# Repairing Abrasions on a Leather Couch
Scuffs and other surface abrasions on your leather couch can be an eyesore. Often caused by accidental scraping of items against the upholstery of the couch, these abrasions wear away the color of the couch, making your furniture look battered and unattractive. To repair the surface abrasions caused by these accidents, one should first treat the surface with a cleaning product that is leather-safe, then follow with a coloring and conditioning regimen to mask the scuffed areas.
Things You'll Need
- Leather cleaner
- Leather recoloring balm or dye
- Leather conditioner
- Cotton swabs
- Clean rags
- Gloves (latex or rubber)
Instructions
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Rub down the damaged surface of the leather couch with a leather-safe, pH-balanced cleaner. By working the cleaner into the leather with a clean rag, you will free any grime or debris and give yourself a clean surface to adhere the color to.
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Apply leather recoloring balm in the same shade as the rest of the couch, using either a sponge (for large abrasions) or a cotton swab (for small areas that need precise coverage). Allow it to dry for several hours.
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Protect the leather and improve its resilience by applying leather conditioner to the recolored areas. This reintroduces natural oils that restore suppleness to the upholstery.
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