I am a leather repair pro - DO NOT DO THIS. This looks great, but you are prematurely aging your leather.Your leather needs mostly moisture and a little oil, which are specifically tested and pH-corrected to be safe for leather in commercial leather care products. Food oils break down into rancid by-products, attract insects and pets, and seal the leather so it cannot absorb more moisture which it needs to be strong as well as supple. It is also the wrong pH. Wrong pH products remain in the leather permanently and slowly keep rotting it forever. Oils spread out forever, so a larger area is affected. Most upholstery leather has a water-resistant finish on it. You can seem to get away with a lot of things on that surface, HOWEVER, the finish is full of micro-pores that let oils and moisture through, and every stitch and crack in the finish will admit even more. Seams are especially vulnerable because they are perforated and stitches are a reservoir for oils.
Buy a moisturizer / conditioner product made for the type of leather you have. Furniture clothing and purses use the same type of products for routine care. When unprotected, absorbent leather (aniline or semi-aniline) is too dry it looks lighter and darkens back to original color when moisturized,, except for color loss from fading. Test with a droplet of water first to determine if it is absorbent. Both oils and water cause darkening, and when removed, the color looks lighter. Water is critical for suppleness, because it absorbed into the collegen microfibrils. Without enough moisture, these become brittle and break instead of bend. But water evaporates, so it must be added back in frequently (3 to 4 x / yr). Oils lubricate around and between the microfibrils, which reduces moisture loss and lubricates the microfibrils as they rub when leather is bent. So, oiled leather can lack needed moisture and deteriorate faster than leather treated with moisturizer conditioner. Current products contain synthetic oils, which are long-lasting and stable. Many natural oils break down into harmful compounds over time. That includes plant and animal oils, like mink oil, neatsfoot oil, lanolin, all edible oils and fats.
First - Use a moisturizer / conditioner labeled for use on the type of leather item (jackets, purses, shoes, furniture, saddles, baseball mitts, etc). If your type of item is not listed on the label, find one that does list it. There are many good products online. You get what you pay for, many brands sold in stores are watered down (Lexol) and IMHO not worth buying. An excellent product is SG-50 sold by Advanced Leather Solutions. The company is a family business that repairs leather. 2nd - The traditional oils (mink, neats foot, lanolin, and others) darken with age, and break down into harmful chemistries. These oils usually have the wrong pH for leather. Modern products use synthetic oils as the conditioner, which are stable and never become harmful. You'll find a full description of good upholstery leather care (and bad choices to avoid) on my website: barbsleatherservice.com The advice for upholstery leather also applies to all supple leathers.
The leather will lighten over time, that is just a part of the natural drying process. The good thing about that is it is a good sign to reapply the coconut oil when the leather lightens in color.
If you want the color to be solid and not marble like above you want to be heavy handed with the oil and use a microfiber hand towel or cotton rag not a 1“ x 1“ cotton pad and also olive oil will not change the color only brightens existing color and does not have a smell that can be noticed after the conditioning treatment no sure about sesame oil haven’t used it but that is a dark oil so be careful it’s not colorless like coconut or opaque like olive so careful when choosing for light colors
I would recommend using your hands to apply this instead of a cotton applicator. You'd save time, get more on and be better able to get into the small creases and crevices. I'd really only use an applicator if I were applying something more caustic, like a shoe polish.
Alright folks I came back here to give an UPDATE! I tried this on my chair because the light brown color always bugged me, I wanted a darker and more distinguished feel. Well initially it looked amazing. Like a dream come true. Very distinguished. Then after a week or so it soaked in completely and probably could've used a reapplication in some spots. At this point it looks kinda weird. You might get this creepy white "discharge" after a while but it's easily wiped off. Honestly? It's worth it because it's so easy (and basically free) BUT you will need to maintain it and reapply more than conventional products.
I've done both coconut oil and olive oil to a variety of leather projects and it's honestly my go-to for darkening and conditioning leather. Fair warning if you use olive oil: if you keep the leather in a closet or drawer, you might get mold spots developing from time to time, but it's it's something that you wear regularly like a pouch, it'll get enough sunlight and circulation that it won't be a problem. Coconut oil doesn't get as dark but it also seems less likely to produce mold if kept in dark, stuffy places for long periods of time. I used olive oil on some SKS stripper clip pouches that came with my SKS and that I eventually used for my renfest costume. Even before I conditioned them, they were prone to molding in the closet, so it may not be as much an issue of the oil so much as the old surplus leather. These stay in the dark in the closet for most of the year until they get dragged out for a renfest weekend and back into the closet they go until the same time next year... And honestly, that's just encouraging mold to grow on anything. My multitool pouch is stained with olive oil to a rich, reddish brown and then topped off with a coat of salve made of coconut oil and beeswax and its never gone rancid or molded on me in the years that I've had it, even though I wear it every day. Can't speak for larger projects like couches, chairs and the like, as I mostly make small bags and pouches. Best of luck.
