Fiebing's Tan-Kote 4 oz.
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Using a damp lint-free cloth, wipe down the coating surface. Allow it to dry before applying a light, even coat. Allow time for it to dry completely before adding a second coat if necessary. Before you use it, let it dry overnight.
Yes, that is something you could do with it. Once it's dried, it shouldn't leave any residue on your clothes. Allow for drying between coats after applying multiple thin coats. It ought to work.
The resplendent should work fine on items like knife sheathes if the saddle has already been redyed. It's a pleasing conclusion. You ought to be all right.
Tan coat is commonly used as a primer for other finishes or as a finish in its own right. If desired, a topcoat of Resolene would be applied. Similar to a bag coat, but with a little more gleam.
Selected User Reviews For Fiebing's Tan-Kote 4 oz.
Excellent productbr>I am only a hobbyist leatherworker, but after researching what some of the professional leatherworkers whose work I admire use and using the product myself, Tan Kote is now my top coat of choice. Tan Kote is easy to work with, resists moisture, and when dry, gives my projects a nice mellow finish. It also enables you to clean and lubricate the leather as required. In my opinion, it's a little pricey, but then again, so is almost everything related to leatherworking. However, it would be a plus if Fiebings could see their way clear in terms of lowering the price point.
The saddle had become completely lifeless and dull. I conditioned the leather several times and softened it, but it never regained its luster, so I looked up how to do it online, and WOW does it work! My saddle was restored to its former glory. The photos show how much shine it restored to this saddle (it was cleaned and conditioned half at a time for a saddle cleaning comparison, and the top of the seat hadn't been restored yet).
I use fiebings tan kote to give saddle leather a lustrous sheen. It works great and is very simple to use; simply dip a paintbrush in it and paint it on any smooth leather surface.
Even though I hoped for better results after using Leather Sheen, I had grown accustomed to and expected discoloration. The application was silky smooth, and the color dried evenly and without fading. This is something I will definitely use in the future.
Another customer suggested that it be used to seal the back to prevent dye from leaking onto clothing. I only used one coat, and it worked out beautifully, drying quickly. It served its purpose, and I haven't had any issues with the dye rubbing off on my clothes, so the sealing appeared to be adequate.
To antique your fine leather goods, you'll need to take the following steps. For the professional leather craftsman or the do-it-yourselfer, Fiebing's has a wide range of leather dying, modification, and care products. The best brand I've found for getting professional results even if you're a novice or DIYer.
Waterproofing is not an option. It does, however, leave a glossy finish. Before you use it, DO NOT shake it. Hundreds of air bubbles will end up on your work as a result of shaking. Use a popsicle stick or chopstick if you think it's separated, which I haven't seen.
I wanted to give it a shot. It goes on thick and fast right out of the bottle, almost like shampoo. You should be able to thin it out with a little water, I believe. It's also water-based, so it takes a long time to dry compared to resolene. The finished product has a semi-glossy appearance and feels very durable. Because it appears to stay mostly on the surface, it's best to avoid it or use thinner coats on highly flexible items. In general, I'm pleased.
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