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title: Leather and Suede Repairs Tailors Accept
description: "Working with leather and suede calls for specialised machines, needles, and adhesives. The table below shows what **iSeam.uk tailors** can and cannot handle. | **Service** | **Accepted?** | **Notes** | | --- | --- | --- | | **Zip replacement** | ✔…"
url: "https://iseam.uk/docs/leather-repairs/"
updated: "2025-07-20"
category: "Customer Help Center / Alteration & Repair"
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# Leather and Suede Repairs Tailors Accept

Working with leather and suede calls for specialised machines, needles, and adhesives. The table below shows what **iSeam.uk tailors** can and cannot handle.

| **Service** | **Accepted?** | **Notes** |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Zip replacement** | ✔ | Tailors will match the original colour and metal type where possible. |
| **Panel patch / tear repair** | ✔ | Tears under 10 cm are patched and edge-skived for a flush finish. |
| **Edge re-stitch** | ✔ | Re-sews loose top-stitching on cuffs, seams, or pocket edges. |
| **Lining replacement** | ✔ | Full or partial; satin or cotton linings available. |
| **Hardware replacement** (snaps, rivets) | ✔ | Must match original size; brass, nickel, or gunmetal only. |
| **Re-dye scuff / colour touch-up** | ✔ | Suitable for minor surface scuffs; final shade may vary slightly. |
| **Full recolour / tanning** | ✖ | Requires industrial dye vats—outside tailoring scope. |
| **Synthetic “PU” leather repairs** | ✖ | Material flakes; stitching accelerates peeling. |
| **Severe water or fire damage** | ✖ | Leather fibres shrink or harden—cannot be restored. |

**Turnaround & Costs**

| **Item** | **Typical Turnaround** |
| --- | --- |
| Zip replacement | **3–4 working days** |
| Small tear patch | **4–5 working days** |
| Full lining replacement | **5–7 working days** |

### **Packing Tips**

1. **Do not fold along tears** – pad damaged areas instead.
2. **Avoid airtight plastic wrap** – leather needs to breathe; use paper or cloth.
3. **Add a silica packet** if transit may exceed three days.

Unsure whether a leather item is repairable? Upload clear photos in the order form and add a note: *“Can this be repaired?”* Tailors or Support will confirm before you ship.