I know this is 5 years later and you are probably not still looking for an answer, but it costs little for me to pass on some info, in the hopes it might help someone. I regularly condition leather boots with coconut oil. The leather gets darkened when applied. As the leather dries out over the next 1 to 2 weeks, the boots return to their original colour, typically made richer, and with a much nicer age patina than leather untreated with coconut oil.
Big thanks I got expensive salmon coloured shoes when I noticed one was darker than the other,lost receipt so couldnt take back,theyve been sitting in there box for a year,ive just done the coconut oil to them &they're gorgeous ill have them on tomorrow.
Could you use this method to darken a pair of light tan harness boots. I use the boots while on my motorcycle and the shift knob is turning the toe of the left boot darker because of the up-shifts.
I also have a leather jacket which is cracking from many places and so i am worried as it is very expensive . Right now i have put a coconut oil on my whole jacket. Please tell me that whether i have done right or not
Leather is animal skin. It needs to be hydrated. That bag will soak up the oil and look dark, but like skin will dry over time, and that's why you should always condition your leather. Great video!!
I’m going to try this method on my purse handles. I want them darker. Because it’s winter now I’m going to take the handles off and sit them on the dash of my car and leave them there for about a week and see if the color darkens. Thanks for you tip.
As the Leather expert said, "Oils have a tendency to retain the oils in the seams and the stitching on the straps become a Resvoir. Would you want to avoid this since you might be wearing a white, silky expensive blouse or suit so, wouldn't you be afraid the oil of any kind would stain your top with the oils coming off of the strap❓,
Thanks for posting your video. I've got a couple old satchels, probably once used for fishing that I'm going to try this on. A friend asked if you've noticed any changes in the odor or appearance as he's convinced the coconut oil will go rancid given enough time. He's going to try what you did with mineral oil. Also, do rain drops bead off your bag now?
Yes, all food oils will oxidize and become rancid. Refined coconut oil just does it slower than some. You can see info that it lasts 5 years, but that is in a closed jar. Do not use mineral oil. Safe, effective products are made for your specific use and type of leather. Hunting boots, saddles, purses and upholstery all need different products. Shop with care and your leather will last the longest it can.
I repair leather repair pro. Coconut oil will go rancid. Mineral oils may continue to come out of the leather because it is a non-drying oil at room temp. Vaseline has the same problem. Use a high quality product for sealing hiking/hunting/work boots.
Are we sure she let it dry properly because if you use say leather conditioner it looks good after applying but give it a week and the colour goes back to the original
Help! I know this video is 5 years old, but I am wanting to darken my leather sofa (which is about the same color as the purse in this tutorial before darkening), and was planning to use a natural oil like coconut or mink, but have read and was told by "experts" that it wasn't a good idea because it'd cause the leather to harden and eventually crack over time. Has that happened to anyone reading this? I'm hoping to darken it because there are already some oil stains from spills and body oils. Suggestions? Thanks
No, I did this with a baseball glove which would take the most beating leather could take catching 70mph throws, not a problem yet and it has been 9 months. I recommend using some conditoner after your done with it
you know, using hands to apply a thin coat of talcum powder after conditioning your leather with oils works better for removing excess oil. plus it will give your leather that lustre finish and make it a little bit fingerprint/oil resistant. just don't forget to let the powder rest for a little while and wipe it off with cotton cloth.
The original color of your purse is exactly what I need! Lol... so strange. I bought a leather couch but it had a hole in it and I bought a piece of leather on Amazon but it was too light in color....it's a beige and I need it to be, again, the original color of your purse. Its not a huge color difference but enough. It's a 3X3 inch adhesive patch...what's the cheapest way I can go?? I'm not looking for perfection but want it to be nice...Many thanks!
I've got my eyes on a black and yellow leather jacket, designed off of what a game character wears. But the yellow is way too bright and looks awful because of it, would this work well for yellow leather? Also its worth about £100 so should i try a different method in case it gets messed up?
Alex Onyemeh It looks a little ghetto honestly. I don't care since they were cheap. You can get some color-mismatch if you don't apply it evenly. If the shoes were expensive i wouldn't recommend it because you could ruin them.
Ekol-olja is good for black leather. Otherwise it will dye leather way darker than it was... But it will enhance the longevity of dark leather products. And remember, less is more! Like painting.
yeah it does make the leather shine cos I used it once a week for school shoes.But the shine wears of..so u need to polish again with oil and a satin or georgette cloth.don't use cotton cloth cos it wil soak the oil.
