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Learn the skills, business model, and qualification path to build your own leather restoration business — independently or as a certified Lerega partner in your region.
Start with a complete leather repair and restoration course available online or in person. It covers the core knowledge, tools, materials, repair methods, color work, and service workflow needed to begin professionally.
Use your training to take your first local jobs with our support. Test demand in your area, build confidence, get real client experience, and see how leather restoration can become a business.
Continue with advanced hands-on training after the core course. Practice deeper restoration techniques, work under professional supervision, improve your skills, and complete qualification under Lerega quality standards.
After qualification, apply to represent Lerega in your region. Certified partners follow our standards, use our system, and may access stronger residential, commercial, and high-value restoration opportunities.
Built by a working leather restoration business with real clients, real projects, and real results. Our training is based on proven repair methods, service workflow, pricing logic, and hands-on experience from the field.
Years of professional leather repair and restoration expertise
Leather items successfully restored by our team
Verified 5-star reviews across leather restoration services
Explore the real client projects, before-and-after results, and repair methods that shape the skills taught inside Lerega Academy.
The rear backrest of the RV recliner had worn upholstery and reduced cushion fullness from long-term use. Work performed: Reupholstery Installation of manufacturer-supplied material in the original color Preservation of all original seam patterns Foam addition to compensate for cushion wear Reshaping The backrest was reupholstered with precise factory-style stitching and restored cushioning, returning it to a full, clean, like-new appearance.
Stainer Ranch, TX
The Louis Vuitton patent leather handbag had yellowed, faded, and worn areas, and the client wanted to restore it with a full color change to black. Work performed: Surface damage repair Color matching and full color restoration The bag was professionally refinished using a manufacturer-style patent leather process to achieve the same glossy lacquered shine, resulting in a like-new appearance that exceeded expectations.
Chicago, IL
The leather sofa had damaged sections, surface wear, body oil buildup, and loss of its original color and protective finish. Work performed: Reupholstery (partial leather panel replacement) Deep cleaning of repaired areas Body oil removal (24-hour process) Surface damage repair Leather texture restoration Color matching and full color restoration Protective top coat application The damaged leather sections were replaced and restored, embedded body oils were removed, and the original color and protective finish were renewed, returning the sofa to a clean, uniform, and refreshed condition.
Georgetown, TX
The leather armchair and ottoman had visible scuffs, scratches, faded areas, and general surface wear. Work performed: Deep cleaning of repaired areas Surface damage repair Color matching and full color restoration Protective top coat application The leather surface was restored, the original color was renewed, and a protective finish was applied, bringing both pieces back to a clean, refreshed, and well-balanced appearance.
Cedar Park, TX
The leather armchair had damaged sections, surface wear, body oil buildup, and loss of its original color and protective finish. Work performed: Reupholstery (partial leather panel replacement) Deep cleaning of repaired areas Body oil removal (24-hour process) Surface damage repair Color matching and full color restoration Protective top coat application The damaged leather sections were replaced and restored, body oils were removed, and the original color and protective finish were renewed, returning the armchair to a clean and refreshed condition.
Georgetown, TX
The JACQUEMUS handbag was contaminated by spilled oil that deeply penetrated the leather. Additional damage occurred when aggressive cleaning products were later used, causing discoloration, concentrated pigment buildup, and visible halo marks. Work performed: Deep extraction of oil and grease contamination from the leather Gradual removal of embedded contaminants using gentle, long-acting treatment methods Correction of visual imbalance caused by previous cleaning attempts Preservation of the original leather finish, pigments, and protective coatings No recoloring, repainting, refinishing, or replacement of materials was performed during the restoration process. The restoration took approximately one and a half weeks and focused on carefully drawing contaminants out of the leather rather than masking the damage. This non-invasive approach allowed us to preserve all original materials, original color, and factory finish while successfully eliminating the oil contamination and restoring the handbag's natural, balanced appearance.
Chicago, IL
The apartment complex lounge area required a fully custom-built cushion solution for a circular designer bench. Work performed: Custom cushion fabrication from scratch Foam shaping and structural padding Precision upholstery fitting Color and material matching to interior design The cushion was fully fabricated and upholstered to fit the custom circular layout, resulting in a clean, modern, and professionally integrated seating feature.
Downtown Austin, TX
The leather sectional had body oil buildup, surface wear, scratches, and visible damage throughout the seating areas. Work performed: Deep cleaning of repaired areas Body oil removal (24-hour process) Surface damage repair Color matching and full color restoration The leather was fully restored, repaired, and professionally recolored to a completely new tone, resulting in a clean, uniform, and dramatically refreshed appearance.
New Braunfels, TX
The sofa had weakened internal support, sagging cushions, and faded, worn-out leather. Work performed: Strap and frame repair Cushion reshaping Full color restoration Conditioning treatment The internal structure was rebuilt, cushions were reshaped for proper support, and the leather was fully restored and conditioned, bringing the sofa back to a firm, refreshed, like-new appearance.
