Neatsfoot oil is must... I use it just before dyeing, b'se i use IPA based dyes, which makes leather to absorb better the dyes and the color becomes bright as i expected. And i also use DIY LEATHER conditioner made of BeesWax, Lanolin Wax, Carnauba Wax, Shea butter, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and Neatsfoot Oil, which also conditions leather after Dye dried leather
@internationalleatherclub
6 ай бұрын
Testing DIY conditioners can be a lot of fun! Exciting you have found a blend you like, thanks for sharing 👍
@brutallyremastered4255
4 күн бұрын
Wow, learnt a good deal.
@internationalleatherclub
4 күн бұрын
Glad it was helpful! Thanks for the comment
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22 күн бұрын
Jojoba oil has a ph of around 4.5 to 5…and lanolin around 5.5 I really started liking these two for leather care
@internationalleatherclub
22 күн бұрын
There can be some really great alternatives. Depending on the particular oil composition long-term impact might become a factor, though for many near-term uses there's a variety that can be useful. Thanks for sharing what you use! I'm curious what else others have found that work
@C1nderfire
6 күн бұрын
no. It just feels like new leather. A bit stiff bc I’ve never actually worn them. When my hair moves back-and-forth across the back or the sides it’ll start to get staticky lol. Should I pour a little water on it and see if it beads off? I’m not sure how that works, but it doesn’t feel like there’s anything on them.
@internationalleatherclub
6 күн бұрын
I wish I had a clear and easy answer for you on this one! 😃 You could try putting a drop or so of water on a hidden or not very visible area of the leather and see how it reacts (it might absorb, stain, or repel it). I'm guessing if it's leather used in a jacket there will be some water resistance either form the type of leather or from a protective coating. Unless it's a suede (with the raised fuzzy fibers), where the fibers are very visible and open. Was also thinking, does it have a collar made from a non-leather material that could be generating the static? This is a fascinating mystery! Though I'm sure there's an answer somewhere. Also if anyone reading this has an idea or clue, please join in and share 👍
@C1nderfire
5 күн бұрын
The whole outside is leather. Even on the collar. It’s literally what if I turn my head side to side it starts generating static lol and so I thought should I condition it and maybe that’ll stop it? Because I don’t ever see anybody else having static problems. And my hair isn’t of a dry type nature so I just don’t get it! It’s been all these years and I still haven’t found an answer.
@internationalleatherclub
5 күн бұрын
@@C1nderfire Hey! 😃 I'm really stumped on this, as leather is generally very static resistant. There's definitely something going on with it, maybe a very thin, imperceptible water-resistant layer that has some plastic polymers in it's composition. Though short of knowing what it is, back to your original question 😃 on conditioner. Applying a conditioner can add additional moisture/fats/oils into the leather, those elements usually help reduce the collection of static electricity. That said though, if the leather has a protective coating, then the conditioner wouldn't be able to really penetrate the fibers and essentially won't do much. If there is no coating even an almost not noticeable one, then the conditioner might darken it some. One Idea that just came to mind is maybe call a local leather-knowledgeable dry cleaner and ask if they have ever experienced or treated a situation like you're experincing. They might have seen or fixed something like that before. I wish we could be of more help! I think here we'll be learning together on this one.
@C1nderfire
6 күн бұрын
I have 2 black leather jackets about 7 years now. That satin lining etc. Not vintage. Was never told to condition. It conducts way too much static with my hair so I’ve never worn them. Would conditioning help? Idk what to use that doesn’t leave a residue. I don’t want it to change the color either. I keep seeing mink oil but I see negatives about it. Can I use one of those circle applicators? Idk what to do or what to get
@internationalleatherclub
6 күн бұрын
Hello 😃, one thought that comes to mind, is it possible that the material is a faux leather? Or can you see on any labels if it is a full natural leather? Plastic and synthetic fibers can often enhance collection of static electricity (natural leather not so much), so maybe we can start there, then figure it out further 👍
@C1nderfire
6 күн бұрын
@@internationalleatherclub I had to look lol. They both say genuine leather. One is a black leather straight type of jacket and the other one is actually a brown type bomber jacket. Told you I never wore them or else I would’ve known all this top of my head!
@internationalleatherclub
6 күн бұрын
@@C1nderfire Hey! that's very interesting, I've never really heard of natural leather being noticeably static-y. Often, due to it's fiber composition and moisture and agents used in the taning process, it's not as prone to pick up static as other materials. So there might be another factor at play here. Does it appear to have any sort of water-resistant, anti-stick, or protectant coating on it? As to conditioning, usually natural leathers can benefit from periodic cleaning and conditioning, with natural, gentle products. If often changes the color some (just like other materials that are lighter when dry and darker when their humidity levels are higher). Though here is seems there's some sleuth steps to be done before setting on an exact path 😃
@qnikqsy3085
11 күн бұрын
Have you ever tried linseed oil, not boiled one?
@internationalleatherclub
11 күн бұрын
Hello 😃 we haven't tried a full test with linseed oil on leather yet, boiled or unboiled. It could be worth a test and see. In general I believe the fatty acid composition might lead to some pore clogging and fiber degradation in the long-term, though it might have some great utility (as some natural oils do) in the short-term. Great question, thanks for suggesting it. If you have any experience with it please do let us know, I'd be curious how it leaves the surface looking/feeling.
