#600–620 · #901–904 · #722 · Top coats & paint additives
Angelus finishers and paint additives
Angelus finishers seal painted leather and set its sheen, and Angelus additives change how the paint goes on. Use Acrylic Finisher to pick a sheen, 4-Coat for heavy scuff resistance, 2-Thin for airbrushing, 2-Soft for fabric, 2-Hard for glass and metal, 2-Thick for texture and Duller for a flat look.
- 9 linesSeal, thin, soften, harden, texture
- Made in USASanta Fe Springs, CA
- Since 1907Angelus leather care
Which one do I need?
Pick by what you want the paint to do.
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Change the sheen of painted leather
Acrylic Finisher: #620 Matte, #605 Satin, #600 Normal, #610 High Gloss
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Heavy scuff resistance
4-Coat: #901 Flat, #902 Matte, #903 Satin, #904 High Gloss
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Airbrush, or paint mesh smoothly
2-Thin: 1 part 2-Thin to 4 parts paint
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Paint canvas, denim or clothes
2-Soft: mix 1:1 with paint, then heat set at 300°F for 3 to 5 minutes
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Paint glass, metal or hard plastic
2-Hard: 3 parts 2-Hard to 1 part paint. Never on anything that bends
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Raised texture or easier stenciling
2-Thick: a very small amount at a time
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Matte or flat paint in any color
Duller: no more than 5 to 8% of the mix
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An aged, antiqued look on leather
Acrylic Antique Finish, 10 colors
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Fill holes, cracks and scratches before painting
Paintable Repair Filler
Top coats: Acrylic Finisher and 4-Coat
Angelus Paint is sturdy on its own. A top coat sets the sheen and adds protection.
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#600–620
Acrylic Finisher
A clear top coat that seals Angelus Paint, sets the sheen and helps protect it from minor scratches and scrapes. Brush it on or dip leather goods.
- #620 Matte: a lower-sheen semi-gloss
- #605 Satin: close to a new shoe
- #600 Normal: glossy
- #610 High Gloss: the most shine
- 1 oz., 4 oz., Pint and Quart
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#901–904
4-Coat
A urethane-based clear coat that adds heavy scuff resistance over custom work. Brush or airbrush it on; it isn’t made for dipping.
- #901 Flat: the least shine, flatter than matte
- #902 Matte: smooth and low glare
- #903 Satin: a factory finish
- #904 High Gloss: shines like patent leather
- 1 oz. and 4 oz.
Paint additives
Mix these into Angelus Acrylic Leather Paint to change how it goes on and how it dries.
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2-Thin
2-Thin Paint Thinner
Thins Angelus Paint for airbrushing and smooth, even coats on mesh and leather, without losing the flexibility shoes need.
- 1 part 2-Thin to 4 parts paint
- Strain the mix before it goes in the airbrush
- Nozzle 0.35 mm or larger
- 1 oz., 4 oz., Pint and Quart
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#722
2-Soft Fabric Medium
Turns Angelus Paint into a soft, flexible fabric paint, so canvas and denim stay soft instead of feeling like a screen print.
- Mix 1:1 with paint
- Heat set at 300°F for 3 to 5 minutes once dry; this step is required
- Canvas shoes, denim, hoodies and shirts
- 1 oz. and 4 oz.
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#722
2-Hard Film Hardener
A hardener and adhesion promoter that lets Angelus Paint grip glass, metal and hard plastic, then dry to a hard film.
- 3 parts 2-Hard to 1 part paint
- Only on rigid surfaces that don’t bend
- Never on shoes, patent leather or vinyl: it cracks
- Let it dry 48 hours before use
- 1 oz. and 4 oz.
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#722
2-Thick Paint Thickener
Adds body and texture for raised details, an oil-paint feel, or thicker paint that’s easier to control when stenciling.
- Add a very small amount and mix well
- Wait 5 to 10 minutes, then add more if needed
- Keeps thickening for a few hours, so go easy
- 1 oz. and 4 oz.
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#722
Duller
A matte additive that cuts the shine of Angelus Paint for a flat or matte finish in any color.
- No more than 5 to 8% of the mix
- Also lowers the sheen of Acrylic Finisher, up to 0.5 oz. per 4 oz.
- Test on a hidden spot first
- 1 oz., 4 oz., Pint and Quart
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Thin coats go on smoother -
Airbrushing a custom pair -
Test on a leather swatch first
Antique and repair
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#700
Acrylic Antique Finish
A water-based antiquing finish that adds depth of color for an aged look and leaves a water-repellent layer. The longer it stays on before you wipe it off, the deeper the color. Black, Brown, Light Brown, Medium Brown, Dark Brown, Bismark Brown, Mahogany, Cordovan, Tan and Neutral, 4 oz.
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#723
Paintable Repair Filler
Fills small holes, cracks and scratches in smooth leather, vinyl and most sneaker midsoles, and dries flexible. Sand it smooth and paint over it; leather dye won’t match on filler. 2 oz.
How to seal painted shoes
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Let it dry
Let the Angelus Paint dry completely before any top coat.
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Shake
Shake or stir the finisher well. Shake Matte Acrylic Finisher for at least a full minute.
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Apply
Brush on thin, even coats with a fine, soft brush. For 4-Coat you can also airbrush a full coat without letting it drip.
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Level
With 4-Coat, smooth brush strokes with a hair dryer or heat gun, then stop brushing once it starts to dry so it doesn’t turn hazy.
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Build
Let each coat dry before you add the next.
Safety data sheets
Finisher and additive questions
Do I need a finisher over Angelus paint?
No. Angelus Paint is sturdy on its own. Add Acrylic Finisher to change the sheen, or 4-Coat when you want heavy scuff resistance.
Should I use Acrylic Finisher or 4-Coat?
Use Acrylic Finisher when you mainly want to change the sheen. Use 4-Coat, which is urethane-based, when you want an extra layer of scuff protection.
How much 2-Thin do I add for airbrushing?
Start with 1 part 2-Thin to 4 parts Angelus Paint, strain it, and spray through a nozzle of at least 0.35 mm. Test on scrap first and adjust.
Can I use 2-Hard on shoes?
No. 2-Hard dries hard and cracks on anything that bends, including shoes, patent leather and vinyl. On leather, deglaze and use Angelus Paint on its own; on fabric, use 2-Soft.
Do I have to heat set 2-Soft?
Yes. Once the paint is dry, heat set it at 300°F for 3 to 5 minutes. That step activates the fabric medium.
How do I make Angelus paint matte?
Mix in Duller, no more than 5 to 8% of the paint, or seal with Matte Acrylic Finisher or Matte or Flat 4-Coat. Flat Black and Flat White paint already dry with almost no shine.
Can I dip leather goods in finisher?
Yes, in Acrylic Finisher. 4-Coat is made to be brushed or airbrushed on.
Why does my 4-Coat look hazy?
It usually comes from brushing while it’s drying. Brush it on, level it with heat, then leave it alone. If it isn’t sticking, the coat was probably too light.
Can I dye over Paintable Repair Filler?
No. Paint over it with Angelus Paint. Dye doesn’t take well on filler and won’t match the leather around the repair.