youtude y if you don't mind it a bit darker use neats foot oil. It is by the horse saddles in stores or by the shoes. It is a relatively inexpensive product made specifically for leather and you only need a little. If you add to much of any oil to leather it will hurt it. I'm no expert but this is what I learn from looking it up online. I purchased mine in a pint container for around 8- 10 dollars from a store called fleet farm......sort of like farm and fleet. Anyway that should last me most of my life time you can buy smaller containers. It is an old product that is still recommend today because of how well it works for all these years. It doesn't smell and won't go rancid or damage the leather (unless you bath it in there which is bad for any leather) not an expert but it is adorable and lots of people swear by it. Do a Google search if you want to read about it. "neats foot oil"
Jones4Leather, found 2 leather boots in Mom's closet. Both were well over $300 a pair when she bought them. They have been in her basement for over 15 yrs!! Covered w green mold. Can they be saved?? I want to wear my Mom's bootsl both are the real deal on roping and ranching, Though she never did that . Help, please
Oh, my...the problem with any visible mold 1. It has invaded the leather deeply with other root-like parts you can't see, and has been deteriorating it. 2. You can remove the green stuff (the "fruiting bodies"): Physically scrape off with a gentle tool, like a rubber spatula or cardboard. Wipe down with a leather cleaner. IMPORTANT: Do this outside and stay upwind, or you will be breathing in a lot of mold - very unhealthy. If not too unsightly, apply a boot oil, like the one Red Wing sells for work boots. Unfortunately, the unseen mold spores are there to stay. Anything that kills spores will utterly destroy leather. 3. Spores explode in growth every time there is enough moisture, which could be sweat, high humidity, rain, a puddle, etc. You clean new visible mold off, but there will be even more spores each time it gets wet, just waiting for moisture to grow more spores...ad infinitum. If the boots are kept very dry, you might be able to have them for display, but these may remain smelly and will grow more mold if you wear them. They are probably weakened as well, so wearing may cause them to crack and even tear. But to wear the boots - consider getting duplicates made, or buy another pair if available. Even dry and on display, they can be a source of mold spores in the air and will increase mold levels in the room. The boot oil will help trap spores and prevent water from entering deep in the leather. But I advise you apply a few coats of wax over that to get the best seal possible.
Rubbing alcohol will kill the mold. Leave them out in the sun for a few days to dry and let the UV radiation help kill anything remaining. Keep them dry and in an area with good ventilation for a few months and you shouldn't have a mold problem anymore. If it resurfaces, hit it with the alcohol again and repeat the process.
I've just found your channel & am so grateful for your helpful hints etc. I have subscribed & just want to say, thanks, love your ideas. Will gradually see all your tuts. xoTanox
I am a leather repair professional. DO NOT put coconut oil on your leather! Please read my original comment here from 6 years ago for an explanation. What is safe for your leather is any moisturizer / conditioner labeled for use on upholstery and garments. Test on an inconspicuous area. Some lighter colors will darken a bit after it's dried. There's no way to know in advance how much darker it will go. The dramatic color shift shown in the video is unlikely but could happen if the leather has become lighter due to loss of moisture. Whatever color change happens from that is all that is possible. Suede cannot be re-dyed (gets blotchy) and it cannot be recolored with the protective color coating used on smooth leathers. That mats the fibers and freezes them in place when it dries, leaving the suede feeling like sandpaper. A good moisturizer / conditioner ahould cost about $20 to $25 / 8 oz. Once that's been absorbed and feels dry, restore the texture by brushing with a brush specifically made for suede (or the finer NuBuck, if that's actually what you have. There are separate brushes for each type. Never brush NuBuck with a suede brush - you'll destroy it). Brushing suede removes weakened fibers and pulls up more fibers to refresh the texture.
This totally does the trick. I have a belt that I bought to go with my new leather Penguin shoes but the shoes are a dark tone. An I happen to have coconut oil thanks to an X girlfriend; coconut oil has so many benefits and uses lol 😋 thanks again!
Great stuff. Modern tanning uses synthetic oils, not animal oils anymore, and... "Leather Honey is free of animal products, silicone and solvents" www.leatherhoney.com/natural-leather-conditioner/
If your leather is absorbent (water droplets soak in or leave a dark mark) then use a leather moisturizer / conditioner made for upholstery. Leather like that looks lighter when moisture is low, so it may darken.a lot. The type of leather also fade a lot, which is permanent. But if your leather resists water and it got lighter where it is touched often, then it may be lighter because color is a coating sprayed on in 2 layers. The darker color is on top, so as it wears through the lighter color below is exposed. If that is the case, you will need to re-color it. Call a professional leather repair person, or contact ADV Leather for excellent DIY kit and good advice.
becky1925g High humidity, often happens when stored in attic, basement, or car trunk. Or it got wet and dried out too slowly. Mildew can grow on leather at room temp indoors if stored in a plastic bag, deep in a closet or box where air circulation is poor. Leather jackets sometimes mildew when stored in a crowded closet for many months.
To kill the surface mildew and dry out, set in direct sun and UV light will do it. Should help deodorizer. Do not use any mildew killing products, like bleach. They'll rot leather.
+Jones4Leather Had mildew on leather sandals two yrs ago. Used a toothbrush to wash it off with mild soap and water, let it air-dry in the sun, and then applied organic coconut oil. Haven't had mildew on it since and the leather is still very healthy-looking...well, for dead skin that is 😉.
It is great that mildew can be stopped by surface removal and drying, then restoring moisture and oils (conditioner). However, the mildew remains dormant within the leather and will grow quickly if wet again for long enough. The other consideration is how harsh is the pH of the soap which was absorbed. Wrong pH, too high or too low, shortens leather life. How much depends on how bad the pH is. Gentle soaps for our skin are around pH 7, which is very harsh for leather, which is pretty acidic at pH of 4.5. Bottom line is you can get short term success many ways that reduce long-term leather life. The more you use products made for leather, the longer life it has.
