Mesh Sub-Patch
This is a piece of strong high-tensile mesh. It is used under leather tears to stabilise, strengthen and support repairs. It can be glued or stitched into position. It measure 250mm x 150mm which allows for several small repairs or a large one.
How to use a sub-patch to repair a leather tear
1) Cut a round edged patch that is larger than the tear. Your patch can be up to twice as large as the tear.
2) Use a palette knife or other tool to place and position the patch under the leather. Ensure there are no kinks or curls in the patch.
3) Option 1: Glue in. Insert and spread some glue behind the tear and onto the patch. Apply glue to the edges of the tear and bring the edges together. Wipe away any excess glue from the surface. Masking tape or weights can be used to immobilise the join during drying.
Option 2: Stitch in. Insert the oatch under the tear. Use an upholsttry needle and thread to stitch the leather edges and mesh together. Glue can be inserted or applied over the stitched join after stitching is completed.
4) Allow the join to remain undisturbed until the glue has dried.
All types
Use as needed.
Cut a patch that is 1.5 to 2 times the size of the opening in the leather. Insert it under the opening. The patch can be anchored in two ways:
1) Glued: Apply glue to the edges of the underside of the hole. Wait until the glue is almost dry then add an additional layer. Wait a few minutes for the glue to become tacky. Join and firmly hold the parts in place until bonded. Depending on the amount of glue used, humidity and porousity of your leather, this may be minutes or a couple of days. Wipe away excess immediately.
2) Stitched: Insert the sub-patch then stitch through the edges of the leather opening and through the mesh.
Glue can be applied after stitching.
Always clean leather and vinyl before gluing. Wash up in water. Keep airtight.
50ml Suede & Fabric Colour
125ml Suede & Fabric Colour
250ml Suede & Fabric Colour
Starter Kit:
Suede & Fabric Colour 50ml
Spot & Prep 50ml
Essentials Kit:
Suede & Fabric Colour 125ml
Spot & Prep 125ml
Like A Pro Kit:
Suede & Fabric Colour 250ml
Spot & Prep 250ml
Brushes, microfibre cloths and palette knife can be cleaned, stored in a cool dry place and reused as needed.