Seat Doctors Leather Dye Rub On Method and Paint Sponge Method

I will add some more details later, such as the timestamps for the rub on method using a lint-free cloth or towel, and for the paint sponge method. I'll also add some more advice for preparation, application, and aftercare.

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  • @felixaripa6482
    @felixaripa64823 ай бұрын

    I used this and am thoroughly impressed. I bought the dye for my 98 eagle talon tsi awd. Sent in my vin and they sent me a perfect match. I grew up doing art so this came naturally to me and I used a bit of my own creativity. I cleaned the leather, deglazed with acetone, I also used acetone on a magic eraser on the rough cracked areas to buff our the rough spots. I then applied light layers and used the hair dryer method. My seats look brand new. I'm so happy with this.

  • @maria41772003
    @maria4177200328 күн бұрын

    I just finished doing my husband’s truck, Wow this product is amazing, it was easy to apply and the results were amazing!

  • @mikeberryman5322
    @mikeberryman53222 жыл бұрын

    Its a freak show how well this works and how perfectly the color matches.

  • @LetsGoECU1
    @LetsGoECU1 Жыл бұрын

    Product worked wonderfully. Not to mention some of the best customer service I've encountered with any online vendor ever. Guy is legit people!

  • @GlassWolfLH
    @GlassWolfLH Жыл бұрын

    Can you post a video showing how to apply your crack filler, prior to dying the leather?

  • @billmoore6411
    @billmoore64112 жыл бұрын

    I purchas this dye for my 1994 Cadillac Eldorado (Montana Blue) it matches perfectly, and I'm happy with the results.

  • @moteleyes2
    @moteleyes2 Жыл бұрын

    I used this product on my Nissan Murano steeringwheel and it looks GREAT. I am VERY happy with how it turned out. Looks like new! I would totally recommend this for touchups, repairs, and etc.

  • @GRINGOf10

    @GRINGOf10

    8 ай бұрын

    Wonder if you’ll reply after a year lol did you use just a normal black or a special black for hour Murano?

  • @rbelloff1
    @rbelloff14 жыл бұрын

    Just completed using Andy's dye. Great, great match!!

  • @rickmcnelly
    @rickmcnelly2 жыл бұрын

    Just used some of this on my black leather MX-5 seats, with great results!

  • @DD-zd7xp
    @DD-zd7xp2 ай бұрын

    Very good! Love the symbiotic term usage. This guy is great

  • @brianbustard4258
    @brianbustard42582 жыл бұрын

    Used this on a 2011 Explorer and as other say it's a perfect match and looks great. Super product.

  • @rockslo

    @rockslo

    9 ай бұрын

    Agreed. Worked so well for me

  • @virtualmatter2010
    @virtualmatter20103 жыл бұрын

    Got my dye today for my Saab 9-3 with parchment leather. Perfect match! Thanks for the video and FAQ’s on your website!

  • @benjohnson8204

    @benjohnson8204

    2 жыл бұрын

    How long did it take you to get your die after you ordered it

  • @michaeljorcutt3142
    @michaeljorcutt31423 жыл бұрын

    Subscribed. And purchased product. Well explained Tutorial Video. Highly recommend watching this if you care about you car seats. I just received my bottle. Perfect match and easy repair. Watching this video prepared me in advance and made the process so easy. Great communication from Andy throughout the process.

  • @KipBurbank1
    @KipBurbank13 жыл бұрын

    I’ve used it several times, it’s great. Match was perfect, Towncar and Durango. Next my Alfa Romeo and the Abarth.

  • @kimharlan5032
    @kimharlan5032 Жыл бұрын

    My son and I are so glad we found the Seat Doctors videos and website. I bought him a 2012 Hyundai Elantra with black leather seats, but the color was worn in numerous areas to a bare leather color. They matched the color exactly, based off the vin of the car and "WOW!" the rear seat look amazing. We're getting ready to work on the front ones now. The cost of the dye is well worth the price and much cheaper than replacing the seats (even with something from the junkyard). I Recommend watching the videos entirely and following the steps as demonstrated and explained.

  • @quincyticconi9287
    @quincyticconi92873 жыл бұрын

    Looking forward to trying this product on my seats. Just made the purchase.

  • @chrisarmstrong4097
    @chrisarmstrong40973 жыл бұрын

    The rub on method with Seat Doctor dye worked great on my S2000 seats. Thanks!

  • @matthewl2260

    @matthewl2260

    3 жыл бұрын

    Did you do the full seat of just touch up spots?

  • @efrainduarte6295
    @efrainduarte62952 жыл бұрын

    Thanks, about to do it today. Thanks for the video and the quick shipping.

  • @salvadorrosales6255
    @salvadorrosales62553 жыл бұрын

    I just got mine today for my Acura. Perfect match. Hopefully it goes a long way because I have a lot to cover.

