Saphir Beauté du Cuir alcohol-based Teinture Française® dye has been specially formulated for use on leather with minimal porosity, allowing it to penetrate the surface effectively. It is intended solely for darkening lighter shades. 

You can create your own colors, as all the dyes are fully mixable.

Product made in France.

Size: 50ml

Made in France

• Suitable for all smooth leathers with sufficient porosity, as well as suede, nubuck, and velvety leathers.
• Ideal for both shoes and leather goods.
• NOT recommended for coated or protected leathers - patent leather. See below. 
• Professionals can also dye patent leather, but only using the BLACK BASE dye to ensure a uniform color.
  It is important not to prepare or strip patent leather before application.
• For heavily pigmented leathers treated with resins, it is advisable to prepare and strip the surface using Décapant (code 0844) before application.

INSTRUCTIONS:

Preparation on smooth leathers, clean the surface using Decapant.

1. To check the porosity of the leather, generously wet the surface to see if the water penetrates.
2. It is easy to observe with the naked eye whether the pores are open or completely closed.
3. Using a glove, apply the Teinture Française® with the applicator pad.
4. Repeat the process if needed to achieve a uniform, even shade.
5. Allow the leather to dry for 1 hour.

Patent Leather Application:

Unlike the BASE BLACK Teinture Française®, the new DEEP BLACK version is not recommended for coated or protected leathers (which constitute the majority of leathers on the market) or patent leathers, due to its reduced penetration ability. For patent and coated leathers, the BASE BLACK remains the best choice for achieving a uniform finish.

Finishing Recommendations:

To ensure optimal results after applying the dye, it is recommended to use Saphir products suitable for the specific type of leather being treated:

• Smooth Leathers (depending on their condition):

1. In good condition: Crème Surfine or Crème de Luxe in black, Canadian in black, or Crème Universelle.
2. Worn-out: Juvacuir
3. Very worn-out: Crème Renovatrice

• Suede and Nubuck:

Renovétine in black (with a Suede & Nubuck Brush)