How to Restore A Leather Steering Wheel

In this video we show you how to get the best results using our Leather Steering Wheel Repair Kit. This kit is perfectly designed to restore and repair any old, worn or faded leather steering wheel.
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The Leather Steering Wheel Repair Kit is the ideal solution for repairing damage and restoring colour to leather steering wheels.
Steering wheels are one of the most common areas of wear, damage and colour loss in any car interior. Constant contact with the skin of the hands inevitably leads to a build-up of dirt and grease in the leather. Exposure to sunlight over long periods leads to colour fading over time, and scuffs and scrapes from exiting and entering the car are an all too common cause of damage.
In order to repair and restore a worn, damaged or faded leather steering wheel effectively, you need a specialist set of products. Our Leather Steering Wheel Repair Kit has been put together specifically for that purpose, combining multiple professional grade products into one handy kit. With an easy to follow set of instructions, the kit provides professional results but is designed with the DIY user in mind.
Containing a powerful liquid-form leather degreaser to remove any grease build up that may have penetrated the leather and an alcohol-based cleaner, to effectively clean down the surface of the leather, cleaning up your steering wheel is a breeze. Leather Binder strengthens the leather, particularly in areas of wear and damage and the Self-Seal Colourant is used to restore the colour and finish.
Steering wheels are the most used, but often the most neglected part of any leather car interior. Restore yours to top condition today with our great value Leather Steering Wheel Repair Kit!
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[@oliverrobartes1352]

Just did this on my 1996 DC2 Momo steering wheel and honestly I’m shocked with how well it’s turned out, going through the different stages you could see the transformation. Cost £25 in the U.K. off eBay and it’s worth every penny of that!!

[@iLouieTube]

Just doing my trueno sprinter gtz momo steering wheel now and your comment made me buy the kit I'm at the sealer stage an it already looks ace

[@rafaxljm]

Your comment made me buy the kit and I just received it I recently bought a dc5 type r momo steering wheel and I’m confident this will restore the wheel

[@adelopez27]

@@rafaxljmhow did your steering wheel turn out?

[@dens6308]

I have just finished the leather wheel of my daughter's '02 Mini one. Looks like new again. Easy enough to do for any hobyist, just follow the steps in this video. Worth every penny. Next up, the wheel of my own Audi S6. There is enough product in the kit for use for more than one steeringwheel.

[@hamwoollard2651]

I just ordered mine, for my 130i le. can't wait to try it

[@garrytalbot3456]

Superb finish.

[@bobgibson3516]

Works great!

[@MikeyGoring]

Do you know if your able to redo the stitching to a different colour

[@kkss1452]

Excellent product , worth every penny ! Saved me a lot of money

[@stephenkoch4188]

I don't see the leather steering wheel repair kit on your website. Do you still sell it?

[@holgerlauer]

This kit worked perfekt on my Hyundai i40 steering wheel. It is worth the money and effort 👍 THX

[@FurnitureClinic]

Pleased to know it worked well for you :)

[@anonymoususer4804]

Just did the wheel, gear knob and gaiter in my Celica, looks brilliant! Loads of materials left, could probably do another 2 or three times.

[@ChicagoBulls2007]

Nice. What color gray did you purchase to match your steering wheel? I’d like to restore my 1990 all trac Celica steering wheel

[@MMMM-ud8ge]

That's where I went wrong. I just applied a self sealing leather colourant straight on without prepping surface. It pretty much came straight off onto my hands even after drying overnight. As they say its all in the prep work

[@lewisthompson4399]

Awsome order this kit for me e90 m sport! Grate customer service and help!

[@xxlevis12able]

Did you try it?

[@lewisthompson4399]

@@xxlevis12able yes worked spot on, also bought there leather care kit for my seats and seams to be good product! In contact with someone called rachael. Amazing help for my bmw!

[@alban23iibraim44]

I want to order this product but i want to ask you something. After you used the sandpaper and then applied the color to it. Could you see where you used the sandpaper a little bit more on some spots. Because i want my steering wheel to look matte and with tiny tiny dots and creases. like real leather. Like they show the steering wheel in the end. because i dont want to get catfished haha.

[@RikskeSirac]

Hi! I would like to to use this on my audi S5 steering wheel, but it has light grey stitching. Is it possible? I guess i will not use the black paint on the stitching?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi! yes, this is possible. You will just need to be careful around the grey stitching. Using a fine paint brush around this area will help with precision.