  • @REGGIEEVERREADY
    @REGGIEEVERREADY5 жыл бұрын

    I'm going to try the product. when I do I'll do a review on my channel. Thank you for this video. I came here after going to the website.

  • @andredesouza9767

    @andredesouza9767

    4 жыл бұрын

    Where I can get the product ?

  • @smileoftenatsea
    @smileoftenatsea3 жыл бұрын

    How long before you can use the seat/car again? Does it have dry for a longer period of time?

  • @wattsobx
    @wattsobx11 ай бұрын

    any videos also using the crack filler? That would be very helpful!

  • @BuddysDIY
    @BuddysDIY3 жыл бұрын

    Andy is awesome guys. He sponsors some of my videos and his products are top knotch in quality

  • @truthlove1114

    @truthlove1114

    2 жыл бұрын

    Buddy I saw you use it and I ended up ordering some. Excited to try it on our seats

  • @bernicebrown2022
    @bernicebrown20222 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for sharing. This was so helpful. But I have an acura with dove gray seats. My driver seat has a blue stain that I can't remove with cleaners. I purchased the dye from seat doctors- exact match but will I have to dye the entire section of the car seat for a stain in the middle of the seat? My test patch is a good match but it seems a little lighter. Maybe additional coats will look darker?

  • @gregs_garage
    @gregs_garage3 жыл бұрын

    well done video gives me a great idea how to proceed.

  • @saveamerica2896
    @saveamerica28962 ай бұрын

    Omg that turnee out perfect.

  • @dprzybycien
    @dprzybycien Жыл бұрын

    This stuff is incredible! Perfect Match for my 2019 Volvo -- Wondering when it is safe to apply leather conditioner to the seat after applying the dye?

  • @ise3884
    @ise38842 ай бұрын

    Andy...you the man...thanks so much for the video....im about to buy one for 03 Lexus sc430 ecru interior...

  • @callmequ

    @callmequ

    2 ай бұрын

    just got mine delivered today for the 05 Ls430 cashmere, High hopes😁

  • @rockslo
    @rockslo9 ай бұрын

    After applying the stain (looks fantastic btw) is there a product I should apply afterwards? Is it ok to treat the leather with a conditioner or protectant? Thanks!

  • @puffyelvis5895
    @puffyelvis58952 жыл бұрын

    I applied conditioner about a week ago and noticed some light spots on black Lexus seats. Do I need to use alcohol to remove the conditioner before using your dye?

  • @RodStewartFan
    @RodStewartFan Жыл бұрын

    So I have a brand new Mazda CX-30 Preferred with parchment colored seats and got tree sap from SOMEONE 🤬 leaving the sunroom open. I got the sap off, but it took the color off or maybe it's just what won't come off of the leather. ANYWAY, ordered the parchment color as per instructured by Andy. I'm waiting for it to arrive, and was wondering what would you recommend I use to apply? A painter's brush , a makeup sponge ....Its basically a long straight thin line and then a few droplets on the bottom. Thank you!!!

  • @jeffb243
    @jeffb2433 жыл бұрын

    What about if you have 2 tone seats? I have black/red seats in my C5 Corvette. What would the masking procedure be?

  • @donaldswift
    @donaldswift2 жыл бұрын

    I got the Seat Doctors oyster for my Mercedes 320clk 2002. I am applying it today like in the video with folded paper towels very carefully per video. The color so far is inconsistent and spotty, after two light coats. Is there anyway to make it more consistent other than carefully applying more coats?

  • @maxter000
    @maxter0008 ай бұрын

    great video , so how do i fix uneven color spots ? i apply around 4 coats already and still getting some spots with a lighter color than the rest of the seat :/ also on one spot you can see streak of paint.

  • @upholsterycars608
    @upholsterycars6083 жыл бұрын

    You are doing good

  • @museatex111
    @museatex11111 ай бұрын

    I have used this product as well. Unfortunately the filler doesn't hold up. If you apply it to the piece of leather that gets stretched when you sit-down or get up it will crack. The paint is disappointing as it comes off if you use rubbing alcohol and most likely will come off if using another cleaner. It should not happen to leather dye. You need to apply seven coats to make it even if not using spray gun. The leather texture is lost by the time you are done. Overall great for car flippers but I am not one of them. Color matching was not very close in my case, definitely noticeable if you don't paint the entire interior but this could vary. 1 filler is not enough for 1 seat and they claim it is enough for the entire vehicle. So get 2 of them if you have a lot of repairs and don't expect magic. Overall the seats look better, but I need to find filler alternative. Tired of reapplying and repainting...

  • @christurbo951
    @christurbo9514 жыл бұрын

    I ordered some dye last week to fix the steering wheel in my 996 turbo. I was cleaning it and some of the dye came out. That looks like a 944 or 911 seat.

