Fiebings Resolene Top Finish How To Product Tutorial for Leather Craft

This video will show you how to properly apply Fiebing's Resolene. fiebing.com/pr...

[@what76485]

My first attempt using Resolene turned out beautiful. I use a damp sponge then put more resoelene on there than I would need. Really quickly rubbed it all over. Then with switched to dry dressing sponge dabbed it all over until it looked nice and even

[@robertobulgheroni4525]

Good evening, I have a question, is it possible to apply oils, balms, creams over these finishes to nourish the leather or do they form a waterproof layer that prevents absorption? Thanks for the reply and thanks for the interesting video!

[@FiebingCompany]

Conditioners will not pass through Resolene. Conditioners do pass through Tan-Kote.

[@davidturlington1958]

can I use this on leather upholstery? If so, any tips? First time user here.

[@JnJShiffler]

Tips for finish not ending up so shiny? (for leather armor). I was told to mix 50/50 with distilled water. Did this for our pirate baldrics and did I think 2 coats and this past memorial day at the Philly Ren Fair it was raining some and me and my wife's baldrics got water spots on our green dyed leather?????

[@FiebingCompany]

Full strength Resolene will resist water. As you dilute it, it will not protect as well. A 20% dilution is what we typically recommend for some gloss reduction

[@JnJShiffler]

@@FiebingCompany How long before a second coat can be applied (full strength). Also, might there be a safe way to dull the finish while not compromising the protection keeping it full strenght?

[@jackdelane]

Does colored resolene stain the leather as it applies the finish?

[@BlackCamaro728]

Will this seal and protect an antique finish better than Tan-Kote? My antique finishes keep turning a chalky white over time when sealed with tan-kote.

[@FiebingCompany]

yes, Resolene is a stronger finish

[@lindagatchell8079]

how do i clean this out of my brush if dried already? I tried soap and water didnt work.

[@FiebingCompany]

Soap and water works well before Resolene has dried. After is has dried, use a solvent like Fiebing's Deglazer

[@BBgunX22]

Would I add this before the leather balm with Atom wax or after? I just started dyeing my own leather so I’m trying to find a good moisturizing agent and then a good finish to protect the leather from the elements. I bought the leather balm and the resolene but I’m not sure what order I’d use them in.

[@cchase4314]

You would use Leather Balm before Resolene, however Leather Balm is different than Leather Balm with Atom Wax. The names make it confusing. Leather Balm is a conditioner. Leather Balm with atom Wax is a finish.

[@BBgunX22]

@@cchase4314 So Resolene and Leather Balm with Atom Wax are both finishes? I wouldn’t use both? Which is better for giving a glossier shine?

[@cchase4314]

@@BBgunX22 They are both finishes. Neither is "better", just different. Resolene will be water resistant and glossier, but conditioners don't pass through it.

[@BBgunX22]

@@cchase4314 so after applying the leather dye what should I use to recondition the leather before the Resolene?

[@cchase4314]

@@BBgunX22 neatsfoot oil is a good choice

[@cobblerq1]

Can this be used directly with an airbrush or do I have to thin it out?

[@cchase4314]

It depends on your airbrush. It is often used in both ways. You can thin Resolene up to 20% with water to make it flow better and to eliminate streaking.

[@JnJShiffler]

@@cchase4314 my bottle says up to 30% thinned?

[@tommytitmouse]

I was told to mix it 50/50 with water to use it.?????

[@cchase4314]

Mixing with water will make it easier to spread smoothly, however it will reduce the product's strength. Using a slightly damp sponge will also work well without decreasing it's effectiveness as much. If the product starts to streak, add a little water to your sponge and go over the spot again.

[@tommytitmouse]

@@cchase4314 thanks, I`ll try that.

[@deaveedis6295]

Soo.. no need to add water?

[@JHall-jo9rm]

I used NO water, nor a damp sponge. I used a dry, 4" mini foam paint roller to work it in (in swirls) and then to spread it evenly (left to right across the top) so as not to leave any marks. Worked perfectly.

[@MrFreeGman]

I find that if you don't dilute it, streaking and bubbles become a problem.

[@bboy3lmo]

Using sheep wool to buff the leather that has dried paint/dye on. Would it scratch some paint off?

[@marty01957]

Cool, Thanks!

[@halloooo1duuuuu]

I read that you shouldn't go back and forth with the resolene.

[@Ulfie_]

I know it's a late reply but from what I've experienced using resolene, back and forth leaves streaks on the leater but buffing in a circular motion doesn't so I'd avoid back and forth if you get the same issue as me. It's also worth noting that i use a sponge for application.

[@emazens]

​@IridescentBlue At the end when it dries it feels sticky is that where we need to buff off just like at the end of the video he buffs it off or that's optional and the stickiness goes away with time ?

[@KurdLeatherzana]

Nice

[@shrewdnewt]

Try not to do your project in sections. Its tuff to get even