LeTech
Leather Slip Additive
Leather Slip Additive
Professional tactile modifier for water-based leather top coats. Reduces squeak and surface friction, adds a soft, silky hand and improves glide — without changing the colour or visual appearance of the finish when used as directed.
What It Does
Leather Slip Additive tunes the tactile behaviour of leather top coats: it lowers static and dynamic friction, mitigates contact noise (“squeak”), and creates a refined, smooth touch. The visual character of the coating remains unchanged — the modification is purely tactile.
Ideal where quiet operation, refined feel and effortless glide matter: premium interiors, furniture, leather goods.
Professional Applications
- Automotive & aviation interiors: quieter bolsters/armrests; smoother hand on contact zones.
- Furniture & upholstery: reduced squeak; premium soft-touch feel.
- Leather goods: refined glide for bags, jackets, small leather accessories.
Compatible Products
Designed to be mixed into water-based leather top coats. Particularly relevant for matte systems:
- Leather Top Coat Mat
- Leather Top Coat Mat X2
For any combined use with other additives (e.g., protection additives), prepare a small test batch first.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Tactile/slip additive for water-based leather top coats |
| Primary function | Reduces squeak & friction; enhances soft-touch feel and glide |
| Visual impact | No colour shift; no unwanted gloss when used as directed |
| Use level | Add gradually to the top coat until desired tactile effect is achieved (small-batch test required) |
| Application | Mix into top coat → test panel → apply per host top coat instructions |
| System | Water-borne finishing systems |
| Available volumes (US store) | 100 ml / 200 ml |
Tips & Related Products
- For the quietest, softest touch on matte finishes, mix into Leather Top Coat Mat or Mat X2.
- Always run a test panel to calibrate slip level without over-modifying the film.
- Apply in thin, even coats and allow proper flash/cure per the host top coat.
Why LeTech
Built for professional finishing workflows, LeTech tactile modifiers deliver a controlled, premium soft-touch experience without compromising colour accuracy or coating integrity. Integrates cleanly into water-based matte top coats for consistent, quiet, luxurious feel.