@jackmorningwood
6 ай бұрын
Hi. I have bought a new leather jacket, but it is from old collection and was made 12 years ago. So I treated it with some neatsfoot oil and it soaked almost instantly. Seems like it really needed it, but do I have to reapply oil for second time? I’m asking because it usually takes 12 hours on my other leather items to soak oil
@internationalleatherclub
6 ай бұрын
Hello, it generally depends on the leather itself, and how dry it is. Some might need more than others (and absorb it really quickly), especially if it has been a long time between conditionings (and factors of the environment it was stored in, etc.) If by look and feel you think it needs some more, it can be helpful to try a second application on a small area that wouldn't really be visible. See after about 24 hours how it soaks in, any color change, and if it leaves it feeling greasy or not. If you like the result, it can be an indicator the rest of the leather might react the same and have a similar result. Some might even need 3 light applications, it is mostly dependent on how dry it was to begin with, how much is applied each time, and the desired end result.
@ΦονηΒρ
6 ай бұрын
Hi! Thank you for your video! Question: can we dye the leather with "fiebing's dye"after oiling, before or we can't use these two products together? Thank you 😊
@internationalleatherclub
6 ай бұрын
Hello! 😃 Generally the oils, and dyes, will penetrate into and then adhere to the fibers. Dyeing the leather first can allow the dyes to adhere best to the fibers, then oiling after can allow those oils to sit on top of the dye. There's certainly some blending going on, so both ways are certainly possible, and can lead to some nice results.
@drom93
Ай бұрын
Hi, I've read several articles saying that leather is porous, and oil can harm its structural integrity because it can seep into this pores and cause the fibers to break down. thoughts?
@internationalleatherclub
Ай бұрын
Hello 😃, it generally comes down to the type of oil that is being used. Since most actively-used leather benefits from periodic conditioning (where the conditioner seeps into the fibers), and addition of fats/oils back can help maintain fiber integrity, Leather in museums often is maintained by environmental conditions and less with active conditioning. So for actively-used pieces, some oils can be helpful. While neatsfoot oil is popular, in longer term applications it can lead to fiber break down. Other conditioners and blends can be safer, and some potentially weaken the leather. For example, fomr mink oil blends have silicone in them, likely not great long-term for some leather use. So overall, it can really depend on the type of oil being used.
@h60plt
5 ай бұрын
Hey - Maybe you can help me out. I met a woman carrying a saddle at an airport. Her saddle was in a carrying sack. It had recently been conditioned with oil or conditioner and the smell of the leather filled up the room. She was embarrassed, I thought it was cool, we parted ways. Do you know what was used to bring out the strong smell of leather? I can't seem to find the conditioner, oil, or soap that was used.
@internationalleatherclub
5 ай бұрын
Hello 😃 I can share a few ideas / guesses, as there might be several factors. Usually, the strongest smell can come from the tannery/tanning process (as in unique to whatever that leather was and where it came from). Since that's outaide of an oil/conditioner/soap, it might help explain not easily finding it yet. The processes and finishing agents tanneries use can vary widely, and have strong smells. Next could be an added scent (like some buy and apply to get that "new car smell", and just add it to the leather. Being as she had a saddle, that might be less likely, and less natural, so a low liklihood. Some oils/soaps/conditioners can have familiar smells, though less strong that that natural "leather" smell. Maybe others can weigh in with ideas too, though I'd wager a guess it's from the tannery and the type of leather she had. More clues to the mystery!
@Alamopiper
2 ай бұрын
I want to make a leather tray for loading my tobacco pipes. I bought a piece of veg tan leather and I would like to know if Neatsfoot oil would be safe for consumables. This is my very first leather project. Thanks.
@internationalleatherclub
2 ай бұрын
Hello 😃, that sounds like a fun project. I haven't really considered leather conditioners that are safe for consumption, though happy to brainstorm some if it might help with further exploration. 100% neatsfoot oil I believe is generally natural (derived from bovine elements), though I'm not sure if the production process, packaging, handling, etc is tuned for consumption. There are natural oils, like olive oil, that are sometimes used as leather conditioners. Gnerally, they're not the greatest for long-term care fo the fibers (years, decades, etc.), though if it's for an item that is intended to be kept forever, then the utility of that oil might help make it usable in a case like this. Food grade olive oil might work, though not sure if/how it might degrade over time, from a consumption standpoint. Interesting project! I hope this helps with some thoughts and inspire some further exploration, research, and testing. If anyone else has experience here, please let us know! I'd be curious to learn more about others' experiences.
@Alamopiper
2 ай бұрын
Thank you very much for the information! I greatly appreciate it! I will let you know how it turns out.
@internationalleatherclub
2 ай бұрын
@@Alamopiper Sounds great, and like a fun one!
@DecoyJayc
6 ай бұрын
What is PH-neutral alternative to Neat's Foot Oil?
@internationalleatherclub
6 ай бұрын
Hello, I've found something like Leather Honey conditioner to work well for many things
@Profatniteplayer
4 ай бұрын
Can you use it on a leather American football?
@internationalleatherclub
4 ай бұрын
Hey 😃 It can work on a lot of leathers, and a natural leather football should see similar results as others. If it's one that will be handled and played with, this can be a helpful option. If it's an archival or vintage piece for preservation, a more gentle, or other preservation approach might help more, as neatsfoot oil can cause some degradation to the fibers over time.
@tyronewalker5764
Ай бұрын
Nothing but acids?
@internationalleatherclub
Ай бұрын
Hi, in reference to the fatty acids in the composition?
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