  • @user-wz3ry6zl3b
    @user-wz3ry6zl3b Жыл бұрын

    what about the filler and the leather coat? or you dont have to use them?

  • @Banddddz
    @BanddddzАй бұрын

    How long should you allow each coat to dry using the sponge brush method ? Is it only until it flashes with the hair blower or is there a specific time

  • @asaine
    @asaine2 жыл бұрын

    I have been searching for the best DIY method of repairing the damage to my leather seats (2009 Honda Accord Sedan EX-L) and your products appears to be the best solution. I didn't want to have to use a spray gun to apply the leather dye. The process you demonstrated is simple and effective. To that I say, "SOLD!"

  • @ggsupreme5831

    @ggsupreme5831

    Жыл бұрын

    Same car and year just have the v6 engine I have the tan seats and planning to do the same method of repair

  • @leroijr407
    @leroijr407 Жыл бұрын

    Hello. I am ordering from your website, but I have a quick question. Part of my seats are black leather, and i want to rub on a java brown color. What would I need to do for the slightly lighter color to turn out ok?thank you

  • @cosandraodame7623
    @cosandraodame76232 жыл бұрын

    I would like you to demonstrate a really bad looking seat and fill in the dye with that. This particular seat is really doesn't look too bad.

  • @JustinRaney
    @JustinRaney2 жыл бұрын

    This is "seat doctors leather dye rub" It lays over a light coat of leather material or dye to old leather? Where can i find it in jet black or black color for a 99 corvette?

  • @ronkhan8163
    @ronkhan81633 жыл бұрын

    Used the dye on my acura tl tan colour. Perfect match but few streaks. Hope it fades away when it dries. Overall great product. Not sure when to apply conditioner after dye. From Toronto Canada

  • @terrancejacob6567

    @terrancejacob6567

    3 жыл бұрын

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  • @nicolasjaziel3610

    @nicolasjaziel3610

    3 жыл бұрын

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    @lennoxkayson1018

    3 жыл бұрын

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  • @bugsbunnygang7188
    @bugsbunnygang71883 жыл бұрын

    Does this need some kind of protecting clear coat?

  • @bmwn5238
    @bmwn5238 Жыл бұрын

    THANKS

  • @123lolshto
    @123lolshtoАй бұрын

    Hi! What is the liquid in bottle? I mean clear liquid you apply on towel before buffing

  • @bbstacker70
    @bbstacker702 жыл бұрын

    So, to make sure I understood you correctly, I should condition the leather prior to applying the dye?...with all dry of course. You did a superb job.

  • @scottadams1119

    @scottadams1119

    Жыл бұрын

    For anyone that follows, no, do not condition the leather, only clean it with a water based cleaner (Lexol or Simple Green) first. Conditioner will leave a residue. Clean, apply dye, let dry, apply second coat, let dry (third coat if needed), let dry for a few days afterward. Then conditioner every six months or so. 👍

  • @scottadams1119

    @scottadams1119

    Жыл бұрын

    No, do not apply conditioner first, it will leave residue. Clean the area with water-based product (Lexol or Simple Green), let dry for a few hours. Then apply dye, let dry. Apply second coat and let dry. Apply third coat if needed and let dry. Let area dry for a few days before applying conditioner. Condition every six months or so. 👌

  • @Mbcoinsnet
    @Mbcoinsnet11 ай бұрын

    Can you match oyster white for a 1980 corvette with only a 13 digit vin number?

  • @whocares0316
    @whocares03164 жыл бұрын

    What product can i use to remove another dye i tried to use which did not match the color of my leather seat. Will something like the cleaner in your video do it ? I want to remove the prior product i used before i apply your recommended product.

  • @ajonrichards

    @ajonrichards

    3 жыл бұрын

    You can usually go right over the incorrect color with the new dye, unless it's significantly different than the color you're applying.

  • @spauldingclassics

    @spauldingclassics

    Жыл бұрын

    ​@@ajonrichards depends if it's solvent or water base dye

  • @TonightWeGrill
    @TonightWeGrill3 ай бұрын

    The cracks I filled in with the gray filler, even after I sanded, won’t take the dye. I have brown leather and after multiple coats it just has a pink/red color to it where the filler is. What am I doing wrong?

  • @wolfeadventures
    @wolfeadventures4 ай бұрын

    How about the durability of this product? Will it hold up to wear?

  • @notbanksy8294
    @notbanksy82946 ай бұрын

    Is there something I can mix with the dye to change the hue?

  • @Mike-nw3io
    @Mike-nw3io Жыл бұрын

    The color definitely matches my seats but for no reason no matter what I do, even if I use a little bit less or little bit more dye it always makes streaks and doesnt spread evenly even though I follow all the steps in the video

  • @AvatarAang926
    @AvatarAang92611 ай бұрын

    unfortunately I have a pretty large gash in my seat, a tear. do you recommend just replacing the leather altogether?

