How To Paint or Dye Vinyl and Leather
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- Опубліковано 6 лип 2020
- Changing the color of your interior can be done in several ways, and in this video, we show you how to paint vinyl and leather. With just a few bucks for a can of paint, painting your seats, door panels, or other interior pieces can be pretty simple. By following a few simple tips and tricks, the final product can look good and last a long time. On the contrary, if some of these are not followed, it will look like a pile of trash and not last long at all.
Changing the color of carpet or cloth (velour) seats can be done with a Dye like RIT, which can be sponged or sprayed on. However, for this occasion, we're dealing with changing the color of a vinyl console cover. Leather will be treated the same way as we do the vinyl.
First, as with just about any procedure, cleanliness is next to Godliness. Make sure the surface you are treating/painting is free of dirt, debris, and contaminants. Warm water and dish soap is always a great general cleaner. Once clean, ensure that the surface is thoroughly dried. Be sure to tape off any areas that you don't want to be painted. As a final prep before painting, wipe the entire area with a Wax & Grease Remover (this can be purchased at a paint supplier), or you can use Isopropyl Alcohol as well.
Now that you're ready for paint, I can't stress enough that you have to use light coats. You'll be tempted to cover everything with paint right out of the gate, but don't do it. Make the first coat a very light dust coat. You're literally just building tack coats for the next coats to stick to. In fact, it may by 3+ coats before all the area is covered. Let the coats dry to a uniform color before applying the next coat. We applied at least 5 coats to this console cover, and we achieved great uniform coverage and something that will last for years without rubbing off.
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I have fairly extensive experience with this particular paint, and I am telling anyone watching this. that he is RIGHT.. This is a GREAT how to do things properly video. The first few light coats ARE the key to a recover job that actually STICKS. DO NOT BE IMPATIENT. You will regret it. This is the MOST accurate vinyl tutorial I've come across on you tube that fully echoes ALL of my experience. My only criticism would be that "wait a few minutes" is a bit vague ... Pretty sure he means 5- 10 minutes from my own experience with similar products.. ( the SEM vinyl paints he mentioned are what I have more experience with) Why am I looking at vinyl painting videos then You might ask...? I'm not.. I'm looking for videos on how to repair holes in vinyl and this one came up... Not what I was looking for.. but, I'm always up to see if I can learn any new tips!. Glad to see there is some actually good advice on you tube still.
What about the smell? I wanna do my seats in my bmw, but I don't want me car smelling like paint for a month
@@cartertaion I wont lie, it IS going to smell for a while, I highly recommend you remove the seats from your vehicle to paint them, and wear a respirator, or at the very least a particulate mask. As for how long it will smell for, That depends on if you put them back in the car right away, effectively sealing the smell of the paint drying/ offgassing insie your car, or if you leave them out of the car to air out for a week or so. You'll probably be able to smell the paint for a week to two after that a bit, but honestly, that "new car small" people seem to love is literally all the plastics in the interior of the new car off gassing just like your paint will be doing for a short time. Happy painting MMIX
should i do the same if is leather? tnx
The video was for vinyl ie a soft surface. Is painting a hard surface like a dashboard the same product and same technique?
@@dave7655 I would say yes, the application would be the same on a mroe rigid plastic surface like a dashboard, but SEM also makes a spray product called "Bumper Coater" which is designed for harder plastic surfaces. Color Coat would work in my opinion with enough dry time I am sure, but Bumper Coater would be a slightly more appropriate choice for things like dashboards or, obviously, bumpers etc.
If you are trying to change the color of a dark color to a lighter one, then to make the color "pop," first paint the vinyl white and then lay down the desired color. I do this with any dark color I wish to change to a lighter one.
Not a bad idea. Just like using a primer or sealer. Thanks for watching.
Thanks for the great video and techniques. Getting ready to paint a vinyl dash that I pulled from a wreck to replace the cracked one in my Suburban.
I did my whole dash 2015 in 2021 still looks like factory never peeled off not even a scratch it's holding up very strong..
That's awesome, and great to hear. Thanks for watching.
@Hue Black am in Vegas and it's been holding up with temperature that reach up to 115 in the summer time.
Did you use anything for the finish mines peeling off all I used was the spray paint
@@jetknight7562 thanks man
@@jetknight7562 what did you use for clear coat?