[@joshuarosen6242]

I've just done this on my M5 and it worked really well. One thing I was concerned about was the coloured stitching on the wheel but it didn't prove to be a problem. I used detailing APC to clean the wheel making sure the stitching was especially clean. The leather in between the stitching was fine so I was just careful not to get the dye on that. It's a good match for the original colour (black is usually fairly easy to match) and it's not obvious which bits haven't been recoloured (which was just the bit where the stitching was). I had been going to mask off the stitching but I decided not to because I thought that might leave a more obvious line. I cut one of the sponge pads into quarters to enable me to be a bit more accurate with the application of the dye and it worked very well. My wheel was a bit discoloured but was generally in good condition. I used about a quarter of the degreaser and alcohol cleaner but probably only about 1/5 of the sealeant and dye. I might dig out a paintbrush and touch up a few tiny scratches there are in the leather elsewhere. All things considered, I think this was very good value.

[@danielburunat5098]

Link please

[@joshuarosen6242]

@@danielburunat5098 What to? If you mean the steering wheel repair kit, it’s in the video description. I’m in the UK so that’s where I bought mine.

[@LooseNut099]

From one BMW owner to another, thank you.

[@wapow006]

Just finished on a 2018 acura tlx. great product.

[@tariqaziz8410]

I need this kit

[@wayedk1040]

Just finished my Peugeot 106 XSi wheel and it's brand new

[@patriziosaliani1247]

Hi, I have forgotten to use the Leather binder and I applied the dye straight after cleaning the steering wheel. Can I apply the Leather binder on top as a protective layer, or shall I not bother?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, the Leather Binder is designed to be applied before the colour. If the colour has already been applied, there won't be any benefit to applying the binder over this.

[@SWACBUZZ]

Can you just use the last step if you have a good looking steering wheel with with some light fading?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, we do always recommend degreasing a steering wheel before recolouring for long lasting results. It is always best to follow each step in the kit

[@luketien928]

Hi! Was wondering why use sponge instead of paint brush to apply the paint? What are the differences both when applying the paint and in the final result? Thank you.

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, a sponge allows you to get into the grain of the leather and prevents any streaks or brush strokes. It will give the best results in comparison to using a brush. I hope this helps.

[@enginepy]

Just did my wheel on a 2011 Mercedes E550. It went fairly smooth but I think you need to make sure the binder is really dry between coats and especially before the 1200 grit sanding. Use the hairdryer and give it about 20 minutes. The video doesn’t really tell us times so it seems like it’s all a fast process. I initially cleaned with 50/50 vinegar water and it did well. Everything else went smooth but I would give adequate time for the binder to dry and also wear gloves before using the color to save some hand-scrubbing. Definitely use a towel around the wheel so nothing accidentally gets on anything else. I also would use blue tape on the steering wheel trim to avoid having to clean the binder and colorant off. So far it looks pretty good. Not perfect bc of user error. But much much better than it was. Next up is the wheel on my Range Rover. I’ll do that tomorrow.

[@GantZiller]

Just ordered this for my 2012 Audi A3. Forgot about the cross stitching so will have to be careful to avoid that! Really hope the results are as good as the video

[@carlosamparano7716]

Did this mess up your red stitching?

[@GantZiller]

@@carlosamparano7716 still not had time to try it out yet, plus my steering wheel stitching is black (or really really dirty))

[@yasinqureshi9533]

I have a 2016 s5 I want to do

[@kane3971]

Are you able to do the same on the plastic part of the wheel. I have a bit thats worn out by the m badge and wanted to know if it was possible to bring that out as well

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, you can use the colour provided in the kit on the plastic. However, we don't recommend using the other products on hard plastics as these are designed to be used on leather.

[@fozerooni7305]

i have exactly the same issue on my wheel, there is a white underneath the plastic. have you found a way to restore it?

[@Sideways_N55]

Do you have any stock in USA? I see some products on Amazon but not the steering wheel kit.

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, this is available directly on our UK site, we do ship worldwide. Here is a link www.furnitureclinic.co.uk/leather-steering-wheel-repair-kit

[@travis82x]

@@FurnitureClinic Thats great, but it's $100 shipping. Anything from your US site that is comparable?

[@paulsmith1615]

Hi could I use this on my arm rest as well on my bmw 5 series?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, Yes, our products are designed to be used on all leather types so this isn't restricted to just a steering wheel. I hope this helps.

