http://ask.metafilter.com/tags/fadedleather Questions tagged with 'fadedleather' at Ask MetaFilter. Sun, 04 May 2008 17:18:29 -0800 Sun, 04 May 2008 17:18:29 -0800 en-us http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss 60 http://ask.metafilter.com/90526/Fine%2Dcorinthian%2Dleather Please give me your best tips and recommendations for bringing a leather sofa and chair back to life. A friend gave me a great leather sofa, chair and ottoman. They are in great shape except the leather is very faded and 'light' on the tops of the cushions and ottoman. It has retained its original color on the back and sides. It is still soft but looks like it needs a pound of lard rubbed into it. He says that the set was in the sun and that is why the color has faded on the top.<br> <br> What can I do to help moisturize and bring the leather back? I've read the previous posts on leather care but they seem to deal with hard, cracking or torn leather. Mine seems supple, just faded and "dry". <br> <br> What do you suggest? Favorite products? Do they make leather cream that has a tint to it to help restore the color? I browsed the shelves at the Lowe's but got overwhelmed so I thought I would ask for help. I also want something that will soak in so I don't have to worry about getting it on my clothes.<br> <br> Thanks in advance. Any and all tips appreciated. tag:ask.metafilter.com,2008:site.90526 Sun, 04 May 2008 17:18:29 -0800 fadedleather furniture leathercare leathermoistureize pearlybob