So glad I found this video. Been dreading the prospect of having to replace the driver's side door panel on my 18yr old Lexus LS430 due to worn vinyl color on the arm rest. Looking forward to trying this out instead. I'll be following every step outlined herein.
Great video. My husband's 2005 Tundra has that same color interior. It needs this!
Good luck! It works great, just make sure it's clean clean and do light coats. Thanks for watching.
Repainting a boat seat with sem and it’s turning out great thanks to your video! Appreciate the tips.
That’s exactly what I came to this video for! Repainting my boat seats haha. I know this was 2 years ago but hope your seats turned out well
Once you get it wet… stop!
Period.
Being patient is key.
Thank you so much!!!
Great tutorial!!
Lmaoooo
That was a great instructional video! Thanks and God bless!
Glad you enjoyed it! Brother, God blesses us every day, and we are so thankful. Thanks for watching and for the good word.
Very nice work thanks for sharing your time 👍
Great video!!
I’m in the upholstery business and do a lot of boats.
spray painting certain sections I have come in very handy.
Very durable as well.
Thanks for watching and commenting.
Does it stand up to salt water Ok on vinyl boat seats?
Started doing this on my bmx seat works great!
Did it hold up well?
That was a great help. was looking to refresh a motorcycle seat.
Wow thanks!! Im doing some parts of a rear seat today and this really is helpful instruction. Appreciate it so much
Great, hope it helps you out. Thanks for watching.
Awesome tutorial,good information.
I learned something new today, you're a great teacher thanks :)
The best tutorial on UA-cam for painting 🔥
Wow, thank you! We really appreciate this. Thanks for watching.
Greetings from Australia! What a great tutorial, cheers mate.
Applied these tips to painting my Air Filter Assembly & it looks A+ Very excited to do my entire engine bay. Thank you!
This is awesome to hear. So glad that it worked for you. I hope the engine bay turns out pristine. Thanks for watching.
Great how to video, thanks for posting.👍
Tysm! I wanted to chanmge my black and white chair to just white, this helped so much!
Really great job on this. My only suggestion would be to use a 4x4 block or something similar to sit it on between coats, so the freshly painted edges aren’t sitting directly on a surface.
Nice video. I was going to replace my door panels. Can't wait to try this method! Thanks for sharing this info! Cheers from Motown!
No problem 👍 Let us know how it works for you. Thanks for watching.
It’s all in the prep work, I just repainted some donor seats for a 63 Mercury Comet, in high gloss black. Even with Matte Black it will be a bit glossy. You can scuff before hand or clean clean clean. Degrease it, use Soap, make sure it is dry. Use isopropyl alcohol 80 percent preferably or get a grease and wax remover. Make sure it’s dry.
Then follow the instructions to this video. Prep work is everything. Follow instructions then you’ll be in the clear.
Can't say it enough, you're exactly right. If it's not clean and free of years of filth and other contaminants, it won't stick. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Shop Tool Reviews I am pretty anal about prep work cause it’s so important, the seats sat out for theee longest time and had years of dirt on them. The foam was still good so I salvaged them. I spent a day cleaning them. Degreasing, soap water, sopping up the dirt and it kept coming back through the pores each time. I waited till I was satisfied, pretty much the best I’m gonna get all things considered. Did a final scuff next day I painted them up. Your video was very very helpful. Thank you!
@@suchite8 What do you use for degreasing?
@@Shoptoolreviews What do you use for degreasing?
How did the finish om the seats come out? Did the color rub off on hot days?
Great advice to gp slow! I've been painting plastic parts with vinyl because it looks amazing. But the vinyl has been chipping with repeated impacts. I thought it would be more durable because I had originally painted a piece where the vinyl bonded crazy good, without adhesion promoter! But I suppose different plastics will behave differently.
Great video thanks for sharing 👍
Thank you so much for this!
Thank you. Awesome video!
Glad you liked it! Thanks for watching.
👍Fantastic. Thank you! 💝
Many thanks! Thanks for watching.
If it’s similar to car painting , you want to get the tape off as soon as you know the paints not going to run , reason being if the paint hardens too much over the tape you stand of a chance of pulling some paint off around the edges , great vid
Thats true for this crap but real leather dye soaks in with some heat from a hair dryer, instantly..its not going on top of the topcoat of leather like this crap does.
