Leathercraft
Classic alcohol-based leather dye that penetrates deep into vegetable-tanned leather for rich, permanent color. Dries quickly with excellent coverage. Available in 32 colors and 3 sizes for projects of any scale.
B2B Verified
Factory Direct
Heritage 40+
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A SaraWest base formula for your brand. Evaluation samples are prepared after scope approval and payment.
Development fees cover formulation work, lab time, and evaluation sample preparation. They are charged per agreed project and are required before work begins. Scope, sample quantity, revisions, minimum order quantity (MOQ), and timing are confirmed in your written agreement.
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Made in Pampa, Texas
Our chemists are downstairs. Your product is made right here.
Typical use cases
- 01Leathercrafters
- 02Saddle makers
- 03Belt and wallet makers
Color that goes deep, stays true, and doesn't fade when your project hits real life.
Most craft dyes look great on the first day and faded by the end of the month. They sit on the surface, streak during application, and bleed onto everything they touch. You put in hours of tooling and stitching just to watch the color give up.
SaraWest Basic Leather Dye is an alcohol-based formula that penetrates deep into vegetable-tanned leather for rich, permanent color. It dries fast, covers evenly, and stays where you put it - through flexing, handling, and daily use.
With 32 colors and sizes from 4 oz to a full gallon, this dye scales from a single wallet project to a full production run. Backed by about 40 years of formulation experience and sold factory-direct.
- Deep-penetrating alcohol-based formula for permanent color
- 32 colors to match any project vision
- Fast drying with excellent coverage
- Available in 4 oz, 32 oz, and 1 gallon
- Factory-direct pricing - professional results without professional markup
Prep leather with SaraWest Dye Prep or a damp sponge wipe. Apply dye with a wool dauber, sponge, or spray gun in even, overlapping strokes. Work in good ventilation. Allow to dry completely between coats.
Seal with SaraWest FlexCoat Finish or Heritage Antique for protection and durability.
- Rich, even color penetration on vegetable-tanned leather
- Color that stays true through handling and use
- Smooth coverage without streaking when applied properly
- Professional-quality results at hobby-friendly prices
Many craft dyes are watered down to hit a price point, which means more coats, uneven coverage, and fading within weeks. SaraWest Basic Leather Dye is concentrated enough to deliver deep color on the first coat and permanent results that hold up under real use. Better chemistry, better price - straight from the factory.
