A substitute for high-quality leather is used in the production of a large number of items. In addition to elasticity and a high level of quality, for a relatively small amount, it has many of its own features, which are manifested in the subsequent transformation.
Any product upholstered in artificial leather has its own service life or unpleasant moments associated with improper use. For maximum effect, you need to know several rules and relationships contained in the composition of the substance.
How and with what to glue leatherette to leatherette?
Any type of leatherette surface - This is the result of a chemical combination of nitrocellulose with fabric.
The strength is sufficient for heavy loads, but does not reach maximum compaction. In case of damage, it is worth purchasing special glue or liquid leather.
Liquid skin
The development of a new product has created a solution to most problems with repairing almost any type of damage.Its effectiveness is aimed at interacting with real skin. What should we do in our case? For a strong connection with leatherette, effective masking and obtaining a uniform surface, it is better to use special glue.
We use it to connect the lining to the two sides of the material. After the glue has dried, you can apply a thin layer of liquid leather. It has the additional property of fixation and many shades that will hide all the imperfections of your product.
Adhesive bases
Properly selected adhesive ensures reliable adhesion and helps avoid stretch marks and dysfunction. Here you should take into account the type of leatherette and its thickness.
To achieve a cheap and quick result, some people use super glue. As a result, the material and lining are deformed and hardened, obtaining an additional layer of translucent substance. If the item is usable and expensive, do not save money on repairing it.
Any type of contact adhesive can solve your problem. Its composition does not “conflict” with dermatin, but at the same time ensures a tight connection. The most popular on this issue is “Moment” glue. It is multifunctional and has virtually no significant disadvantages.
How to glue?
Having selected the necessary materials, you begin the repair itself. Here you need to follow a sequence of actions, the points of which determine the final result.
We wipe the required part of the material with a solvent (or other degreasing, water-containing substance). Spread the glue in a thin layer, allowing it to dry (a second layer is necessary for a stronger connection). After pressing or strongly squeezing the two parts, sand the exposed edges (if any).
How to seal leatherette on a sofa?
One of the most common damage to leatherette occurs on items (furniture) of permanent use. A single cut or crack, in a visible place, leads to a complete replacement of the covering or getting rid of the entire sofa.
Why not use the means at hand and save time and money with proper repairs? The method described below can be applied to the restoration of car interiors and items with a thick and strong layer of leatherette. It should not be forgotten that each approach depends on the type of damage.
Using a patch
Patches are used for tears, large abrasions, and when the edges of the material do not touch each other. Their function is to cover the gap, with the edges covering more space. The application of leatherette to the surface leads to a thickening of the layer, which is very noticeable from the outside.
To avoid losing the overall look, people resort to another option. By purchasing the required piece of leatherette, matching the color and pattern of your furniture, you cut it so that it fits correctly and tightly into the damaged space. If it is abrasion, then you can carefully cut it around the circumference, getting rid of the corners.
Here you will need a lining made of any material, including cotton. It is necessary to strengthen the seams and covers more space than the patch itself. It should be glued with a special elastic glue to a space previously wiped with solvent. After drying with a hairdryer, apply a small layer of glue to the side of the gasket that will be in contact with the patch.
Liquid skin
Applicable for all kinds of defects in leatherette coating, including the option described above.After installing the patch, the seam does not disappear and continues to attract attention. This space can be filled with a liquid product, which, after drying, will make the surface uniform.
Burns or various types of cuts are eliminated in an easier way. Place the liner and spread the contents of the tube evenly. To obtain the pattern, a special canvas is attached to the product. As a final action, press it with any object with a hard surface, covering the entire area.
Selection of adhesive material
Despite the fact that liquid leather is an adhesive, for long-term and high-quality fixation, you have to purchase additional items. All the same rules and features described above apply here (adhesive bases). The choice definitely falls on Moment glue. Its peculiarity is that it can withstand maximum loads with a small volume.
Important! Moment glue comes in different types and from different countries of origin. This should be remembered when purchasing in a store. Be sure to look at the composition and functions of the products.
Leatherette upholstery of an iron door
When insulating and soundproofing entrance doors, a leatherette layer is often used. It is the logical conclusion of the upholstery and a decorative part of the hallway. When working with a wooden door, everything is simple!
You can attach the layer using special nail holes. Glue is used for iron doors. This kind of work has many difficulties and features.
What should you pay attention to?
When choosing leatherette in a store, you need to pay attention to its quality and thickness. Thinner ones will hold less. When pulled on the door, it may become deformed. Don't forget about the sizes! The width of the roll should be 10-15 cm larger than the door.
You start by completely clearing the door of any bulges. Remove the lock, peephole and other items, and begin wiping with a water-containing substance (solvent). Depending on the required functions, glue the required number of layers. If you need serious insulation and sound insulation, use foam rubber and a special high-density fabric. The foam rubber is glued with glue, and the soundproofing blocks have a device - a sticky side. Lastly, the leatherette layer is adjusted. Attaching from top to bottom, stretch along the length and sides.
Important! Before cutting out the holes for the lock and peephole, set the layers as correctly as possible without making any mistakes in size! Otherwise you will have to buy a new roll.
Types of glue
The choice of glue, in this case, is the most crucial moment of all cases. The service life depends on it. When considering the required glue, pay attention to the following characteristics:
- heat resistance;
- elasticity;
- viscosity.
Moment and contact adhesive 88 have these properties. In some cases, PVA is used.
Attention! When choosing PVA, do not forget about its variety. There are stationery, household and universal (construction) ones. The durability and effectiveness of the latter is suitable for application to the door.
Cautions
If you decide not to contact special workshops and do everything yourself, do not forget about the sequence of actions. For example: the lack of preliminary cleaning of the surface leads to a poor connection with the material, which is hampered by the presence of fat or other materials.
This article describes only working with leatherette. In addition to it, there are a large number of types of artificial leather, which differ radically in their composition and methods of use.
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