Right, always pull tape while fresh will also prevent hard (raised) dry lines.
That looks fantastic
😁 thank you so much!!!
I get it!
It’s like putting on mascara😁☺️
Light layers 👌😁😁🥰
Would you recommend this for changing the color of vinyl bench seats I'm thinking of going from black to white or either a light tan color and also would you recommend wet sanding first saw another video just need an advice which way to go about it thanks?
Thanks man this video was great help love your vids
Would it be okay to do some clear over it afterwards for extra durability? Whether it's a satin or matte clear. Thank you
very good technique
Thanks man it makes total sense now...
Awesome. Thanks for watching.
Excellent video! Would this work on vinyl strapping on deck chairs? Would it be worth it, as there is a metal frame beneath the strapping making it difficult to get the coverage. Your advice?
Tape off the metal and spray the straps. Finish it with a waterproofing spray.
Good deal looks great
Thank you very much.
Restoring a pleather couch that's pealing and it's a 'smokey' grey so will likely paint so I can do layers. I'll be using acrylic latex with a hack to given it more flexibility BUT what sheen would that be? Eggshell seems too dull but semi gloss seems a bit to much. Thoughts?
Instead of your signature you left a thumbprint excellent I love it I will be doing the same😁🤙
Thanks for watching.
thank you! im going to paint my roller skates :)
SEM all day baby great job....Duper color seems to work
We would agree. SEM is a great brand for dying fabric and material. Thanks for watching.
If you sand the leather with a 600 grit paper on a dry sponge it'll help adhere much better. Use a isopropyl alcohol to clean it afterwards and allow it to completely dry before hitting it with the paint.
Sounds like a good plan. Thanks for watching.
Question with leather if the seats have cracks in it will the paint cover some of that? I understand it's not going to be perfect but will it look better than before. Thanks
@@loulowrider2566 In my experience, no, it will not cover or seal up the cracks, especially if they are any larger than hairline ones.
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@@kalynnkallweit7940 how would a light colored spray like white hold up on leather? My concern is blue jeans when the seats are sprayed white.
@@ProjectBimmersanything white is bound to get dirty, others may disagree on this, but if you want white seats, the best bet is a complete reupholster. I say that because white leather is easier to clean than other seats painted white. That’s just me, and that’s the way I’m going in my van. It would hold up way better on the arm rests or dash or other lightly touched and worn surfaces.
The product Dissol is very good for a pre cleaner. Dissolves embedded dirt and grime… then a wash n degrease and paint! Perfect product Dissol. Multi purpose cleaner that my paint guy suggested before re colouring my interior.. wow he was right…. The amount of grime that the dissol removed within a minute, simple scrub washing did not do.
After you paint with the vinyl paint and it dries. Are you then able to apply armor all or other dressing to the painted surfaces over time.
I came here to see if I could spray paint my roller skates neon yellow with rust oleum neon
I have a white primer
But can I do this to my old bike as well!
Wow!! The range of creativity And ideas💕💕😁
Thanks your the Best.. I wanna do my steering wheel leather part with SEM 17413 Light Cashmere Classic Coat i have a 2008 caddy sts ... I wanna also do my arm rest.. another video used this Angelus Brand Matte Acrylic Leather Paint Finisher No. 620, after painting.. they said it will seal & protect the paint finish.. does that work to help the finish stay safe from sweaty arms.. and palms...
I'm not sure about the Angelus product, so I don't want to comment on it. If you let the paint cure and dry really well, I think you'll be pretty impressed. SEM is a great brand as well. Thanks for watching.
Great video :) Will this work on rubber? Specifically old (clean) bicycle inner tubes?
Thank you.
I Like your work covering & i can see u have experience. Will dye stay on seats the same way ?
Yes it will, as long as it is applied correctly. Thanks for watching.
im gonna paint the vinyl parts of my gaming chair! ty for this
This is so cool
It works really well too. Thanks for watching.
Awesome job. How would that dupi color work on old plastic door panel's?
It should work very well. Thanks for watching.
How would I go about fixing my doors panels that some one had already painted ? An the paint is chipping off an not sticking to the vinal panels ? Should I sand them down ? Or just use a degreaser an clean them really well? Or would I have to stop them down with a thinner an start from the beginning of the spraying ?