OH BOY I can't wait to do this! I've been mulling about what to do with my bag, which is also a Wilson Leather, and faded with age. Have some coconut oil in the cabinet that was for the dog but oh well pooch, you're getting new oil I get the old stuff.
For all you haters out there. Several companies use coconut oil in their shoe care products. Dr. Martins Shoe Balsam is just one. It's VERY stable and VERY high in saturated fats which leather just LOVES. Virgin coconut oil has about a 5 year shelf life (unrefrigerated), 5 YEARS !.. Use only virgin (solid, not liquid) oil. Also, that purse will lighten considerably in about a day or two.
Test a small area: wipe with denatured alcohol or 90% rubbing alcohol to remove the clear top coat that creates the shine. However, proceed carefully so it will not be blotchy; the leather will become absorbent, and dry out more easily after removing the protective top coating. I recommend using Advanced Leather Solutions SG-50 to restore water-resistance without making it stiff. It has a soft sheen on smooth leathers.
I am a leather repair pro - DO NOT DO THIS. This looks great, but you are prematurely aging your leather.Your leather needs mostly moisture and a little oil, which are specifically tested and pH-corrected to be safe for leather in commercial leather care products. Food oils break down into rancid by-products, attract insects and pets, and seal the leather so it cannot absorb more moisture which it needs to be strong as well as supple. It is also the wrong pH. Wrong pH products remain in the leather permanently and slowly keep rotting it forever. Oils spread out forever, so a larger area is affected. Most upholstery leather has a water-resistant finish on it. You can seem to get away with a lot of things on that surface, HOWEVER, the finish is full of micro-pores that let oils and moisture through, and every stitch and crack in the finish will admit even more. Seams are especially vulnerable because they are perforated and stitches are a reservoir for oils.
Jones4Leather why are you watching this video!?🤔
Buy a moisturizer / conditioner product made for the type of leather you have. Furniture clothing and purses use the same type of products for routine care. When unprotected, absorbent leather (aniline or semi-aniline) is too dry it looks lighter and darkens back to original color when moisturized,, except for color loss from fading. Test with a droplet of water first to determine if it is absorbent. Both oils and water cause darkening, and when removed, the color looks lighter. Water is critical for suppleness, because it absorbed into the collegen microfibrils. Without enough moisture, these become brittle and break instead of bend. But water evaporates, so it must be added back in frequently (3 to 4 x / yr). Oils lubricate around and between the microfibrils, which reduces moisture loss and lubricates the microfibrils as they rub when leather is bent. So, oiled leather can lack needed moisture and deteriorate faster than leather treated with moisturizer conditioner. Current products contain synthetic oils, which are long-lasting and stable. Many natural oils break down into harmful compounds over time. That includes plant and animal oils, like mink oil, neatsfoot oil, lanolin, all edible oils and fats.
torils65 I look for misinformation in popular videos about leather care so I can explain the reason it is unwise, and what safer options are
So what oil do you recommend? Typing "Leather Oil" into Amazon and Ebay I see Mink Oil appear quite often.
First - Use a moisturizer / conditioner labeled for use on the type of leather item (jackets, purses, shoes, furniture, saddles, baseball mitts, etc). If your type of item is not listed on the label, find one that does list it. There are many good products online. You get what you pay for, many brands sold in stores are watered down (Lexol) and IMHO not worth buying. An excellent product is SG-50 sold by Advanced Leather Solutions. The company is a family business that repairs leather. 2nd - The traditional oils (mink, neats foot, lanolin, and others) darken with age, and break down into harmful chemistries. These oils usually have the wrong pH for leather. Modern products use synthetic oils as the conditioner, which are stable and never become harmful. You'll find a full description of good upholstery leather care (and bad choices to avoid) on my website: barbsleatherservice.com The advice for upholstery leather also applies to all supple leathers.
I was going to try baby oil but stopped when I started thinking of how many babies they must have to squeeze just to get one bottle.
I always use oil made from artificial babies
Rather Be Flying squeeze on, the experiments must continue
Rather Be Flying ...😂 that's terrible 😂😂...my son keeled over he laughed so hard.
Rather Be Flying I
I always use the synthetic baby oil, I was at the factory and its way more humane. The babies scream way less when the oil is squeezed out of them.
Tried it on a leather trunk I found at the goodwill for $15. I love it! Helped to hide some of the old stains.
Did it last after drying?
Did it darken the Leather?
The leather will lighten over time, that is just a part of the natural drying process. The good thing about that is it is a good sign to reapply the coconut oil when the leather lightens in color.
If you want the color to be solid and not marble like above you want to be heavy handed with the oil and use a microfiber hand towel or cotton rag not a 1“ x 1“ cotton pad and also olive oil will not change the color only brightens existing color and does not have a smell that can be noticed after the conditioning treatment no sure about sesame oil haven’t used it but that is a dark oil so be careful it’s not colorless like coconut or opaque like olive so careful when choosing for light colors
I would recommend using your hands to apply this instead of a cotton applicator. You'd save time, get more on and be better able to get into the small creases and crevices. I'd really only use an applicator if I were applying something more caustic, like a shoe polish.
