SEM Classic Coat for Leather

[Maserati Mario]

So I spotted this at the PB&E store the other week.
The guy there said it came out last year and didn't know anything about it, nice.
So does anyone know anything about this stuff?
Here's what I found on there site:

SEM Classic Coat for Leather

SEM CLASSIC COAT uses advanced technology to provide superior adhesion and flexibility when changing or restoring the color of most leather and vinyl. CLASSIC COAT is a fade resistant coating that won’t chip or peel and is available in many of today’s popular OEM colors.

Directions for SEM Classic Coat

[Murr1525]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

Hmm... that definitely is interesting, whether for cars, or other household things.

[Carfire]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

Paint?

[roushstage2]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

That's the stuff I used on my gauge pod. Haven't tried it on leather, but if prepped properly, I'd think it would work just as great as it did in my case.

[Murr1525]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

That's the stuff I used on my gauge pod. Haven't tried it on leather, but if prepped properly, I'd think it would work just as great as it did in my case.

Photo?

[roushstage2]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

Hmm, I don't have a direct shot of it. I can take a peek through some later, but it matches spot on.

[roger 668]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

I have used this product and find it to be the standard for the industry.

[Maserati Mario]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

Found this Hi-Tech stuff today, the guy there said it was the same stuff and he loves it!

Vinyl, Plastic, & Carpet Dye	$5.95

Restore, renew, and rejuvenate automotive carpet, vinyl, and plastic! Hi-Tech™ dye is available in thirty six colors, computer matched to O.E.M. standards! Specially formulated to leave carpet and vinyl soft and flexible, with a permanent coating that won't crack, split, peel, or rub off. The 'snorkel tip' with its adjustable fan pattern delivery system is recognized industry-wide as a mark of quality and performance. Color coded caps and labels for user convenience. Aerosol can net weight 11.25 oz. All dyes are California / OTC VOC Compliant. Please note that the color chart below is approximate. Due to the variations of web browsers and monitors it is impossible to show colors precisely over the web. Metallic colors especially cannot be rendered properly. White: HT-110 Light Brown: HT-213 Chestnut: HT-240 Deep Blue: HT-350 Gray: HT-440 Black: HT-470 Off-White: HT-120 Sand: HT-215 Light Blue Metallic: HT-310 Dove Gray: HT-400 Carbon Gray: HT-445 Red: HT-510 Beige: HT-200 Tan: HT-220 Sky Blue: HT-320 Light Gray: HT-410 Dark Gray: HT-450 Autumn Red: HT-520 Desert Tan: HT-205 Chocolate: HT-225 Medium Blue: HT-325 Silver Metallic: HT-420 Flagstone: HT-455 Dark Red: HT-530 Doeskin: HT-210 Brown: HT-230 Blue: HT-330 Gray Metallic: HT-430 Charcoal Gray: HT-460 Burgundy: HT-540 Cappuccino: HT-212 Khaki: HT-235 Dark Blue Metallic: HT-340 Dark Gray Metallic: HT-435 Tawny Gray: HT-465 Deep Green: HT-600

[SHYNEMAN123]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

I have been a SEM leather dye fan for about 20+ years. great products easy to use with very good color hold. several light coats with 10 min flash between coats works well

use white scotch brite and aerosol window to clean surface, dry and ready to dye

[Markus Kleis]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

I have been a SEM leather dye fan for about 20+ years. great products easy to use with very good color hold. several light coats with 10 min flash between coats works well

use white scotch brite and aerosol window to clean surface, dry and ready to dye

How well does it last compared to an OEM leather finish in a daily driver? Do you sand the leather first?

[SHYNEMAN123]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

How well does it last compared to an OEM leather finish in a daily driver? Do you sand the leather first?

The longest repair was on a 1980 Pontiac sunbird I had had for 3 years, sold it to a friends daughter who had it still looking great a year and half later untill she totaled the car.

Yes you can sand to remove small cracks of stains and defects. I use 180 grit. On areas like side bolsters which crack from getting in and out sand with 180G apply 2 very light coats dye let dry resand lightly with 220 and than apply 1 or 2 top coats.

The dye can work like a primmer filler as well.

Remember to remove all the dust prior to coating, low air pressure and a tack rag work well

SEM also has ready to spray pts and qts for bigger jobs. and very economical

[Markus Kleis]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

Thanks for the info Shyneman!

I have a friend that was looking to spend $1,200 to re-finish her seats and I just might give this a shot first.

[Maserati Mario]

Re: SEM Classic Coat for Leather

Me too! Thanks Shiny Man!
I bought the Hi-Tech stuff today
I have a spot on my rear seat that needs attention and I'm going to use it on a spot of carpet too.
I found out SEM is a 3M product and is very good
I thought I'd give the Hi-Tech a try on one spot and I might get SEM if needed.