Thanks for your video. It is great. What's the name and brand of the spray?
do you know anything about using the dupli color vinyl adhesive first ?
What are your thoughts about adding a clear coat for sheen after? Any type of product you recommend or process to keep in mind?
As long as the clear is a fabric type of paint, it should be fine. I would test it first, just to make sure it works with the base paint. Thanks for watching.
Would you recommend this for an overpriced sectional that cost 3k that started to wear & scratched easily after the first year? If so, what about changing the color all together. Debating sectional cover as well. HATE looking at it & certainly can't sell it at a reasonable price in this condition - Ty
what suggestion do you have for painting a vinyl golf cart canopy?
Does Dupli-Color make these vinyl/fabric paints in a wide assortment of colors? Several manufacturers make replacement headrests for the front seats that are fitted with DVD players for the back seat occupants. They all sell them in three standard colors; black/tan/gray. This looks like an excellent way to make them exact match the original OEM leather color, especially because the headrests are usually a low wear application. My Lincoln is a very light tan, almost white, called "Stone". Can Dupli-Color match it?
I’m trying to convert my tan interior to black but I’d like it to look a little factory. Should I get the gloss or the flat paint?
I've used this stuff for years its a good product that works
Yes, it works great, as long as it's prepped well. Thanks for watching.
Orange-red vinyl barstools I sit on every day are now dark orangey- brown from the black dye from my leggings. If painted does the paint come off on my pants and how long will the paint last if I’m sitting and sliding onto the seat several times day? I just bought stretch fabric covers but they just don’t look as good. Thanks for this video and hopefully your reply.
This gives me hope for a project I want to undertake. It's a very large project. I have a King size 4 post bed with this type of leather on the headboard and matching bench. The bed itself is dark "wood" that is fake obviously, I think it's filled with a type of styrofoam..I intend to chalk paint that part, which I have researched to death. The leather is exactly the same as this you've shown...My issue is, it is black...and I want to paint it a light kind of sand color because I am going to antique white the bed itself. My question to you is, do you recommend a base coat of any kind since I will be going from black to a very light color? Or should I just put on as many light coats as it takes to get full coverage, even if that means 20 coats or more? Thank you so much for this video!!
I'd recommend you do exactly as I showed. You just may have more coats. Very light coats to start with. Make sure you have it degreased really well. Many times, furniture gets years of furniture polish, pledge, and other substrates in the fabric/vinyl/leather, so be sure it's very clean. Thanks for watching and commenting.
Thanks!!
Ho w do you maintain the vinyl after painting? Is it safe to use products like the Meguiar’s Ultimate Protectant? Thanks.
I have a 2011 xc 60 Volvo and my dog put teeth masks on leather steering wheel cover. Is there a way to perhaps use super glue to fill in teeth marks then light sand and spray it back to original ?
Nice
Do you need any type of primer or just continue to use light coats?
Is the Dupli-Color better than the RustOleum fabric & vinyl? I’ve only used the RustOleum f&v, but I’ve had difficulties with DulliColor regular spray paint in the past so I tend to avoid it. I’m sure some of it was user error but I know not all of it was.
Curious about what to do if you get fisheyes. Had some show up while testing on a piece of hard plastic, under dash trim. I’ve always thought it was some kind of contaminant but I’ve read it can actually come from the can as well?
Also wondered about a 2 tone interior. If you have to tape off a section, will it possibly pull the paint? Assuming I waited until the first color was completely dry (a few days?)and using painters tape. TIA for any suggestions or answers.
Thank you
Can you spray this over like missing patches like little bitty hose that's rubbed off that you can see the fabric under it
Is there a way to get more of a glossy/shiny finish? Or perhaps another clear product to go over the top to make it glossy?
Neatsfoot oil might work
I’m looking for a specific color. But it’s not available in SEM or duplicolor. Do you know if Krylon fusion works?
Will that same spray paint( color red) work on a 100%polyester pants( leathery feel) and has a shiny red color , I’m not sure if I should RIT dye or or use Clyde’s leather recoloring balm. I’m trying to get the very bright red vinyl color. Please any advice or how to do it properly helps . Thank you
How how do you mask so well. I would love a few tips on how to mask things off before painting
Is something like a Super Green good for cleaning the vinyl? Years ago, they recommended TSP but I’m not even sure they sell that anymore. It’s kind of dangerous stuff.
