have to prepare your work place for the dying process and cover your floor with paper or tape & wear the gloves to protect your skin.  

2. Clean The Leather Jacket 

Clean your leather jacket with leather cleanser or with damp cloth to remove the dirt from the surface of the leather jacket because at the clean surface the dye spreads evenly. 

3. Strip The Old Finish

Apply a leather deglazer to remove the protective coating from your leather jacket to expose the raw leather and this process is difficult because if the old finish remains then the new layer of dye can not penetrate evenly. 

4. Protect The Hardware 

Before applying the first layer you have to cover the hardware of the leather jacket like the zipper, logo or any non leather part of your jacket because it leaves an unwanted stain. 

5. Apply The First Layer of Dye 

Dip a sponge or soft applicator to apply the dye on the jacket so apply lightly and evenly in circular motion for better absorption & avoid soaking your leather jacket.

6. Build Up The Color 

First coat of dye then leave it for more than half hour or one hour then apply second coat of dye and one thing you have to remember is that dye cost layers depend upon the colour of the dye, maybe it requires three coats of dye or four coats.          

7. Buff the jacket

As you are happy with dye color then you have to apply this step after resting for half or more than half hour of drying then gently buff the leather jacket with buff so this step removes the excessive dye and also even the dye throughout the leather jacket.

8. Conditioner The Leather Jacket 

As your leather jacket completely dry out then apply the leather conditioner that will restore the softness and shine of your leather jacket. 

9. Seal The Color 

At the last you have to apply the leather finish to seal the dye that will lock and protect the dye color on the leather, moreover this step lasts the dye color.  

Popular color choice for Leather Jacket

Black Classic: This color is sharp, always in fashion and timeless  

Chocolate Brown: Suitable for causal & formal looks and also warm or versatile

Deep Burgundy: Elegant shade and rich that make the statement 

Navy Blue: Trendy and good for your modern wardrobe 

Bold Choice: For those bold colors like white, red or green to want to stand out their leather jacket

Frequently Asked Question

Q:1 How much longer  will a new dye color last on my leather jacket?

Ans: If you apply all the steps that are given above with proper protection and care then it will last for years and you have to avoid some things like exposure to the excessive heat, harsh chemicals and moistures to enhance its life. 

Q:2 Is the dye process cheaper than buying a new leather jacket?

Ans: Yes, buying a leather jacket is more costly then dyeing a leather jacket and this is a good way to refresh your style then spend a lot of money. 

Q:3 Can a faux leather jacket be dyed? 

Ans: A faux leather jacket can not absorb the dye as compared to the pure leather can absorb so if you have a faux leather jacket then you have to paint it then apply the dye on it. 

Final Thoughts  

Dyeing a leather jacket is a fantastic way to move toward the new style or trend so with the right tools of dying and correct method of applying dye on your leather jacket you will get a brand new style leather jacket. At Leather Hub USA, we suggest our customers take good care of their leather jackets and also use creative ways to expand the age of their leather jackets so a well dyed leather jacket with conditioner steps is not just stunning but it can also last for many years.