Fiebings Tan Kote – 4 Ounce Bottle.
Give your leather projects a classic, professional finish with Fiebings Tan Kote, a trusted resin-based top coat favored by saddle and belt makers for over a century. This easy-to-use finish delivers a soft, mellow satin sheen that enhances the natural beauty of smooth vegetable-tanned leather without creating a water-resistant barrier, allowing the leather to breathe and be periodically cleaned and oiled.
Key Features:
Resin-Based Formula: Provides a flexible, durable top finish that penetrates leather grooves and tooling details, enriching carved designs with a rich, mellow gloss.
Soft Satin Finish: Dries to a subtle satin sheen, giving leather a warm, natural look without a shiny or plastic appearance.
Versatile Application: Can be applied by sponge, brush, or spray, making it easy to cover large or detailed areas evenly.
Ideal for Smooth Leather: Perfect for saddles, belts, shoes, handbags, and other smooth leather goods, especially vegetable-tanned leather.
Compatible with Antique Finishes: Often used to thin Fiebing’s Antique Finish and allows for ongoing cleaning and conditioning of leather over time.
Benefits:
- Enhances and protects leather while maintaining its suppleness and breathability.
- Highlights tooling and carved details with a rich, natural glow.
- Allows leather to be cleaned and conditioned after application, extending product life.
- Trusted by professional leather crafters for reliable, beautiful results.
How to Use:
- Shake or stir well before use.
- Apply liberally with a sponge, brush, or spray in circular and back-and-forth motions to ensure even coverage.
- Work the finish into carved edges and tooling grooves for enhanced detail.
- Allow to dry completely-drying times vary by environment; overnight drying is recommended.
- Buff with a clean, dry cloth or sheepskin wool to achieve the desired mellow finish.
Note: Tan Kote is not water-resistant and should be reapplied as needed to maintain protection and appearance. Avoid freezing temperatures during storage and shipping to preserve product quality.
Elevate your leathercraft projects with Fiebings Tan Kote 4 oz, the original top coat that delivers timeless satin elegance and lasting protection.
