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Hi Roger,
I noticed that the topcoat comes off quite easily for a vintage bag. I had applied about 5 layers of topcoat, drying after each layer. Now I can rub the topcoat with my fingers and it comes off.
How do I make the topcoat stay? Is the bag too dry?
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Please share your procedure prior to top coating.
I used the usual hydrator-fatliquor-hydrator cycles several times (can't remember the number). Last step before topcoat is hydrator to clean the surface, and left to dry completely.Quote:
Originally Posted by Roger Koh
Also, subsequent application of topcoat may form droplets on the surface, instead of a smooth surface. Should I apply surfactant 3.6 in between topcoats?Quote:
Originally Posted by Roger Koh
>>> I used the usual hydrator-fatliquor-hydrator cycles several times (can't remember the number). Last step before topcoat is hydrator to clean the surface, and left to dry completely.
Option-1 (Test it out on a hidden area or bottom of the bag.)
1- Use LeatherEraser-4 or equivalent to erasing surface residue as dry-preparation.
2- Apply the top coat, blow-dry, and repeat until satisfied.
Option-2 (Test it out on a hidden area or bottom of the bag.)
1- Use LeatherEraser-4 or equivalent to erasing surface residue as dry-preparation.
2- Rub on Adhesor-73 to promote adhesion and let it dry.
3- Aniline-76
4- AnilineTop-76G
5- Leather Protector-B/B+
>>> Also, subsequent application of topcoat may form droplets on the surface, instead of a smooth surface.
Wash off the brush with warm water and use it again or use a new brush.
>>> Should I apply surfactant 3.6 in between topcoats?
No!
Hi Roger,
if the surface of a bag appears "suede" from wearing, what are the steps to restore it?
are the steps:
degreaser --> rinse --> hydrator -> fatliquor --> hydrator --> aniline topcoat?
>>> if the surface of a bag appears "suede" from wearing, what are the steps to restore it?
“Suede” or worn grain surface is smooth with ‘Adhesor-73’ after dry preparation with ‘LeatherEraser-4’.
Tips:
Brushing action in a circular motion is recommended for suede or worn surfaces to create smooth skin when dry with Adhesor-73.