First, let me state that I know nothing about leather, except real leather is derived from animals (I think). Second, I have tried to get this question answered with Google searches, no joy.
My question involves a factory off white/egg shell colored leather covered auto steering wheel. A couple of areas have appreciably darkened, in areas that get the most hand contact,. I have cleaned the wheel with commonly recommended methods, but the dark areas remain. The non darkened areas feel smooth and are some what shiny, the dark areas feel somewhat "fuzzy" and appear dull. I conjecture that the leather was was protected with a sealant of some sort, and long term handling has worn through the sealant. I have been able to return the dark areas to the off white color by lightly sanding, and tried applying a sealant (Resolene) which immediately darkened the leather.
My questions are is my conjecture regarding sealant correct, and if so can the leather be resealed with out altering the color?
Any help greatly appreciated.
Cheers,
Rod
