I read somewhere that this is the only product that doesn't darken the leather. Does this darken leather?
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It hasn't darkened anything I have used it on, but it might if you use it on a really dry porous piece. The items I have used it on were not real dry since I take care of them. I have used it on gun leather, boots, and purses so far and am totally pleased with the results. The best I have found.
599175
It does darken the leather. I used it on a pair of boots and it made them two shades darker - but I liked it!
599176
W., this absolutely, without a doubt DOES darken leather. Most any petroleum/wax leather application will darken lightly tanned leathers. However, I've had good success with Otter Wax not darkening very much.
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no this stuff works great put it on with a rag wait about an hour then wipe it off, I did my saddlebags last year and there still good, it my darken umm a little but when you wipe it off and let it dry it goes back to the original shade.
599178
It hasnt darkend my leather. I would think that as long as the leather has a smooth finish it will do good. It will darken something like suede or unfinished leather.
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Whenever in doubt, test it on a small part first. Wait a day and see if it fades or rubs off. Color is not a property of the leather but of the dye used. The product itself is great on all the leather items I've used it on. I doubt if you will have a problem but caution if the dyed leather was manufactured outside US.
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I used it on my Red Wing Harvester. It darkens the leather then after a month after application it Lightens up but not to the original color. The darkening is a proof for me that product really seeps into the leather. And when the leather dries out, it will go back to the original color but then u will know that u need to apply the LP again.
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The only caveat on the manufacturer's website is not to use it on extremely soft leather or suede. It will probably still darken somewhat, but not as much as a heavier oil. This is a very gentle product, but your best bet is still to try it on a small piece that isn't visible first.
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I have only used this product on darker colored leather, and so cannot answer your question. Would advise calling company
762360
Yes, Sno-Seal will darken he surface of lighter leather. I used it on a pair of Columbia hiking boots I had just purchased, which were not a light brown, but a medium dark brown, and they were a noticeably darker after I coated them with Sno-Seal. I liked the look, but you need to be aware it will darken.
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It didn't darken mine but you can try Hena it is natural and it is sold on Amazon.
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There is no list of ingredients on package. I had no problems with using the product on leather boots and leather upholstery. I, myself, had no qualms in using it on anything leather. Any nature leather will receive a darkening to it. Any processed leather will have no darkening, unless scratches and breaks in the leather are present.
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I have used it in my leather cat seats- works great. But I would suggest you test a small corner first to see if darkens your leather.
104644
I've used this product on every conceivable leather product [from upholstery to shoes and jackets] and it is fantastic. There might be a slight darkening of very porous leather upon initial application, but this tends to fade away after a week or so. And, this stuff is never sticky like Lexol products.
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According to Bick, it will not darken leather; but they recommend checking. It has not darkened my boots; good stuff.
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No. This lotion is wonderful. I have had no trouble. Just make sure you put it on even and watch your ankles and feet. It does make you dark.
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Hi, Mike--I used it on 3 pairs of leather shoes (2 black and one medium brown) and didn't see any change in color. I'll never buy anything else again to treat my leather (and it is so quick and easy to use!). Good luck!
1970249
I have an Ona Camera Bag and it did not darken the leather. At first it appears to, but when it dries, it just looks clean.
1350519
Yes it does.. I'm about to order again almost out of what I have. It gets me really dark. Now I am already dark skinned, but it's the only thing that will get me darker.. Love this Lotion..
2098319
I purchsed the product for use on dark brown leather, and noticed no difference in tone. I also tried it on an old baseball glove which, I believe, is natural cowhide and possibly similar in aniline leather in being porous. Again...no color change. Even so, I'd recommend a little test application in a spot that doesn't show, just to be sure of the result.
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It probably depends on the type and treatment of the material. Leather Honey did not darken our brown leather couch & ottoman.