If i have small holes in my spa headrest covers , should i fill them or will the spray do that.
Good Video- What type of degreaser/cleaner are you using?
It's a wax and grease remover that we get at our auto paint store. Thanks for watching.
Exactly what I was thinking . It’s like he intentionally left out showing it
I want to do this for my boat's vinyl cushions and interior. But then I would like to follow-up with either some type of water repellent or clear rubber type of coating.
What product would you all recommend for that?
That was great information
Glad you liked it. Thanks so much for watching and commenting.
Great informative video. Quick question. Vinyl leather seats exposed to elements like summer sun, rain in fall & cold winter, does this work on those? I wanna paint my motorcycle seat. If wet does the paint stick to my pants if riding the bike? Thanks much.
If you apply the paint correctly, with a very clean surface before painting and applying light coats, it should be fine. Just make sure that the paint is completely dry. I'd leave the seat in the sun for a few hours after painting. You shouldn't have any paint bleeding after that.
Do you recommend any sealer after you apply the paint? Any brand in mind?
No sealer needed. We were using DupliColor in the video. SEM also makes a great interior paint. Thanks for watching.
I have an old 67 gto with white leather seats which are mold stained from sitting for years would you recommend this paint for that purpose?
Your '67 GTO would be vinyl, not leather. Yes, this paint would work perfectly for this. In fact, we have '71 Olds 442 project car (cousin to your GTO), and we painted two of the bucket seats with this same process. Thanks for watching.
Very good video. Will by my next DIY project!
Go for it! Thanks for watching.
Can I use Rust-Oleum Automotive paint ? i have a hard match vintage color. Which procedure do I recommend door panels vinyl.
Just painted my door panels in my chevy impala, from ugly tan, to black. It's been drying for about over 24hrs now. Still wet, any reasons to why it's taking so long to dry?
Will the vinal paint rub off on your arm when you paint the part in question
I'm thinking about painting my golf cart seats. Will this work on those? Can you tape it off and paint stripes as well?
It will definitely work on golf cart seats. I would think that if you try to paint stripes, the paint may wear quicker on the edges where the 2 colors meet.
Multiple coats. Thanks!!
I've got an office chair that had the normal peeling paint to make it look like black leather. I have taken all the peeling material off and now left with whatever material the manufacturer has used underneath. What processes do I need to do now to get the chair back to normal? Is the paint you use in this video what I need?
I bought a rear roll up cargo cover my my Acura mdx. I have black leather interior. The cargo cover only comes in a grey color. All the other colors are discontinued. The roll up material is a vinyl. Will that be ok to paint it since it rolls up within itself when not used? Thank you very much!
Yes, this should work great. I would just make sure to open it all the way up and clean it very well. Make sure it's totally dry before rolling it up. In fact, I'd probably let it dry in the sun for a day or more. Then, it should be fine to roll up. Thanks for watching.
Always clean the tip
How long would this last on low touch boat vinyl?
how do you think this will work if i paint my vinyl fabric poker table top with that spray can? does it change the texture of the material?
For a felt or velvet type material, I would recommend using a liquid dye, like RIT. You can find it at Walmart or online. You just sponge it on with a damp sponge.
Thank you, great video and covers everything well. I am planning on using Rustoleum Vinyl paint-do you know of any negatives about this type? It is available in the color that I need.
Also, is it advisable to purchase SEM vinyl prep? (I am recovering the inside of a boat cabin ceiling vinyl that has discolored and cannot be cleaned..)
Thank you!
Rustoleum Vinyl paint should be fine, but I don't believe I've ever used this specific vinyl paint. SEM products are really good and have been around for decades. You shouldn't have a problem with their prep. Since you're buying the SEM prep, see if they have the color you need as well. Thanks for watching.
@@Shoptoolreviews Thank you!
Very late but can clear coat work for after or is that not needed for this
WHICH DEGREASER DID YOU USE IN THE VIDEO?
I know this ain't plastic but if I'm correct on plastic is wax and grease remover, adhesion promoter, and base color correct? Oh yeah and before you even apply that wax and grease remover is washing also considered?
I've got a Lazy Boy recliner looks like leather but it's vinyl it's an awful ALMOST hunter green would this work on that?