The Saphir Teinture Francaise 50 ml (black base 01) is a permanent shoe dye specifically designed for use on low-porosity leathers. It allows for effective penetration and is intended for darkening lighter shades. You can create your own shades, as all dyes mix fully with each other.

Uses:

• Suitable for all smooth leathers with sufficient porous surface, as well as for suede, nubuck, and velvet leathers.
• Ideal for footwear and leather goods.
• Professionals can also dye patent leather, but only with the BLACK BASE dye to ensure uniform color. It is important not to prepare or smooth patent leather before application.
• For heavily pigmented leathers treated with resins, it is recommended to prepare and remove the surface layer with Saphir Décapant before application.

Instructions:

• For preparing smooth leathers, clean the surface with Saphir Décapant.
• Check the porosity of the leather, generously wet the surface to see if the water penetrates.
• Wearing gloves, apply the Teinture Française with the sponge included in the package.
• Repeat the process if necessary, for an even and beautiful result!
• Allow the leather to dry for 1 hour.

Tips:

• On patent leather, coated, and protected leathers, the use of the Deep Black version is not recommended due to reduced penetration capability.
• For a better finish, it is recommended to use Saphir products specifically suitable for the type of leather you are handling:

• Smooth Leathers: In good condition: Creme Surfine, Pate de Lux, Canadian, Creme Universelle. Worn: Juvacuir. Very worn: Creme Renovatrice.
• Suede and Nubuck Leathers: Renovetine (with brush for suede and nubuck).

Before general use, try it first on a hidden spot of the footwear to avoid alterations!