[@rogerburrows3783]

Is the leather repair kit also suitable for steering wheel repair ?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, you can use our repair products alongside the Steering Wheel Repair kit. We recommend using Alcohol Cleaner and Liquid Leather Degreaser when repairing a steering wheel due to the oils transferred from skin contact. These aren't included in the Complete Leather Repair Kit. I hope this helps.

[@evanmacg5124]

If just the top part of my steering wheel is faded, is it okay to just re-do that part as the rest is in perfect condition? Thank you!

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, Yes you can just restore the faded part only. We recommend to do the full wheel for the best overall results.

[@WestCoastMafia559]

Does this work for scratches? The wife scratched a couple of areas of my leather steering wheel

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, yes this will work to improve the scratches. If you feel they are quite deep, we also have a Complete Leather Repair Kit. www.furnitureclinic.co.uk/leather-repair-kit

[@tadkomas]

Kit came without ultra clean. What can you use instead of it in first step?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, we recommend using Ultra Clean to remove any dirt or grime from the surface. You can then move on to sanding the steering wheel to begin the restoration.

[@royjacobsen8706]

Hi @FutureClinic my wheel has heavy build up of grease on it, tried to clean it today and never got near it. Is the procedure sure to remove the build up on my 18 year old steering wheel? Regards Roy

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, yes, this kit includes our Liquid Leather Degreaser which is great at removing grease build up.

[@eyeanim]

Just did my mercedes steering wheel with this set, it tured out ok. The finish is nice, however looks a little too dull in my opinion. I wish it were more satin. Is there anything I can do to make it less dull? I know I can rub leather wax coating, but was hoping for a long term solution. Did anyone have simmilar experience?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, our Steering Wheel Repair Kit leaves a satin finish. If you are looking for a gloss finish, you can use our Leather Finish Kit in gloss www.furnitureclinic.co.uk/leather-finish-kit

[@eyeanim]

@@FurnitureClinic ​ Thank you for the reply. I redid it again, and this time it resulted much better! I figured the problem with my previous attempt, it was done in direct sun and dried too quickly as I was applying it. This time I did it in a cool room, with multiple very thin layers, used swirling motion with the sponge instead of dabbing. It looks very satin now! I am happy with the result.

[@FurnitureClinic]

@@eyeanim We're glad to hear you are happy with the result!

[@raynaidu2500]

Any way to mimic the full grain leather feel and appearance? I.e. texture

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, manipulating the leather with your fingertips should restore the grain to the leather. We also have a bottle of Grain Repair, which you dab on the wheel with a cocktail stick to recreate the peaks and valleys of the grain before applying the paint.

[@helloyoungfella363]

Does it work on perforated leather?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, yes this can be used on perforated leather. If the paint does block any holes simply use a cocktail stick to remove any blockages

[@CestoniTravels]

It has been two years since this video. Can I still purchase this in 2024? Thank you in advance.

[@robertasviskupaitis9195]

how long would you say your product lasts? assuming job was done correctly and you put like 3-4 coats of dye?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, the restoration will last as long as the original leather. I.E. if this took 5 years to fade, our products will also last 5 years.

[@robertasviskupaitis9195]

@@FurnitureClinic nice, will take you at your word now as I am doing the wheel today with your kit :D

[@lukaz861]

Hello, how long does it last?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, As long as the instructions have been followed properly, you should expect to see the same life span as the original. For example, if it lasted five years before becoming damaged, it should easily last another five years after repair, if used in the same way.

[@spongebobscastle]

US link doesnt work

[@scottmitchell1021]

Followed your US link and searched your site but there was no leather-steering-wheel-repair-kit and a site search yielded no results? Is this available in the U.S.?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, we stock this on our UK site and can ship worldwide. Unfortunately, we don't stock this on our US site.

[@mountainmantm9317]

@@FurnitureClinic shipping to us Americans is almost $100. : - I

[@kacperkawala]

👍🏻

[@luiscaldeira7458]

Any tip for doing this on a steering with red stitching? Can it be done?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, you would need to mask off the stitching before applying the paint, or apply the paint around the stitching with a fine paint brush.

[@philsheldon2737]

Will this work on perforated leather?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, yes this can be used on perforated leather. If any paint does block a hole, simply remove the excess using a cocktail stick. I hope this helps

[@MN_003]

Can I use acetone as the alcohol cleaner or Does the alcoholic cleaner come with the kit? And what can I use as a ultra clean alternative? Thanks.

