Members NewYorkerInSydney Posted May 7, 2013 Members Report Posted May 7, 2013 Hi folks, I often use chrome tan leather. When it comes time to make the sides look nice its challenging. Ive used Fiebings Edge Kote and Dura Edge and they still dry a bit stiff. I've seen many fine bags, wallets, etc with a rubbery kind of edge dressing. Does anyone know where I might be able to find something like it or something better than what Im using right now? Thanking you in advance. Kind regards, Nyis Quote
Members The Mean Tambourine Posted May 9, 2013 Members Report Posted May 9, 2013 I have been wondering the same thing Nyis! Have you heard any suggestions from anyone? Quote
Members CampbellRandall Posted May 9, 2013 Members Report Posted May 9, 2013 We stock an Italian line of Edge Paints, a flexible latex base, in various colors both Glossy & Matte Finish. I would recommend the thicker viscosity PLUS paints for soft leathers. Edge Paint Color Chart - Dan Naegle Campbell-Randall Machinery Quote
Members billymac814 Posted May 11, 2013 Members Report Posted May 11, 2013 That rubbery stuff is done with a special machine that heats it up and applies it, it isn't a cheap endevour at all. We do a lot of repair work and it would be nice to be able to match the finish but not for that cost. I'd be interested in trying those edge paints from Campbell-Randall, that may be close enough. Quote
Members ItsJustNC Posted May 14, 2013 Members Report Posted May 14, 2013 Craft Sha Leathercraft Leather Edge Dye Dressing Black Gloss Lacquer Finish from Goodsjapan works pretty well. Quote
Members conceptdiba Posted May 17, 2013 Members Report Posted May 17, 2013 like billymac814 pointed out, the high-end stuff is applied via a heated edge tool which was discussed in this thread. I know a source for the edge paint but it's overseas and only sold in large containers. If you'd be interested in doing a group buy with me and a few other people, please send me a PM, so shipping costs can be split and the large containers can be split into smaller sizes for us small craftsmen! Quote
Members CampbellRandall Posted May 17, 2013 Members Report Posted May 17, 2013 If you use the PLUS paint, you can get a good smooth finish (with a burnish or glaze process between applications), in just two coats. Quote
Members nrk Posted November 12, 2013 Members Report Posted November 12, 2013 Craft Sha Leathercraft Leather Edge Dye Dressing Black Gloss Lacquer Finish from Goodsjapan works pretty well. could you please describe how exactly do you use it? applying steps and etc. pictures are welcome I've tried this stuff, but made a lot of layers - and now I see that rubber goes off the leather, which I assume because of 'layering' how to use it properly? Quote
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