Sealing a Painted Leather Project

In this video, Daniel Reach from the Leatherverse answers some common questions you may have about sealing your painted projects. The biggest issue that comes up when sealing a project is that rubbing a liquid sealer on your leather can lift the paint. To prevent this, your best bet is to use an aerosol sealer. You can do this at the end to lock the paint in and waterproof your work, or you can even spray your project between layers of paint and antique to keep the base layers from lifting.
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[@bigchiefleatherworks7245]

Well, this was timely. I haven't done painted leather in a while and I was about to look this up for a new project. This is pretty much how I did it before but I used a wax as my first coat. Good video.

[@garyrobson2634]

Always impress with the simple tips and tricks Sir

[@bfinney479]

Thank you for this video. When you say 10-12 coats that sounds like a LOT! I will try your suggestions making sure to use very light coats.

[@DanielReachCreations]

Those 10-12 go much faster than you would think, especially if they are super light coats.

[@BJH-iv6nt]

No protective mask???

[@DanielReachCreations]

Thats fair. I was outside, but it would still have been best to be wearing a mask.

[@BJH-iv6nt]

@@DanielReachCreations I myself have done exactly what you did in the video, numerous times. Even doing this outside if you can smell it, you are getting it into your lungs. That stuff can cause cancer later.

[@DanielReachCreations]

@BJH2022 You're right! Thanks for the reminder.

[@freekydeke1699]

I appreciate your knowledge. I found through trial and error, that aerosol sealants such as (F-leather sheen and Rust-Ol*um Shellac both recommended) eat the paint off. While they both seal well (after molding) neither are good for paint. I've found that resolene has been the best sealant for exposure to the elements, but it does finish shiny. FYI using Angelus paints. What other sealants could be used, for a more natural look, that works as good as resolene?

[@redslay5]

Instead of aerosol, what is your opinion of tuff kote and leather balm applications?

[@DanielReachCreations]

As long as we're not talking about a painted project, I think they are great. If we're talking about a painted project, I wouldn't use anything that needs to physical contact to be applied. Good question though.

[@redslay5]

@@DanielReachCreations Thanks, yeah most of projects are combo of fieblings dye and airbrushing model paint. I either get some of the dye taken off or, random spots left behind when using tuff kote. I haven't tried leather balm in a while so my next test is leather balm first and tuff kote 2nd.

[@keplerts]

Daniel, can this same process be used for sealing antiqued projects? When I use the standard finishes on those I always get smears. Also, will these sealers crack with use over time? Can I use them on, say, a wallet that will be flexed in a pocket? Thanks for the videos, I'm learning a lot!

[@DanielReachCreations]

My experience would say that yes, you can use it on any leather project. I've been using this process for 2 years, and haven't had any issues on anything cracking. While I can't promise it wont happen, I can say that I personally haven't had that issue.

[@blueshirtmonday]

What clear matte sealer should I get?

[@DanielReachCreations]

As far as I know, they are all about the same. However, my go-to sealers are Rustoleum and Krylon. Just make sure its the clear matte.

[@blueshirtmonday]

@@DanielReachCreations so just the stuff in the paint section of the hardware store??

[@DanielReachCreations]

@@blueshirtmonday Pretty much.

[@mikestoning5536]

If 10-12 coats of sealer is good, how much is too much?

[@DanielReachCreations]

Honestly, I'm not really sure. I've never reached that point. Its not uncommon for me to seal a painted project multiple times over the course of the project...and each time, I'll put on 10-12 coats.

[@mikestoning5536]

@@DanielReachCreations Appreciate the reply. Haven't done much with paints so far. Great information!

[@DanielReachCreations]

@@mikestoning5536 Happy to help.