# How to Remove Surface Dye from Leather
Removing surface dye from leather furniture it the first step in redying leather products. Surface dye is leather coloring that lies only on the uppermost layer the leather. This dying technique is used in products such as leather furniture, shoes, coats, and even car seats. There are many professional products available to allow you to remove leather surface dye in your own home.
Things You'll Need
- Leather deglazer product
- Soft clean white cloth
- Protective gloves
Instructions
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Removing Surface Dye from Leather
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Rub the deglazer product generously onto the leather with a soft brush or clean cloth. Leather deglazer can be found in hardware stores, leather stores, and shoe repair shops. For additional information, see the Resource and Reference sections.
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Allow the deglazer to fully absorb into the leather to remove the surface dye. Wait at least two hours, or even overnight.
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Wipe the leather clean with a soft cloth to remove any excess deglazing product or surface dye.
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Repeat the process if all of the surface dye has not been removed.
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