Almost every happy owner of a leather sofa has faced the need for periodic restoration. Over time, the leather will develop scuffs, scratches and tears, especially if there are pets in the house. Until recently, elimination of defects was possible by applying patches of identical material, and in case of serious damage, complete re-upholstery. But progress does not stand still, and a special material was invented for the repair of leather products - “liquid leather”.
Liquid leather must be selected in accordance with the shade of the furniture or item
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Restoring leather furniture is a complex process due to the specifics of the material. In the process of restoring the appearance and functionality, it is necessary to correctly replicate the original texture of the upholstery. Difficulties also lie in the selection of colors, which should be ideally combined with the main shades. To repair leather products, special technologies are used to restore them to their original appearance.
Features of leather furniture repair
Leather is an elastic material characterized by durability, unpretentiousness and beauty. Leather furniture is expensive, especially if the material is natural and is a tanned animal skin. More often, ECO leather or leatherette is used in the production of interior items. The properties of these materials are not much different from animal skin, but they cost 30-40% less.
But such a sofa has a significant drawback - the upholstery deteriorates under mechanical stress. It is easy to scratch, and if there are animals in the house, then it is almost impossible to avoid damage to the material. There are special waxes and silicone conditioners that create a protective invisible film that protects against small scratches and cracks. They need to be applied every 3-6 months. But not everyone knows about such means, so leather sofas often become “guests” of a restoration workshop.
Minor damage is removed with liquid leather, the shade of which is selected in accordance with the color of the upholstery. If the defects are strong, then only complete replacement of the upholstery will help. But this has its advantages:
- you can replace leatherette with ECO leather, which has characteristics close to natural material;
- you can change the color of the upholstery so that the furniture fits into the updated interior;
- artificial leather fades in the sun, but this becomes noticeable after changing the upholstery - the new material has a pleasant gloss and bright shade.
Replacing your leather upholstery is a great way to get a new piece of furniture. If you know the cost of such furniture, then you will certainly appreciate the benefits of repairs.
How to remove scratches on wooden furniture
Scratched furniture always spoils the mood, especially if it is still completely new.
There are many reasons for the appearance of defects, but there are also many ways to disguise them. Walnut kernel. A very simple method, but it works. Peel the nut from the hard shell. Rub one of the kernel pieces well into the scratch, the main task is to fill the groove with nut oils. They make these types of flaws less noticeable. You will see the effect after drying. Stain. This tool does the job quite well.
But it should be used carefully. Apply a thin layer, then wait until completely dry
And only after that apply the next layer, if necessary. The advantage of stain is that it not only colors the surface, but is also absorbed into the wood.
Steam. Steam treatment will also help get rid of scratches on furniture. But this method is quite risky, since there is a chance of ruining the plane of the tree. If you decide to try it, you need to do it this way: take a cotton piece of fabric and moisten it with water. Fold it in four layers and place it on the scratched area. Heat the iron, set it to steam and place it on the fabric. Steam will penetrate into the wood, causing it to expand and the groove will disappear.
What you need to know about restoration in the Klebor workshop
Restoration of leather furniture includes several important types of work:
- Removing dirt and stains of any complexity and origin.
- Elimination of cuts and burns from the material.
- Elimination of cracks and abrasions.
- Replacement of worn and broken parts.
- Restoring the functionality of the sofa.
- Painting to refresh faded colors.
- Artistic restoration of antique furniture.
- Softening the material, applying aromatic compounds.
- Application of protective coatings to prevent damage to upholstery.
Masters create the most comfortable conditions for clients:
- Prompt visit and drawing up a repair plan.
- Transporting furniture to the workshop.
- Manufacturing of parts to replace worn ones.
- Providing a full range of item repair services - from removing small scratches to replacing upholstery.
- Providing recommendations for skin care on the sofa.
It is almost impossible to carry out restoration of leather furniture in Moscow on your own. To achieve the desired result, professional equipment and materials are required, which cannot be purchased in a regular store. takes responsibility for the restoration of sofas made of natural and artificial leather. We guarantee high quality and efficiency of services provided.
During restoration, only materials that are safe for humans and animals are used. They do not emit harmful fumes or unpleasant odors.
Cleaning stains
Sooner or later, stains appear on the upholstery. To eliminate them, various means are used, which are selected for each type of contamination separately. For example, to get rid of greasy stains, talc, starch and salt are used. All ingredients are mixed and sprinkled on the contaminated area. Wipe the area to be cleaned with a damp cloth.
It is important to get rid of stains as soon as they form. Some of them will be difficult or even impossible to remove in the future.
Do-it-yourself traces of fresh blood from leather furniture with a rag moistened with cold water. If the stains are already old, use a different method. An aspirin tablet is dissolved in a glass of water. The contaminated area is wiped with a cloth soaked in this solution. A soap solution will do a great job of solving the problem.
Stains from pens, markers and paints will be removed with ordinary citric acid. Dissolve 1 tablespoon of the product in a glass of water. After this, wash the stain and wipe with a dry cloth. If drinks are spilled on the furniture upholstery, it’s no problem. A detergent will help you easily remove traces of tea, juice, and coffee. To avoid damaging the upholstery, it is better to use a substance that does not contain chlorine. The liquid is foamed and applied to the stain with a cloth or sponge.
Wipe the coating with a soap cloth
Remove excess leftovers
Apply a special cleaning product
Let the furniture dry
Important information about restoring a leather sofa
Before restoration, you should familiarize yourself with the features of the service:
- Our craftsmen have a large box of tools and materials in their arsenal. To repair scratches and minor damage, we use elastic compounds and polyurethane paints to simulate the material.
- Repairing a sofa takes from 1 hour to several days, depending on the work required. Minor damage can be repaired quickly and on the spot. To change the upholstery and restore the frame, the furniture is transported to the workshop, which increases the waiting time by at least 1 day.
- We work without noise and dust during restoration at home. But global work, including strengthening the frame, is best done in the workshop. Otherwise, it will be impossible to avoid dust and noise.
- Only you will know that repairs have been made. We remove minor damage so that the area is not noticeable to others. The color scheme helps with this, allowing you to perfectly match the color of the material.
- The materials used are absolutely safe for people, animals and house plants. There is no smell, no vapors are released.
- You can use the sofa immediately after the restoration is completed. Moreover, we will ask you to evaluate the quality of the repairs performed.
- The cost will not change after the work is completed. Initially, you will receive an estimate and an agreement, which specifies the cost of services and the total amount to be paid.
Do not rush to get rid of leather furniture if it has scratches, cracks or major damage. The main condition for restoration is maintaining the integrity of the frame, and everything else can be repaired, replaced, corrected. This way you will save a piece of furniture dear to your soul and wallet, which will become even better after work and will last for at least 5 years.
When restoring sofa upholstery, we select colors that match the main shade of the furniture. If necessary, the covering is completely replaced, which allows you to get a new sofa instead of old furniture.
Let's extend the life of your favorite furniture. We work with vintage, antique interior items and modern pieces. Sofa repairs using innovative technologies and high-quality materials are carried out by craftsmen. Contact us, we will definitely help you restore the beauty and functionality of your furniture.
To order repair of leather furniture, call +7 (985) 763-91-37 or send a photo of the damage to our email
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