by barry | Jan 14, 2020 | sofa restoration, Uncategorized
This lovely antique sofa has spent much of its life in a famous London recording studio. If it could talk it would probably have many a story to tell but this well loved sofa was in need for some help to return to its former self without loosing its character....
by barry | Jul 4, 2018 | sofa restoration, Uncategorized
Recently at the Leather Surgeons we have been taking on ever increasing large upholstery jobs. One customer came to us with the intension of salvaging his leather suite which had a lot of sentimental value. After conducting an assessment it became apparent to ensure...
by barry | Jan 18, 2018 | sofa restoration, Uncategorized
We are often asked to change the colour of leather furniture. This in principle is possible providing the leather is to become a darker colour, but it is not as simple as it may seem. In this case we have to dismantle the chair completely and remove all of the...
by barry | Jan 15, 2018 | sofa restoration
Aniline Leather The most attractive and natural leathers due to their soft natural feel and appearance. These are leathers which have been aniline dyed through in a vat and have no sealant coating. They are the most expensive leathers to produce because only the very...
by barry | Nov 14, 2016 | sofa restoration
Greasy and oily patches on head rest areas of aniline leather sofas are a common problem. Whilst it may not be possible to completely remove the oils without damaging the leather we have treatments which can solve this unsightly problem without the need to replace the...
by barry | Jan 4, 2016 | sofa restoration
We receive at least one enquiry every week about problems caused by dog flea treatments which have damaged the finish on leather furniture. The leading brands of flea treatments all contain a strong solvent which, when it comes into contact with leather, will dissolve...
