Coach Rehab and Rescue Club

[Catbird9]

How about those suede erasers? This is a light color and it’s inside, so might work too.

DISCLAIMER: I don't rehab so I don't know if this will do damage.

Would Mr. Clean magic eraser work?

I did try one of those Magic Erasers (not a Mr Clean brand, however). I was afraid to rub too hard, so I brushed it lightly over the whole pocket. I didn't see much improvement, maybe a bit of lightening overall. but the black smudges weren't affected.

I'm going to look for a suede eraser and see if it might help. Thanks for the suggestions!

 

[pdxhb]

DISCLAIMER: I don't rehab so I don't know if this will do damage.

Would Mr. Clean magic eraser work?

Once upon a time I used a Mr Clean eraser on some nasty corners - this was before I really dove into rehabbing. They contain some harsh chemicals and can abrade natural materials, so I'd caution to use very very carefully. Hard earned knowledge and a bag that went in the trash...

 

[VintageViv]

Here's the Before & After on my NYC Stewardess ...featuring a dapper cat photobomb! It is not a 100% rehab as I have yet to polish the hardware but pleased with how leather fared overall. The leather is still pretty creased on the back, despite all my best efforts, but I don't really mind it. Chalking it up to "character." Disclaimer: Before pix were taken in artificial light while After pix were taken in natural, which is why color looks more bluish in After pix.

 

[Catbird9]

Once upon a time I used a Mr Clean eraser on some nasty corners - this was before I really dove into rehabbing. They contain some harsh chemicals and can abrade natural materials, so I'd caution to use very very carefully. Hard earned knowledge and a bag that went in the trash...

Thanks, that's good to know. I was hesitant about the Magic Eraser because you're supposed to wet it first. I didn't want to do that, so I just used it dry and very lightly. It didn't seem to damage the suede, but after reading your post and some reddit discussions about using Magic Erasers on leather, I think I'll avoid further tests. I'm going to wait for the E-Z Cleaner to get here and see how that goes.

 

[Catbird9]

Here's the Before & After on my NYC Stewardess ...featuring a dapper cat photobomb! It is not a 100% rehab as I have yet to polish the hardware but pleased with how leather fared overall. The leather is still pretty creased on the back, despite all my best efforts, but I don't really mind it. Chalking it up to "character." Disclaimer: Before pix were taken in artificial light while After pix were taken in natural, which is why color looks more bluish in After pix.

Beautiful! I like that character in the leather, the variations in the grain, etc.

Dapper cat approves, it seems!

 

[VintageViv]

Beautiful! I like that character in the leather, the variations in the grain, etc.

Dapper cat approves, it seems!

Yes, Poppa Cat was by my side for most of the process. He likes to get into the act with everything I do. And I had the bag drying a safe distance from our pellet stove as it is the dryest/warmest part of house and that's Poppa's favorite place to plop in winter. He was very respectful of my bag "Jill" and kept his paws off, though I'd be lying if I said I didn't have to buff off the odd cat hair once or twice. His fluff gets everywhere!

 

[Bearspaws]

What is the best way to replace this black painted edging that is coming off all over the trim (and creed) on this bag (bad me, I washed it too hot). I've been reading that Edge Kote isn't that great. Thanks!

 

[Splatnext]

Here's the Before & After on my NYC Stewardess ...featuring a dapper cat photobomb! It is not a 100% rehab as I have yet to polish the hardware but pleased with how leather fared overall. The leather is still pretty creased on the back, despite all my best efforts, but I don't really mind it. Chalking it up to "character." Disclaimer: Before pix were taken in artificial light while After pix were taken in natural, which is why color looks more bluish in After pix.

Nicely done transformation on that Stewardess and it seems Mr.Dapper gave it his purr of approval also.

 

[whateve]

What is the best way to replace this black painted edging that is coming off all over the trim (and creed) on this bag (bad me, I washed it too hot). I've been reading that Edge Kote isn't that great. Thanks!View attachment 4628726

I use fabric puff paint.

 

[katev]

I came back first to thank you for your encouragement, I did gave it a bath and no red anywhere, it is drying now after the first coat of conditioner.

Unfortunately, now I have to ask for more help, because I do not know what happened to the clips at the end of the strap, that turned like "milky...? The rest of the hardware is still in the brass color, but the clips that matched before now they are different. I imagine that has to do with the kind of metal, but what happened? Any ideas on how to return the color?

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Buff the hardware with a cloth, it happens.

Do you think that it is the vinegar that sometimes causes a reaction with the metal? Vinegar is a dilute acid so it's possible that it could react with some metals or finishes. I haven't seen this happen before but I have never used vinegar when dunking bags.

Maybe there is a way to "spot test" hardware in an area that doesn't show before dunking a bag in a bath with vinegar.

 

[WishingonaCoach]

Do you think that it is the vinegar that sometimes causes a reaction with the metal? Vinegar is a dilute acid so it's possible that it could react with some metals or finishes. I haven't seen this happen before but I have never used vinegar when dunking bags.

Maybe there is a way to "spot test" hardware in an area that doesn't show before dunking a bag in a bath with vinegar.

That is what I was thinking, but only the clips changed color not the rings that hold the strap, not the buckle on the same strap that the clips.

 

[Morgan_Bellini]

Do you think that it is the vinegar that sometimes causes a reaction with the metal? Vinegar is a dilute acid so it's possible that it could react with some metals or finishes. I haven't seen this happen before but I have never used vinegar when dunking bags.

Maybe there is a way to "spot test" hardware in an area that doesn't show before dunking a bag in a bath with vinegar.

I soaked a nasty verdegris caked turn lock in vinegar for several hours on accident and it turned a copper color. I used Brasso on it afterwards and most of the copper color returned to brass but there is still a hint of copper coloring in some places.

I'd be curious to hear anyone's thoughts on this...what did I do to the brass??

 

[aerinha]

Follow your tips and got this for $ 9.99, a vintage Pelham Zip bag,hooray ! Still can't avoid global shipping cost of $25 . Overall I am happy with the price.

Glad I helped. Congrats!

 

[Bearspaws]

I use fabric puff paint.

Thanks Whateve! What brand? I might actually be able to find that around here Lol

 

[whateve]

Thanks Whateve! What brand? I might actually be able to find that around here Lol

I think they are all the same. One brand is Tulip, another is Scribbles. They usually have a bit of shine to them that is close to the sheen of the original edging, plus the puffiness helps you get a smooth edge.