[@sarremoo123]

Dont use aceton it ill eat the color of the steering wheels.. u need alcohol cleaner for car leather like normal alcohol cleaner for car product.

[@MN_003]

@@sarremoo123 do you know if the kit comes wirh the alcohol cleaner? Thanks mate.

[@sarremoo123]

@@MN_003 Yes it do. Uk version and sweden version is same company. 😀

[@MN_003]

@@sarremoo123 thank you

[@sarremoo123]

@@MN_003 u welcome

[@mountainmantm9317]

How do I get this stateside. It doesn't appear on the U.S. website. Thanks,

[@patrikstallone1733]

Anybody knows if this could be used on a 2017 Focus ST steering wheel? Unsure if it’s leather or fake leather. I scratched it with my nail by accident and I cannot polish the scratch out but this would repair it if it was real leather. Any suggestions?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi @patrikstallone1733, please email us with pictures and we can look into it for you.

[@ExpeditionTommy]

Hi, just used this product and did an overall good job. I follow steps etc... Sanding and smooth. But after applying colour/sealant the steering wheel feels and looks rough again. How do I fix this? Thanks 😊

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, please contact us at [e-mail]. We can then take a look at this and help to advise the next step for you.

[@nadim9320]

Hey How did you get this sorted? Im in the same position. Finish is patchy too. All was nice and smooth till the paint was applied 😢

[@ExpeditionTommy]

@@nadim9320 hey bud, I just did it a 2nd time to be honest to fill in patchy areas. After the 2md run I left it the entire weekend to dry and cure. Felt a bit sticky on hands for a few days of driving but that disappeared and now it's nice and smooth and colour hasn't faded 1 year on. I also used the Mrs hair dryer to dry it faster when applying.

[@n3rdstrength]

Can you buy this in the US? I don’t see it on your website.

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi Scott, this is available on our UK site, we ship worldwide. www.furnitureclinic.co.uk/leather-steering-wheel-repair-kit

[@WarsoulHS]

amazon germany

[@craigalexander7832]

I’ve done this today but the finish feels rough to the touch, should I resand and repaint?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, it can sometimes feel a little rough depending on how much binder was applied. It will soften with use or if it is very stiff, you can redo the process.

[@nadim9320]

Hey How did you get this sorted? Im in the same position. Finish is patchy too. All was nice and smooth till the paint was applied 😢

[@craigalexander7832]

@@nadim9320 just paint the patchy stuff, I wore some gloves when driving and after a few weeks it went smooth with use

[@enginepy]

I did notice the wheel was very smooth after the binder and before the colorant but now after the color has dried it’s not very smooth. Rough finish. Any idea why?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi there, sometimes air bubbles, or minute particle clumps can for in the paint causing it to feel a little uneven. If you give it a light sand this should fix it. If you do need to apply any more paint I would recommend running it through a coffee filter/muslin cloth first, just to avoid any further issue.

[@VinboGaming]

Is it safe to sand a perforated steering wheel or do you sand off the texture?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Perforated leather is a bit more delicate, however, you can still sand it down very carefully.

[@stephenkoch4188]

In the USA. Need asap.

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, as you are based in the USA, it is best to contact our US branch, their email address is [e-mail]

[@wut2dew]

Is there a way to make it shiny again, or is the matte finish the only option?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, the Steering Wheel Repair Kit leaves a satin finish however, you can change the sheen using our Leather Finish.

[@wut2dew]

@@FurnitureClinic is that a separate product, or is it included in the kit?

[@FurnitureClinic]

@@wut2dew Hi, our Leather Finish is a separate product.

[@olivermanser1794]

Hi, I’m having real trouble applying the leather colour/seal. As I apply it, it starts to gather into small clumps… any tips anyone ?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, I am sorry to hear you having trouble with the application. Please contact us directly at [e-mail]

[@frankfun10]

Can this be purchased in the US?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, you can purchase this from our UK site but it is not currently stocked on our US site. www.furnitureclinic.co.uk/leather-steering-wheel-repair-kit

[@ewergarcia6401]

Do you guys have the website to order this kit??

