Repair Punctured Leather

Cleanse the area completely with an alcohol wipe or rubbing alcohol applied to a washcloth. Let the area dry completely. If necessary, wait a few minutes.

Condition the area with leather conditioner. This allows the patch to adhere more securely to the leather. After conditioning, wait 24 hours before patching.

Cut the leather patch into a circular shape, slightly larger than the puncture. This reduces the chances of the patch peeling. If the puncture is too small for a patch, apply liquid leather directly over the puncture and let it dry.

Spread repair compound on the area where the patch will touch the leather. Apply it evenly around the puncture. Place the patch on top of the puncture and press firmly. Wait for the adhesive to dry, which should take anywhere from 10 to 15 minutes. If you wish to speed up the drying time, hold a blowdryer no closer than 12 inches from the surface and apply low heat.

Apply repair compound again around the edges of the patch for a better seal.

Wipe the area with alcohol to remove excess repair compound. Only wipe a few times or you may weaken the adhesive that holds the patch to the leather.

Mix together a leather compound (included with the leather repair kit) to color the patch so it matches the color of your leather. A leather repair kit will include several color choices to allow you to match the furniture color reasonably closely. Apply several thin layers on top of the patch to allow it to blend in with the natural color of your leather. Allow each layer to dry before applying the next