Why is my dye bleeding or staining?Updated a month ago

If your dye is bleeding or staining, it's likely because there is some residual dye on the leather's surface that didn't fully soak in. When you dye leather, not all of the dye can penetrate deep into the material. Some of it might dry on the top instead of getting absorbed. That's why we always recommend an extra step after dyeing: buffing or cleaning the leather.

Once the dye has dried, take a clean cloth and gently buff the surface of the leather. This helps remove any dye that's sitting on the surface and not absorbed into the material. By doing this, you reduce the chances of the dye bleeding or staining other things it comes into contact with. This step is crucial for ensuring your dyed leather looks great and maintains its color without causing unwanted stains.

For those looking to take an extra precautionary step in ensuring their dyed leather is clean and free from residual surface dye, a light wipe with alcohol or 802 Spot Remover can be very effective. After buffing the leather, lightly dampen a cloth with either alcohol or 802 Spot Remover and gently wipe the surface of the leather. This action helps to clean the surface thoroughly, lifting away any remaining dye that didn't penetrate into the leather.