The leather looks more natural, great result. Thanks.
Thanks, I was searching for darkening tips and found you.😃
OK ok we're all dying to know! It's been a couple years now. Has the coconut oil held up? How's it look? Any of this purported rancidness?
If I will use it on my blue strips bag will this work
Alright folks I came back here to give an UPDATE!
I tried this on my chair because the light brown color always bugged me, I wanted a darker and more distinguished feel. Well initially it looked amazing. Like a dream come true. Very distinguished. Then after a week or so it soaked in completely and probably could've used a reapplication in some spots. At this point it looks kinda weird. You might get this creepy white "discharge" after a while but it's easily wiped off. Honestly? It's worth it because it's so easy (and basically free) BUT you will need to maintain it and reapply more than conventional products.
@@A_Jel thanks for updating!
I've done both coconut oil and olive oil to a variety of leather projects and it's honestly my go-to for darkening and conditioning leather.
Fair warning if you use olive oil: if you keep the leather in a closet or drawer, you might get mold spots developing from time to time, but it's it's something that you wear regularly like a pouch, it'll get enough sunlight and circulation that it won't be a problem.
Coconut oil doesn't get as dark but it also seems less likely to produce mold if kept in dark, stuffy places for long periods of time.
I used olive oil on some SKS stripper clip pouches that came with my SKS and that I eventually used for my renfest costume. Even before I conditioned them, they were prone to molding in the closet, so it may not be as much an issue of the oil so much as the old surplus leather. These stay in the dark in the closet for most of the year until they get dragged out for a renfest weekend and back into the closet they go until the same time next year... And honestly, that's just encouraging mold to grow on anything.
My multitool pouch is stained with olive oil to a rich, reddish brown and then topped off with a coat of salve made of coconut oil and beeswax and its never gone rancid or molded on me in the years that I've had it, even though I wear it every day.
Can't speak for larger projects like couches, chairs and the like, as I mostly make small bags and pouches.
Best of luck.
Good tip. Did the bag lighten up at all after it dried for a few days? It gives a nice distressed look to it.
I know this is 5 years later and you are probably not still looking for an answer, but it costs little for me to pass on some info, in the hopes it might help someone. I regularly condition leather boots with coconut oil. The leather gets darkened when applied. As the leather dries out over the next 1 to 2 weeks, the boots return to their original colour, typically made richer, and with a much nicer age patina than leather untreated with coconut oil.
DO NOT USE COCONUT OR ANY FOOD BASED OIL ON LEATHER. It will go rancid. Use neatsfoot oil or other types of oil specifically made for leather.
I agree! Plus, she's putting coconut oil on top of dirt, which I wouldn’t recommend. Much better to clean it first.
Im going to try this for my Freddy Krueger glove. The oil prematurely ages the leather and gives a good dark burnt colour.
I'll stick with saddle soap and a light layer of mink oil, but I do appreciate the video!
coconut oil destroys leather...
Well done .. liked and supported.. Do you have any alternative natural oil/wax conditioner which WON'T darken light suedes ?
Big thanks I got expensive salmon coloured shoes when I noticed one was darker than the other,lost receipt so couldnt take back,theyve been sitting in there box for a year,ive just done the coconut oil to them &they're gorgeous ill have them on tomorrow.
Could you use this method to darken a pair of light tan harness boots. I use the boots while on my motorcycle and the shift knob is turning the toe of the left boot darker because of the up-shifts.
"The Leather is Raaaaw"- Gordon Ramsay
PLEASE RESPOND!!! Does this way of darkening leather make it permanent?
hello :) unfortunately, I do not have this bag anymore so i can't say i know for sure if it's permanent but I would assume YES :)
@@JADES_EXISTENCE oh thank you so much. My jacket turned out great. 👍
so glad to hear it!! :D@@lonelyme9914
This worked so well. You are a genius
Unlike what u said oil can actually transfer to ur clothes n skin n everything
usually coconut oil goes bad in 2- 3 years are you sure it wont smell by that time or will you get a different purse by then lol
I also have a leather jacket which is cracking from many places and so i am worried as it is very expensive . Right now i have put a coconut oil on my whole jacket. Please tell me that whether i have done right or not
My coconut oil is very stiff, did you heat up the oil before applying? +Klassy Jade
Leather is animal skin. It needs to be hydrated. That bag will soak up the oil and look dark, but like skin will dry over time, and that's why you should always condition your leather. Great video!!
could warm up coconut oil in a pan til it melts then transfer it into a household spray bottle and spray onto the bag. then buff in?
How long does it stay darkened though?
I’m going to try this method on my purse handles. I want them darker. Because it’s winter now I’m going to take the handles off and sit them on the dash of my car and leave them there for about a week and see if the color darkens. Thanks for you tip.
