Leather things are very attractive in appearance, durable, practical. However, they have one significant drawback. Over time, they lose their original luster. Cuts, cracks, abrasions, scratches appear on the surface, color fades. Many people are sorry to part with their favorite things. But no one wants to look untidy. In many cases, skin glue will help fix the situation. Repairs can be done on your own. With the help of special compounds, you can not only eliminate cuts, but also mask scuffs and other defects. Next, consider which glue to use for leather in certain cases.
General information
Both on a production scale and at home, it often becomes necessary to use glue for the skin. Repair of parts is carried out with various compositions: perchlorovinyl, rubber, polyurethane and others. Some elements made of artificial material (substitute) are restored using polyvinyl acetal mixtures andpolyamides. Today, the choice in stores is quite wide. You can also make your own leather glue.
Features of compositions
Due to the wide range, consumers often wonder if there is a better adhesive for leather. Experts in this case do not give a definite answer. When choosing which glue to use for leather, you need to know the characteristics of the material itself and the operational properties of a particular composition. However, there are a number of characteristics that any mixture used in operation should have. Skin adhesive must possess:
- Good viscosity.
- Elasticity.
- Resistant to fats, oils and water.
- Heat resistant.
Most Popular Lineups
Not all masters prefer to use special glue for leather. Some use the universal composition "Moment". This is a fairly popular glue. Rubber compounds are also used for gluing leather. Often used in the work and mixtures for the restoration of shoes. Some craftsmen use special adhesive tapes. They are sticky on both sides. Ribbons are quite convenient to work with, especially when you need to replace the zipper or glue the seam allowances. PVA glue is also very popular. After drying, it forms a smooth transparent film that is resistant to UV, grease and oil. It is not subject to mechanical damage. PVA is used as an adhesive for leather and fabric. After applying the composition (with careful work), there are no traces onthings. Nairite glue for leather is also often used. Its consistency is similar to honey. It is liquid, transparent with a yellow-brown tint. With its help, the restoration of leather goods (belts and other things) is carried out. This composition has good adhesion. There are instructions on the container. Bonding can be done hot or cold.
"Dismokol" is a liquid crystal clear composition. This leather glue is used to mask cuts on the elements. It also fixes small details. This glue for gluing leather is also used in two ways. Can be hot and cold fixed.
Rubber glue is considered quite unreliable. For leather goods, it can be used for auxiliary or temporary operations. For example, when basting, performing applications, stitching, bending and other manipulations. The rubber adhesive has a liquid consistency and is cloudy and pale yellow in color.
Celluloid composition
Many consumers are wondering what kind of leather adhesive has high adhesion. In this case, it is worth mentioning the celluloid composition. It is used in working with different materials. In particular, this glue is used for wood and leather, plastics, textiles and other things. The composition dries quickly enough, resistant to moisture. You can make it yourself. To do this, take the old film. In hot water, it should be washed from the emulsion, and then cut into small pieces. They should be placed inglass container and pour acetone or pear essence (amyl acetate). The proportions are as follows: 1 part celluloid to 2-3 parts solvent. The container needs to be shaken periodically. After the film is completely dissolved, the adhesive is ready for use.
Flour mix
This is a fairly simple recipe with available ingredients. To prepare the glue, you need flour (wheat) - 10 parts, 0.2 parts of alum and water - 410 parts. First, the gruel is made. Wheat flour is kneaded in cold water. The porridge should be without lumps. The remaining water is heated to a boil. Alum must be dissolved in it. Cooked slurry is added to them, mixed and boiled. The result should be a translucent mass.
Composition for restoration in the car
Many owners of personal vehicles periodically change the color of the leather upholstery in the cabin. This procedure is called stretching. In the process, when using adhesives, leather of the desired color is glued to the seats. In this case, you can use the "Moment" mentioned above. Glue "88" is also popular. But it has a fairly persistent unpleasant odor. However, the fixation itself is very secure.
Glue Mah
This compound adheres very securely to plastic. The glue is toxic and flammable, so care must be taken when working. The composition should be used in a well-ventilated area. An opened tube must be used within six months. Then the glue will startexfoliate. Immediately before use, the composition is thoroughly mixed. The surfaces to be restored are degreased, sanded, coated with a primer. Glue is applied to a dry surface with a special brush. Her hairs should not remain on the surface. An industrial hair dryer can be used to speed up drying. IER-1 paste is used to protect hands during work. Glue drying time - 3 hours. After completing the work, hands should be washed with soap and oily cream.
Sprays
Spray adhesives are very easy to use. They are often used to fix soft and flexible materials. These, in particular, include not only leather, but also linoleum, foam rubber, mineral wool, carpet. Modern sprays can be applied on a concrete base, uneven surfaces. They do not require long-term fixation.
Liquid Skin
No special skills are required to work with this composition. It is convenient to work with liquid leather - during the first 20 minutes it does not polymerize, which allows you to correct possible errors in work. During this time, the composition can be washed off with soapy water. The area restored with liquid leather will have excellent elasticity and high strength. The composition is applied on surfaces that are subjected to strong tension. These are, in particular, the seats of armchairs, sofas, shoes, and some details of clothing. The composition uses a high quality pigment. Due to it, an opaque color is created even when applying a very thin layer. The product to which the liquidskin, becomes resistant to moisture.
How to clean the surface?
In some cases, it is necessary to remove the adhesive from the leather product. There are several ways to do this. You can, for example, use nail polish remover. The treated area is wetted with a solvent and left for an hour. After this time, the area is rubbed with a soft brush. In some cases, the procedure must be repeated several times. Sometimes a bar or liquid soap or a greasy cream is used to clean the surface. To remove superglue, you need to use the Dimexide tool. It is sold in a pharmacy. A cotton swab is moistened in the solution and the contaminated area is treated with it. You can also use heat or freeze the area to remove superglue. Under the influence of high or low temperature, the composition becomes brittle. In this case, it can be scraped off with a pumice stone or a nail file. There is also a special "remover" for glue in stores. With the help of a high-quality composition, even old dirt can be removed. At the same time, the surface itself retains its integrity. You can clean your hands with a "remover" in just a few minutes.
In closing
As you can see, the choice of compositions is quite wide. Which leather glue to use will depend on the characteristics of the material and the end goal of the work. In any case, before you start, you should read the instructions on the package. If the adhesive is toxic, precautions must be taken.
