01Find the right solution in 60 seconds
Before selecting a product, answer four questions: What material is it made of? What type of damage is present? How large is the affected area? Does it need cleaning, conditioning, refreshing, or repair?
Find the right solution now →02Is your material suitable?
Not all leather-like materials are treated the same. Therefore, always test on an inconspicuous area first.
Check material in the assistant →03What damage has occurred?
A correct diagnosis prevents unnecessary work and incorrect purchases.
Select damage →04The VILOU system
A professional result is not achieved through a thick layer of paint, but through the correct sequence and several controlled work steps.
Open full instructions →05How to properly clean leather
Always work from mild to intensive. Household cleaners, harsh soaps, alcohol mixtures, or soaked cloths can damage the surface and color.
cleaning & Discover care →06Refreshing color wear
If the area is smooth and only the paint has been rubbed off, in many cases no filler material is needed.
Select the appropriate leather color →07Repairing scratches and small cracks
Noticeable indentations first require a flexible structure. Paint alone will not fill a crack.
View liquid leather →08Hole in the leather: Know your limits
Small, stable holes can be repaired. Large defects, seams, airbag areas and load-bearing zones should be left to professionals.
Compare repair kits →09Refurbishing your own steering wheel
Steering wheels are subject to heavy wear and tear from skin oils, sweat, and friction. Proper preparation is crucial for grip and durability.
Opening the steering wheel repair kit →10Repairing a car seat
The door sills often show paint wear, scratches, or small cracks first. Before starting, check the seams, airbag markings, and material stability.
Find a solution for car leather →11leather sofa and armchair
With furniture, seats, armrests, and headrests are subjected to different levels of stress. Don't automatically treat the entire piece of furniture the same.
Open sofa guide →12How much leather dye do you need?
The following quantities are guidelines. Actual consumption depends on the area, absorbency, starting color, target color, and application method. Several thin coats are better than one thick one.
Open quantity recommendation →13Choosing the right shade and gloss
Color name, leather code, aging and light affect the result.An identical name does not automatically guarantee an invisible repair on aged leather.
Select color →14The most common mistakes
Almost all avoidable complaints arise from incorrect diagnosis, inadequate preparation, or too much product.
Avoiding mistakes - Instructions →15Quality control before use
Only assess the result after it has completely dried in good light.
If you are unsure, please contact us →16Your quick start
You don't need to know all the products. Start with the material, the damage, and the application – the VILOU repair assistant will guide you to the right solution.
Start the repair assistant →17Stain removal
The faster and more gently you react, the lower the risk of permanent marks. Open-pored and light-colored leathers are particularly sensitive.
View suitable cleaning products →18What does each product do?
Each component has its own specific function. Making the right distinction prevents incorrect purchases and improves the outcome.
Products in the correct order →19Care plan and value retention
Regular checkups are more effective than infrequent intensive treatment. Adjust the intervals according to usage, climate, and sun exposure.
Select care products →20Checklist before ordering and use
This quick check will help you avoid the most common causes of incorrect product selection and poor results.
Check selection now →21Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to the most important questions before ordering and use.
Still unanswered? Check solution →22Compact Leather Lexicon
The most important terms so you can confidently classify material, damage, and product description.
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