As the Leather expert said, "Oils have a tendency to retain the oils in the seams and the stitching on the straps become a Resvoir. Would you want to avoid this since you might be wearing a white, silky expensive blouse or suit so, wouldn't you be afraid the oil of any kind would stain your top with the oils coming off of the strap❓,
By doing this does it move on clothes?
Thanks for posting your video. I've got a couple old satchels, probably once used for fishing that I'm going to try this on. A friend asked if you've noticed any changes in the odor or appearance as he's convinced the coconut oil will go rancid given enough time. He's going to try what you did with mineral oil. Also, do rain drops bead off your bag now?
Glenn Jakobsen ..maybe refined and odorless coconut oil won't stink. I don't know for sure though.
Yes, all food oils will oxidize and become rancid. Refined coconut oil just does it slower than some. You can see info that it lasts 5 years, but that is in a closed jar. Do not use mineral oil. Safe, effective products are made for your specific use and type of leather. Hunting boots, saddles, purses and upholstery all need different products. Shop with care and your leather will last the longest it can.
I repair leather repair pro. Coconut oil will go rancid. Mineral oils may continue to come out of the leather because it is a non-drying oil at room temp. Vaseline has the same problem. Use a high quality product for sealing hiking/hunting/work boots.
@@Jones4Leatherthanks
Are we sure she let it dry properly because if you use say leather conditioner it looks good after applying but give it a week and the colour goes back to the original
You can buy a product called Dubbin for leather it'll do the same thing,it doesn't cost much,it also comes in different colours,but I use the neutral.
Help! I know this video is 5 years old, but I am wanting to darken my leather sofa (which is about the same color as the purse in this tutorial before darkening), and was planning to use a natural oil like coconut or mink, but have read and was told by "experts" that it wasn't a good idea because it'd cause the leather to harden and eventually crack over time. Has that happened to anyone reading this? I'm hoping to darken it because there are already some oil stains from spills and body oils. Suggestions? Thanks
No, I did this with a baseball glove which would take the most beating leather could take catching 70mph throws, not a problem yet and it has been 9 months. I recommend using some conditoner after your done with it
does it automatically dry when you apply it?
+Frank Martinez It soaks in when you apply it but I left it over night to make sure it was all soaked in a dry:) just to be on the safe side
you know, using hands to apply a thin coat of talcum powder after conditioning your leather with oils works better for removing excess oil. plus it will give your leather that lustre finish and make it a little bit fingerprint/oil resistant. just don't forget to let the powder rest for a little while and wipe it off with cotton cloth.
Any idea how long this will last??
Have you tried bee wax?
Can it be used on different leather shade shoes?
I think it would darken any shade of leather 👍
The original color of your purse is exactly what I need! Lol... so strange. I bought a leather couch but it had a hole in it and I bought a piece of leather on Amazon but it was too light in color....it's a beige and I need it to be, again, the original color of your purse. Its not a huge color difference but enough. It's a 3X3 inch adhesive patch...what's the cheapest way I can go?? I'm not looking for perfection but want it to be nice...Many thanks!
Can you please tell the brand and model of this bag
What is that song / soundtrack? Very nice video, thanks!
Would this work on leather boots??
hey does the color of the lather turn back to the original one all the oil has set for a few days
does this work on ariat boots and does it have sealing properties
Coconut oil will go rancid after awhile - just saying. Better to use an actual leather conditioner like mink oil.
It takes 5 years (supposedly) for VIRGIN coconut oil to go bad
I got a brown leather pall mall jacket. But it looks worn and feels worn help
I've got my eyes on a black and yellow leather jacket, designed off of what a game character wears. But the yellow is way too bright and looks awful because of it, would this work well for yellow leather? Also its worth about £100 so should i try a different method in case it gets messed up?
maybe it works.
I got a pair of shoes with natural leather (looks like pale skin) I'll use this method and report if it works.
Did it work on your leather shoes? I've got a pair of leather shoes that's pale tan and I'd like to deepen the color.
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It looks a little ghetto honestly. I don't care since they were cheap. You can get some color-mismatch if you don't apply it evenly. If the shoes were expensive i wouldn't recommend it because you could ruin them.
This sounds like _Infamous_.
Kaizer Allen you guessed it! In the end though I decided against getting it as it didn't quite look as good as it did in the game.
Ekol-olja is good for black leather. Otherwise it will dye leather way darker than it was...
But it will enhance the longevity of dark leather products.
And remember, less is more!
Like painting.
Ballin on a budget 💯💯
Does this work with a black leather skirt as well? I guess maybe a lethearette skirt?
You should retitle your video, "How to destroy a leather bag!" You don't put a food product on processed leather.
Does the coconut oil make the leather shiny? If so, does it stay shiny permanently?
yeah it does make the leather shine cos I used it once a week for school shoes.But the shine wears of..so u need to polish again with oil and a satin or georgette cloth.don't use cotton cloth cos it wil soak the oil.
Ooh! I want this purse when u get tired of it! Love it! ❤
How to maintain volor of leather jacket..and how to clean it...if you know make a video
So how i can polish my leather bag without change its color......reply me must
How can I make my dark braun leather shoes brighter now?
