Interior Leather Repair

[robk84]

Technically i know this isnt the right forum, however thought id give it a shot.

I have brought a BMW 530i as a "project" which is turning more into a money pit. However thats another story.

One of the many things i want to do is try and get the leather back. Its worn and creased on the drivers seat, lost some of its shape, the arm rest has started to loose colour, along with the door handle.

Can it be done without spending a fortune on new door cards/seat covers etc - its individual champagne, so cant afford to buy new seat covers and door cards. Would new foam help the drivers seat?

Just looking for advice on whats worked for anyone else, ive heard it can be painted? Is it durable?

Cheers
Rob

Edited by robk84 on Monday 24th January 23:11

[kds keltec]

Look here

http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

kelly

[volvoforlife]

Use scuffmaster

[richcorsavxr]

paint/dye wise i brought off ebay something called leather scratch repair by scratch doctor, does a really good job for only 12ish quid just tell them the colour you want and they will send it with a few differnt shades to lighten or darken the dye,
before

after



did this summer last year and its still looks as good as the day i did it

[lambo_xx]

Have a look here:
http://www.pistonheads.com/gassing/topic.asp?h=0&a...

I've used products from a company called Furniture clinic and the results are amazing, i highly recommend them.

[msherry21]

Hi, Yes that seat can be repaired. With modern leathers, a pigment is applied and is just as durable as when the leather left the tannery. As for the foam, it may well need replacing.

Cheers,

Michael.