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi Ewer, you can order the kit from our website here: www.furnitureclinic.co.uk/leather-steering-wheel-repair-kit

[@ewergarcia6401]

@@FurnitureClinic the shipping it’s crazy like 70 dollars for shipping .. I would like to order this kit but the shipping it’s super high

[@FurnitureClinic]

@@ewergarcia6401 Sorry about this Ewer it is due to hazardous goods unfortunately. Depending on the condition of the steering wheel you could order some Self-Seal Colourant to restore the colour of the wheel. This is also available on our US website.

[@jacobwilliston]

Is this in stores

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, you can buy this online here www.furnitureclinic.co.uk/leather-steering-wheel-repair-kit

[@TNThomas]

Two questions about this kit: 1. Can it be used on heated steering wheels? 2. Can I use a normal automotive leather cleaner afterwards, like AutoGlym Leather Cleaner?

[@ConradFarley]

Yes, it can be used on heated steering wheels. I assume after it’s cured for 7 days, you would be able to use a leather cleaner.

[@luisrobles9518]

tried to buy online, £ 105 shipping to mexico, insane¡¡¡

[@CraigsChannel]

Amazon?

[@Maaaaaax-07]

Can we order in Canada ?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, yes we do ship worldwide from our UK site

[@Zieronn]

I just tried it today but unfortunately it didn't work... I followed this video and it all went well until I applied the leather cleaner. I've applied a thin layer and because it's alcohol it evaporated very quickly so I saw it drying...To my surprise the steering wheel felt very sticky so I used a hairdryer to be sure it was dry. After 5 mins it still felt sticky so I thought that's how it should be. The next step was applying the leather binder and it made things even worse... Still convinced it was supposed to be like that I started sanding the steering wheel about 10-15mins later. Now My steering wheel is full of sanding dust which sticks in the leather binder. I've put my steering wheel aside to let it fully dry so I can sand it down again with the 1200 grid and hopefully apply the color afterwards...

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, you are welcome to contact us directly for help and advice if you are struggling with using the kit.

[@user-kn6yu3vi2d]

How long it we’ll stay?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Once applied to leather the coating is as strong as new leather, this has been tested to British & European Standards. It is difficult to give an exact timescale as to how long it will last, but we are confident to say that it will last as long as your leather originally lasted.

[@TXSuburbanHomestead]

Any color other than black?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, we do sell our Leather Repair Paint in a range of shades that can be used alongside the Steering Wheel Repair Kit, www.furnitureclinic.co.uk/leather-repair-paint

[@TXSuburbanHomestead]

@@FurnitureClinic Thank you for the information. This seems like such an excellent product and an answer to my issue.

[@robertvaldes3]

My m sport steering wheel on my bmw f10 LCI started to peel. Will this kit help to repair the peeled section?

[@MindCalmingSounds]

It will, I just had this done by BMW and it looks brand new.

[@Jay-um8mn]

@@MindCalmingSounds how much did they charge u and are u sure It isn't just a new steering wheel

[@MindCalmingSounds]

@@Jay-um8mn They didn’t charge me anything. Apparently they have a guy who shows up once a week and repairs steering wheels on their pre owned vehicles and any vehicles under warranty.

[@stefanvalchev8066]

why not clear coated ?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, the colour used has a built-in sealant, meaning a clear coat isn't required

[@moo8698]

"long lasting" - interestingly, if you start rubbing it as a test to see how it will hold up.. You'll see the paint coming off quickly. The problem is that the people that tried these and the company that sells this never states it afterwards that it won't last. Color is one thing. The other thing is when you repair cracks. It really works for a few months because that filler keeps shrinking for some reason also/or as you use your seat the seat doesn't know that the crack is filled up. So it will keep stressing the same exact crack. The result is again, after a few months your crack is there just as before the repair. These are temporary fixes! It turns out it would have been cheaper to change the leather as a solution instead of doing "repairs" 2 or 3 times a year. Just a tip.

[@MarkBonerea]

...ok, seals, but something to protect from future damage...

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, to clean and protect your leather steering wheel going forward we recommend our Leather Care Kit, www.furnitureclinic.co.uk/leather-care-kit

[@ik8737]

Where is finish coat?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, the product used to restore the colour is our Leather Repair Paint. This is an all-in-one product that doesn't require a sealant.

[@BrucePain-_-]

Idk the leather lost its texture its too smooth

[@joshuarosen6242]

You did notice the bit that said "light sanding" didn't you?

[@ajm5074]

Can you only do this on a removed steering wheel?

[@FurnitureClinic]

Hi, don't worry your steering wheel can be either attached or removed to use our kit.