This type of oil will make it go rancid then you will have a moldy bag
youtude y if you don't mind it a bit darker use neats foot oil. It is by the horse saddles in stores or by the shoes. It is a relatively inexpensive product made specifically for leather and you only need a little. If you add to much of any oil to leather it will hurt it. I'm no expert but this is what I learn from looking it up online. I purchased mine in a pint container for around 8- 10 dollars from a store called fleet farm......sort of like farm and fleet. Anyway that should last me most of my life time you can buy smaller containers. It is an old product that is still recommend today because of how well it works for all these years. It doesn't smell and won't go rancid or damage the leather (unless you bath it in there which is bad for any leather) not an expert but it is adorable and lots of people swear by it. Do a Google search if you want to read about it. "neats foot oil"
Vin uribe Plz tell me what should I do to make my bag darker which is of blue colour and is not made from leather
GREAT BIT OF UP-CYCLING!
where did you get coconut oil from?
will this work on a blue leather iphone case? i want to make it darker
will this work on a red purse??
Jones4Leather, found 2 leather boots in Mom's closet. Both were well over $300 a pair when she bought them. They have been in her basement for over 15 yrs!! Covered w green mold. Can they be saved?? I want to wear my Mom's bootsl both are the real deal on roping and ranching, Though she never did that . Help, please
Oh, my...the problem with any visible mold 1. It has invaded the leather deeply with other root-like parts you can't see, and has been deteriorating it. 2. You can remove the green stuff (the "fruiting bodies"): Physically scrape off with a gentle tool, like a rubber spatula or cardboard. Wipe down with a leather cleaner. IMPORTANT: Do this outside and stay upwind, or you will be breathing in a lot of mold - very unhealthy. If not too unsightly, apply a boot oil, like the one Red Wing sells for work boots. Unfortunately, the unseen mold spores are there to stay. Anything that kills spores will utterly destroy leather. 3. Spores explode in growth every time there is enough moisture, which could be sweat, high humidity, rain, a puddle, etc. You clean new visible mold off, but there will be even more spores each time it gets wet, just waiting for moisture to grow more spores...ad infinitum. If the boots are kept very dry, you might be able to have them for display, but these may remain smelly and will grow more mold if you wear them. They are probably weakened as well, so wearing may cause them to crack and even tear. But to wear the boots - consider getting duplicates made, or buy another pair if available. Even dry and on display, they can be a source of mold spores in the air and will increase mold levels in the room. The boot oil will help trap spores and prevent water from entering deep in the leather. But I advise you apply a few coats of wax over that to get the best seal possible.
what about olive oil on a new iphone leather case to darken?
Rubbing alcohol will kill the mold.
Leave them out in the sun for a few days to dry and let the UV radiation help kill anything remaining.
Keep them dry and in an area with good ventilation for a few months and you shouldn't have a mold problem anymore.
If it resurfaces, hit it with the alcohol again and repeat the process.
the result last just one day !!!
I've just found your channel & am so grateful for your helpful hints etc. I have subscribed & just want to say, thanks, love your ideas. Will gradually see all your tuts. xoTanox
will this work on tan color boots?
After treating it, honestly I could see a dude wearing that bag lol
Mam can I use lather jacket this method
This is awesome!! Question will this work on suede? I want to darken a fringe suede jacket.
I am a leather repair professional. DO NOT put coconut oil on your leather! Please read my original comment here from 6 years ago for an explanation. What is safe for your leather is any moisturizer / conditioner labeled for use on upholstery and garments. Test on an inconspicuous area. Some lighter colors will darken a bit after it's dried. There's no way to know in advance how much darker it will go. The dramatic color shift shown in the video is unlikely but could happen if the leather has become lighter due to loss of moisture. Whatever color change happens from that is all that is possible. Suede cannot be re-dyed (gets blotchy) and it cannot be recolored with the protective color coating used on smooth leathers. That mats the fibers and freezes them in place when it dries, leaving the suede feeling like sandpaper. A good moisturizer / conditioner ahould cost about $20 to $25 / 8 oz. Once that's been absorbed and feels dry, restore the texture by brushing with a brush specifically made for suede (or the finer NuBuck, if that's actually what you have. There are separate brushes for each type. Never brush NuBuck with a suede brush - you'll destroy it). Brushing suede removes weakened fibers and pulls up more fibers to refresh the texture.
Mam we can clean lather jacket from coconut oil pls reply
How would the leather look after this technique if the leather is already really dark brown
The color will not change. Use a moisturizer/ conditioner made for leather for routine care (please see my other comments)
this is so cool would never think of doing this!
Is there a particular brand of coconut oil you recommend?
This totally does the trick. I have a belt that I bought to go with my new leather Penguin shoes but the shoes are a dark tone. An I happen to have coconut oil thanks to an X girlfriend; coconut oil has so many benefits and uses lol 😋 thanks again!
Very cool tip! Way to find a cool deal at Goodwill and upcycle. Now I'm thinking of the planners they have there with leather binding.
