How to Fix a Puncture in Leather

Leather offers a soft, luxurious texture to furniture or clothing, but small tears or punctures can ruin the appearance and finish of your product. Taking punctured leather to a professional for mending can be costly, but you can fix torn leather on your own at a lower cost with the right leather repair kit. Weigh the advantages and disadvantages before you make a decision on doing the repairs yourself or hiring a professional. If you are not careful, you could end up worsening the problem.

Leather repair kit (cleaner, conditioner, leather adhesive patch)

Instructions

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  Order a leather repair kit online or buy one from a chain department store. You can find a quality kit for less than $30 with the required conditioner, leather adhesive patch and cleaner.
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  Clean the entire surface of the leather with the product supplied. This is critical, because dirt and oils accumulate on leather and can interfere with the repair process. Be careful to read the package for any warnings, as some oils may darken a light-colored piece of furniture or clothing.
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  Apply the adhesive to the corners of the leather adhesive patch provided, and carefully place it beneath the puncture or tear mark. Allow several hours (or the time recommended in the instructions) for it to dry.
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  Apply the conditioner, carefully rubbing it onto the damaged area without pulling at the leather. Allow several hours to dry before using.

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