  • @ripstah1908

    @ripstah1908

    11 ай бұрын

    Take it to an upholstery shop and they can fix it

  • @tonyjparrish3536
    @tonyjparrish3536 Жыл бұрын

    The directions on the simply green bottle says do not use on leather please advise

  • @hobolyf
    @hobolyf2 жыл бұрын

    I have a small hole. Do you guys sell leather filler?

  • @sontran-qd1zs
    @sontran-qd1zs3 жыл бұрын

    How long will a bottle stay good for after opening?

  • @ajonrichards

    @ajonrichards

    3 жыл бұрын

    Normally a bottle stays good for about a year. After that the additives in the dye tend to separate don't want to mix back in properly.

  • @papi7rx7
    @papi7rx73 жыл бұрын

    Where do I buy the color paint? Need something similar go the color you are using. How to I go about getting color match for car?

  • @omg-bh4pg

    @omg-bh4pg

    2 жыл бұрын

    I emailed the company my vin number and andy told me which color to buy.

  • @30YearOldBunta
    @30YearOldBunta Жыл бұрын

    repairing a steering wheel without any filler and getting incredible results, I'm gonna be able to restore my entire car with one bottle and thing of filler! If you have anything other than black (and honestly black too, theres so many blacks) don't bother with Clyde's... terrible return policy and much smaller amounts.

  • @dank6408
    @dank64083 жыл бұрын

    Can you apply it to perforated seats

  • @ajonrichards

    @ajonrichards

    3 жыл бұрын

    Good morning! Yes you can! Leather dye is very thin and will not plug the perforations in the leather

  • @MrDlbonano
    @MrDlbonano3 жыл бұрын

    i need to order the color dye for 2009 Lexus rx350 ( Light Gray (LA11)) what color code is that on your website?

  • @ajonrichards

    @ajonrichards

    3 жыл бұрын

    Good morning! LA11 on the 2009 Lexus RX is Light Gray.

  • @ronkhan8163
    @ronkhan81633 жыл бұрын

    How long before applying conditioner

  • @sganet_

    @sganet_

    3 жыл бұрын

    Wait like a day or 2 probably

  • @ajonrichards

    @ajonrichards

    3 жыл бұрын

    Good morning! At least 48 hours, but depending on the extend of the repair and the temperature/humidity, sometimes it's best to wait up to 2 weeks afterward.

  • @andredesouza9767
    @andredesouza97674 жыл бұрын

    Where I can get the product ?

  • @whocares0316

    @whocares0316

    4 жыл бұрын

    on the internet at seatdoctors.com

  • @andredesouza9767

    @andredesouza9767

    4 жыл бұрын

    @@whocares0316 Thank you very much for respond ;)

  • @shimmerdetail1

    @shimmerdetail1

    3 жыл бұрын

    Do you use alcohol for a final cleaning pass or no? Just the simple green as the final cleaning pass?

  • @robbiturner1349
    @robbiturner13492 жыл бұрын

    Buy this company's product you won't be disappointed, we are extremely satisfied with the end results.

  • @thechuck141
    @thechuck1413 жыл бұрын

    I got to be kidding I just bid my seat paid more and it was back breaking had to take seat out and it was a spray pain can 25 each.

  • @trevorpienaar7189

    @trevorpienaar7189

    2 жыл бұрын

    Don't understand what you are trying to say, Chuck Miles.!

  • @nathanhaines1721
    @nathanhaines17212 жыл бұрын

    This video is actually kind of Bob Rossish.

  • @shiftbr6045
    @shiftbr6045 Жыл бұрын

    The really tricky its do it on Perfured area and he's dont show that for some reason!!

  • @weavingshroud

    @weavingshroud

    Жыл бұрын

    If it dries just poke them out with a toothpick

  • @TheVagolfer
    @TheVagolfer6 ай бұрын

    Tap, do not wipe! Use a foam brush and tap the dye on the leather.

  • @AqwWyo

    @AqwWyo

    6 ай бұрын

    I made that mistake now I need to redo it

  • @TheVagolfer

    @TheVagolfer

    6 ай бұрын

    @@AqwWyo I made that mistake on my first one...Never again!

  • @AqwWyo

    @AqwWyo

    6 ай бұрын

    @TheVagolfer how did you correct the mistake if you don't mind me asking? Thinking of using the paper towel method

  • @lmfao-og9bk

    @lmfao-og9bk

    25 күн бұрын

    Which one is the mistake? I thought the foam brushes work better.

  • @ctaukus9146
    @ctaukus91462 жыл бұрын

    At this pace it should take only a month to do 4 seats

  • @123poopya
    @123poopyaАй бұрын

    Howdy, I ordered your dye to cover a tiny burn from a cigarette ember..how do I take care of the seat after I've applied the dye?