LeTech
Leather Primer EXPERT LINE
Leather Primer
Professional water-based adhesion primer that promotes strong bonding between leather/PU substrates and colour systems. Levels porosity, improves wetting, and creates a receptive, uniform surface for durable recolouring and protective top coats.
What It Does
Leather Primer anchors the colourant to the substrate by penetrating the micro-relief and forming a thin, flexible intercoat. It evens absorption on repaired zones (fillers/binder) and intact areas, helping achieve uniform colour build, improved scratch resistance and long-term durability.
Essential step before applying Leather Colourant and Top Coat, especially on high-wear panels and steering wheels.
Professional Applications
- Automotive: bolsters, steering wheels, panels after prep and filler work.
- Furniture: seating areas and armrests for even recolouring and wear resistance.
- Leather goods: bags, footwear, accessories where flexible adhesion is critical.
Compatible Leather Types
Finished/pigmented leather, many semi-aniline and PU/artificial leather surfaces prepared with Degreaser/Prep. Always test on a hidden area. Not for suede or nubuck.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Water-based adhesion primer for leather/PU |
| Application | Sponge or spray in thin, even coats; allow flash between layers |
| Drying | Air or gentle warm-air assist; proceed when dry to the touch |
| System workflow | Degreaser → Prep → (Binder/Fillers if needed) → Leather Primer → Colourant → Top Coat |
| Film properties | Flexible, non-brittle intercoat; enhances adhesion and colour uniformity |
| Available volumes | 100 ml / 3.38 fl oz · 200 ml / 6.76 fl oz · 500 ml / 16.91 fl oz · 1 L / 33.81 fl oz · 5 L / 169.07 fl oz |
Tips & Related Products
- Ensure thorough degreasing and keying (Leather Liquid Degreaser + Leather Prep) before priming.
- Apply multiple light coats rather than one heavy coat for best flow and level.
- For extreme wear areas, pair the system with Cross-Linker (in colour/top coat) and finish with the desired sheen.