Koch-Chemie × COLOURLOCK COLOURLOCK "Leather Colour" (Fiat) — Standard leather dye for Fiat 1000ml

COLOURLOCK Leather Colour for Fiat: Original Standard Colour for Factory-Authentic Leather Repairs

What is COLOURLOCK Leather Colour for Fiat? — This precisely matched standard leather colour enables authentic colour refreshes and repairs on Fiat leather, ensuring a consistently even, factory-typical finish.

COLOURLOCK Leather Colour (Fiat) is a precisely matched standard leather colour for the professional repair, refreshing, and recolouring of Fiat leather interiors. The colours are based on original Fiat colour samples and are formulated to blend harmoniously with existing surfaces. Ideal for seat bolsters, steering wheels, armrests, door panels, and all pigmented smooth leather in the vehicle interior where colour fidelity and OEM appearance are crucial.

• Original Fiat Colours – Developed according to factory-close colour samples.
• For Repair & Refreshing – Ideal for abrasion, fading, and colour loss.
• Professional Finish – Optimal adhesion and consistent colour appearance.

💡 Detailing1-Workshop Practical Tip: In our workshop, we frequently see the same problem with Fiat refurbishments — colour loss on seat bolsters and steering wheels is covered up with cheap care spray that doesn't last four weeks. With Leather Colour (Fiat) dabbed on with a microfibre pad in 2-3 thin layers, dried for 30 minutes in between, and finally sealed with Top Coat Dull — the result lasts 2-3 years, like new from the factory.

Prepare, Dab Thinly, Seal with Top Coat

Leather Colour (Fiat) is applied in 2-3 thin layers, with 30 minutes drying time in between, and finally sealed with Top Coat. Thin layers last for years; thick layers crack.

Before applying the colour, the leather is cleaned with leather cleaner and degreased with Plastic Cleaner or rubbing alcohol. Deep cracks and abrasion marks are filled with Filler or Super Filler and smoothed with 1000-grit sanding fleece. The Fiat colours are then dabbed on with a microfibre pad, wiped with a soft brush, or, for large-area repairs, applied with a spray bottle.

After complete drying for at least 4 hours, seal with Top Coat — Dull for a matte, original OEM look, Glossy for medium shine, High Gloss for maximum brilliance. One litre of Leather Colour covers approximately 8–10 m² of leather surface; a 250 ml bottle is sufficient for a complete pair of seats including the steering wheel. The same workflow works for all components from seat cushions to door panels to the centre armrest.

Pigmented Leather Yes, Natural Leather and Suede No

Leather Colour (Fiat) is exclusively suitable for pigmented smooth leather — the standard in modern automotive applications. Natural leather, aniline leather, and suede react differently and require other COLOURLOCK product lines.

The water-based formulation bonds with the pigment layer of modern automotive leather, remains elastic, and follows leather movements without cracking. With natural leather or open-pored aniline leather, the colour penetrates unevenly into the fibres and stains the leather — here, Leather Fresh (Fiat) as a care variant or special aniline lines are used. Suede, velour, and Alcantara are treated with Nubuk Fresh (Fiat), which preserves the rough fibre structure instead of gluing it.

If colour fidelity to the original factory colour is crucial and the component is to be extensively restored, Leather Colour is the right choice. If only a small area (steering wheel abrasion, a single crack) needs to be repaired, Fluid Leather (Fiat) in the 20 ml tube is more economical and precise. If the leather only appears slightly faded, Leather Fresh as a care variant is usually sufficient.

For Detailers, Workshops, and Classic and Youngtimer Owners

Leather Colour (Fiat) is the professional choice for detailers, independent workshops, and ambitious owners who prioritise value retention and original Fiat colour fidelity over quick care solutions.

For lease returns, used vehicle refurbishments, and classic and youngtimer restorations, OEM colour fidelity determines value retention and sales price. The professional 4-step workflow (clean, sand, colour, seal) takes 4 hours including drying per component and delivers a result that lasts 2-3 years, like new from the factory. One litre of Leather Colour costs approximately 30 cents per 100 ml of processed area — workshop calculation including Top Coat is around 12 euros per component.

For pure care routines without workshop tools, Leather Colour is overkill — Leather Fresh (Fiat) is sufficient there. For spot repairs on the steering wheel or individual cracks, Fluid Leather or the Leather Care Sets (Fiat) are more economical. However, anyone who wants to restore entire seat bolsters, steering wheels, or door panels and values original Fiat colour fidelity cannot do without the 1-litre bottle or the 250 ml container.

Available Fiat Colours (Selection)

Red Leather (Barchetta), Black (Panda 1), Brown (Panda 2), Verde (Panda 3)

Care instructions for Leather Colour (Fiat):

Leather Colour (Fiat) is exclusively suitable for pigmented smooth leather – the standard in modern automotive applications. Natural leather, aniline leather, and suede react differently and require other COLOURLOCK product lines.

The water-based formulation bonds with the pigment layer of modern automotive leather, remains elastic, and follows leather movements without cracking. With natural leather or open-pore aniline leather, the colour penetrates the fibres unevenly and stains the leather – in these cases, Leather Fresh (Fiat) as a care variant or special aniline lines are used. Suede, velour, and Alcantara are treated with Nubuck Fresh (Fiat), which preserves the rough fibre structure instead of gluing it.

If colour fidelity to the original factory colour is crucial and a large area of the component needs to be restored, Leather Colour is the right choice. If only a small area (steering wheel abrasion, single crack) needs to be repaired, Fluid Leather (Fiat) in the 20 ml tube is more economical and precise. If the leather only appears slightly faded, Leather Fresh as a care variant is usually sufficient.