Easy DIY how to turn a dark leather sofa into a white sofa using Dixie Belle Silk mineral paint

[@bettyaherns4262]

Hi. Thanks So Much! I have been researching Paint/Dye for quite awhile off and on. Then last night I stumbled across this one with you and Dixie Paint. Finally! I have 2 white leather Arizona Leather couches, but they have needed some paint for quite awhile, but I didn't want to make a big mistake and possibly get the wrong one and/or one that didn't work. So, Kudos! I am hoping that I can get away with one coat, but may need two coats; but probably not 3 since mine is white to start with . Yay! Thanks again for being real and sharing. God Bless You and Yours Always. Amen.

[@leagratch8718]

Oyster! What a great shout! Thanks so much

[@Kee316]

So, two years later, how is the couch holding up? I am glad I came across this because I want a couch this color. I didn't realize that painting over one was an option.

[@rachelcanterbury9322]

This was so helpful. I think I'm gonna do this with mine. ❤

[@elizabethaguilar135]

Wow! That’s amazing!!!! I am getting a free hunter green couch and love seat and wanted it more like your couch! Now I know what to use!! Thank you!!! Looks like it is holding up well!!

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@tawanaouterbridge9713]

I was thinking of buying a new sofa but I'm going to try painting mine too! Thanks!!

[@aunteeeks3953]

Go for it!

[@ShamsMT_Official]

You killed this❤ what the link for the paint(I haven’t check bio yet) amazing video

[@feelingomie944]

Thank you for this really helps🙏🏽🏡🙌🏽💗

[@travelinglight4656]

It's been two years now, howdid it hold up? I want to do this bit I have pets that get on my couch. I'm concerned it'll flake off?

[@summermucha5207]

Looks really beautiful! Right now it’s late Nov2022. Would love a quick update on how it has “worn” or “held up”. I am looking to do a similar project with light paint over the dark. Thank you!!!🎉

[@terriosborn8519]

Hmmmm...I don't think she's going to answer!

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@cloudyc3406]

Will buy it now!!!

[@sekaf4125]

Very nice video. I’m wanting to do my leather sofa. How is the hold up with lots of use? Cracking at all? Is there a product if cost weren’t an issue that you would prefer?

[@221b-Maker-Street]

Chalk paint - applied and waxed correctly - holds up really well, actually. You can even use it outdoors with a switch to the liquid lacquer finish.

[@sekaf4125]

@@221b-Maker-Street can that lacquer finish be used interior as well?

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@sekaf4125]

@@aunteeeks3953 thank you for the answer

[@SweetieBJB]

​@@aunteeeks3953The couch is really beautiful. Having to repaint any portion of it would be troubling to me, however. I have seen a couple of videos showing repainting sofas with acrylic paint, and the craftsperson stated that it held up without retouching it even after a couple of years. How does the wax affect repainting? I wonder if you had used a sealant as opposed to wax, if you would need to do touchups. In any case, again, the couch is just beautiful. Good job. That looked like a lot of work! 😊

[@MatthewMFred]

Is that a paint? I have my white leather couch and have try cleaning, but to no avail. What can i do, pls help? Is there any product recommendations?

[@aunteeeks3953]

Yes sir, it is called Silk paint from Dixie Belle Paint Company. It i an easy way to change the color of a sofa.

[@Sarah-ci2ks]

My sofas are just like yours with the cris or lines in-between..

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@dancerdocable]

Could you use this in microfiber without adding fabric softener to give yourself a faux leather but soft texture?

[@aunteeeks3953]

Not really sure on that one. Sorry

[@Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living]

How did it hold up? I got a free leather sofa that I want to “dye” to a burgundy shade, and I’m looking for some options that will last.

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@AngelaHansenDHHS]

how does it hold up??

[@ginabinghamfalk9555]

Did you use the All-IN-One Mineral paint?

[@aunteeeks3953]

Yes mam, I used Dixie Belle Silk All in One paint

[@MrVeeBlog]

How is the sofa after a year? Any cracking or need for touchups?

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@momscraftshacks5419]

How long does this lasts? Can you please share the link of the products you have used

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@aunteeeks3953]

dixiebellepaint.com/oyster-silk-all-in-one-mineral-paint/

[@delords3337]

Any updates right now

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@kristyhayes6957]

Is there an update? How does it look a year later?

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@ashytapu9127]

Hi what kind of paint did you use for the seat pls

[@aunteeeks3953]

dixiebellepaint.com/oyster-silk-all-in-one-mineral-paint/

[@PN-wx6jp]

Please update us!

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@Sarah-ci2ks]

How much paint you used??

[@aunteeeks3953]

I used almost all of a 32oz jar of Dixie Belle silk paint at $39.00

[@muffin3465]

1 year later.. did it last? :)

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would ...

[@muffin3465]

@@aunteeeks3953 wow :) Thank you for answering :D

[@Kimberly-nb8vg]

Can I use on fabric footstool

[@aunteeeks3953]

Definitely!

[@tatyanaedwards6750]

How is it a year later?

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@carac8527]

Couch update? ::Searching videos::

[@aunteeeks3953]

The color has come off in the crease areas. Our couch is very cushy and has a lot of areas where there are creases. It's those areas that you can see the original dark brown leather coming thru. I feel that this type of couch will always have wear in those areas and the only way to make it look better is to constantly reapply more paint when needed. Probably about once every 6-12 months to make it look new again. It was really not that hard to do. I think this solution would fix the issue of the paint coming off in the crease areas. Otherwise I think for this price to turn dark leather into a lighter more modern look has really worked well. On a side note- I would not buy a new leather sofa and paint it but for old furniture I would definitely do this again.

[@ilsevangraan7798]

No Update … 😔

[@aunteeeks3953]

I have updated in the comments below, it is cracking in the creases and I will need to apply another coat soon to bring it back to new condition.