Leather Honey. It is made with the proper animal oils that are used in the original tanning process. Best stuff for treating leather. Period.
Great stuff. Modern tanning uses synthetic oils, not animal oils anymore, and... "Leather Honey is free of animal products, silicone and solvents" www.leatherhoney.com/natural-leather-conditioner/
I know to this day one of the primary sources of leather tanning oils actually comes from emulsifiers in animal brains. Sounds gross, but true.
Brain-tanning is a traditional method. It restores fats into leather, oddly enough. I guess we are all "fatheads" for real.
Bet it smells better too😀
If I did it on a red jacket would it permanently stay stay dark red???
+Abdul Samad I believe so. The bag is still dark to this day:)
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Klassy Jade would this work on a silver metallic leather jacket to dull the shininess down?
Thanks 🙏 I have a sofa with a dark effect it has lighted from one side arm rest I will darken it up
If your leather is absorbent (water droplets soak in or leave a dark mark) then use a leather moisturizer / conditioner made for upholstery. Leather like that looks lighter when moisture is low, so it may darken.a lot. The type of leather also fade a lot, which is permanent. But if your leather resists water and it got lighter where it is touched often, then it may be lighter because color is a coating sprayed on in 2 layers. The darker color is on top, so as it wears through the lighter color below is exposed. If that is the case, you will need to re-color it. Call a professional leather repair person, or contact ADV Leather for excellent DIY kit and good advice.
What causes my bag to form mildew? How can I prevent it ?
becky1925g High humidity, often happens when stored in attic, basement, or car trunk. Or it got wet and dried out too slowly. Mildew can grow on leather at room temp indoors if stored in a plastic bag, deep in a closet or box where air circulation is poor. Leather jackets sometimes mildew when stored in a crowded closet for many months.
To kill the surface mildew and dry out, set in direct sun and UV light will do it. Should help deodorizer. Do not use any mildew killing products, like bleach. They'll rot leather.
Thank you for your answer. Very much appreciated.
+Jones4Leather
Had mildew on leather sandals two yrs ago. Used a toothbrush to wash it off with mild soap and water, let it air-dry in the sun, and then applied organic coconut oil. Haven't had mildew on it since and the leather is still very healthy-looking...well, for dead skin that is 😉.
It is great that mildew can be stopped by surface removal and drying, then restoring moisture and oils (conditioner). However, the mildew remains dormant within the leather and will grow quickly if wet again for long enough. The other consideration is how harsh is the pH of the soap which was absorbed. Wrong pH, too high or too low, shortens leather life. How much depends on how bad the pH is. Gentle soaps for our skin are around pH 7, which is very harsh for leather, which is pretty acidic at pH of 4.5. Bottom line is you can get short term success many ways that reduce long-term leather life. The more you use products made for leather, the longer life it has.
can u do this with faux leather?
drowninginmyscreams No. Find a product for vinyl.
This wouldn't work on faux leather, would it?
Crash Systemic Did it work??
OH BOY I can't wait to do this! I've been mulling about what to do with my bag, which is also a Wilson Leather, and faded with age. Have some coconut oil in the cabinet that was for the dog but oh well pooch, you're getting new oil I get the old stuff.
I'm going to Goodwill!
Jade,where do I purchase coconut oil,assuming I live in the UK.Don't say a coconut oil shopee !
Mike Wood grocery store
Very helpful. Thank you!
I can't hear coconut oil anymore
Wow that’s magic... thank you so much 😊 this really helped
For all you haters out there. Several companies use coconut oil in their shoe care products. Dr. Martins Shoe Balsam is just one. It's VERY stable and VERY high in saturated fats which leather just LOVES. Virgin coconut oil has about a 5 year shelf life (unrefrigerated), 5 YEARS !.. Use only virgin (solid, not liquid) oil.
Also, that purse will lighten considerably in about a day or two.
Well said.
The crybabies screeching in the comments section have no idea what they're actually talking about.
what song is this?
>> Wow, a piano music video with oil and a purse.
How can get real clour of this bag
I need to oil a guitar strap
Intro Music??
Beautiful job love the darker vintage look 😍 thanks for sharing!!(=✌💚
Maybe try a heat gun to make it absorb more oil like i did in my video?
Poor bag u still have it ?
Mink oil and a boot brush goes alot further and water proofs or saddle soap
I really love your voice
that's creepy man she sounds 14
Naw man I'm in her front lawn right now, shes at least 17.
oh well I guess she's fair game then lmao
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I think this will do it, but I don't like the smell of coconut oil, i hope it goes away.
Dude it has my name on it. I claim it as mine now
does it work on shiny leather jackets? I need to dull the shine of my jacket.
Test a small area: wipe with denatured alcohol or 90% rubbing alcohol to remove the clear top coat that creates the shine. However, proceed carefully so it will not be blotchy; the leather will become absorbent, and dry out more easily after removing the protective top coating. I recommend using Advanced Leather Solutions SG-50 to restore water-resistance without making it stiff. It has a soft sheen on smooth leathers.
I will add use refined coconut oil.