Pflugerville, TX
The leather sofa had visible sun fading, uneven color, and surface scratches from prolonged exposure near a window. Work performed: Deep cleaning of repaired areas Surface damage repair Color matching and full color restoration The leather texture was restored, scratches removed, and color fully evened out, resulting in a rich, uniform appearance with improved durability and protection against further fading.
Austin, TX
The loveseat had heavy wear, loss of leather texture, deep scratches, and significant fading of the original color. Work performed: Deep cleaning of repaired areas Surface damage repair Color matching and full color restoration The leather texture and color were fully restored, eliminating visible damage and bringing back a rich, uniform, and protected finish.
Austin, TX
The leather armchair had visible water stains, fading, and multiple surface scratches with worn-out color. Work performed: Deep cleaning of repaired areas Surface damage repair Color matching and full color restoration The leather was restored to a smooth, even surface with fully renewed color, eliminating stains and damage while achieving a clean, uniform, and protected finish.
Cedar Park, TX
The aniline leather sofa had heavy body oil saturation, discoloration, and visible wear from regular use. Work performed: Deep cleaning of repaired areas Body oil removal (24-hour process) Color matching and full color restoration The embedded oils were professionally extracted, the color was carefully restored, and the leather finish was renewed, bringing the sofa back to a rich, even, and refreshed appearance.
Westlake, TX
The collectible leather bag showed heavy wear, surface abrasions, color loss, and oxidation on the metal hardware. Work performed: Deep cleaning of repaired areas Surface damage repair Color matching and full color restoration (localized areas) Hardware restoration Gold replating Leather conditioning The leather surface was restored and refinished, the hardware professionally renewed and gold-plated, and the entire bag conditioned, bringing the piece back to a refined, collectible-grade appearance.
New York, NY
The leather armchair had heavy wear, discoloration, and multiple surface imperfections from long-term use. Work performed: Deep cleaning of repaired areas Surface damage repair Color matching and full color restoration The worn and faded sections were professionally restored, blending the color evenly and renewing the leather finish, giving the chair a refreshed, like-new appearance
Ceder Park, TX
The leather sofa had extensive cat scratches, surface abrasions, and visible texture damage across multiple areas. Work performed: Deep cleaning of repaired areas Surface damage repair Color matching and full color restoration The scratched and worn sections were carefully rebuilt, texture-blended, and refinished, restoring a smooth surface and uniform color while preserving the original leather.
Maner, TX
Join the core leather repair training and start building the skills, workflow, and business foundation needed to enter the leather restoration industry.
A complete core leather repair and restoration course designed to teach the essential skills, workflow, tools, materials, and business foundation needed to start professionally.
Complete the core training, get support for your first local jobs, and prepare for advanced qualification if you want to grow as a professional or future Lerega partner.
Leather repair is a practical skill that can be used across furniture, handbags, interiors, vehicles, commercial spaces, and other high-value leather goods.
Leather restoration can be applied to sofas, chairs, handbags, garments, auto interiors, RVs, boats, aircraft interiors, and commercial furniture. One skill can open several service directions depending on your region, interests, and experience.
Many clients prefer restoring quality leather items instead of replacing them. Professional repair can help save expensive furniture, bags, and interiors, which creates demand for skilled specialists who can deliver clean, reliable results.
After the core training, you can begin taking local jobs with guidance, test demand in your area, build your first portfolio, and gain confidence before moving into advanced training or professional qualification.
Use the training to build your own independent leather restoration business, or continue through advanced qualification or apply to become a certified Lerega partner in your region.
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Expert restoration, transparent estimates, and fully insured care—from pickup to return.
Our training is built on the same craftsmanship, communication, and quality standards that clients already trust in our restoration work.
What a great experience with Leather Repair Gallery! The craftsmanship is outstanding, and they truly pay attention to every detail. My item looks brand new again. The service was convenient, professional, and friendly from start to finish. Highly recommend I ll definitely be using them again!
I had a great experience with Leather Repair Gallery - Mobile Service & Craft Studio. The craftsmanship was excellent, communication was professional, and the mobile service was very convenient. Thank you!
Very professional!!! Was able to get my repair done in a timely manner. Will definitely be using their services again!
What a great experience with Leather Repair Gallery! The craftsmanship is outstanding, and they truly pay attention to every detail. My item looks brand new again. The service was convenient, professional, and friendly from start to finish. Highly recommend I ll definitely be using them again!
I had a great experience with Leather Repair Gallery - Mobile Service & Craft Studio. The craftsmanship was excellent, communication was professional, and the mobile service was very convenient. Thank you!
Very professional!!! Was able to get my repair done in a timely manner. Will definitely be using their services again!
Have questions about the course, certification, business path, or partner opportunity? Here are the key things to know before joining Lerega Academy.
This training is for beginners, repair professionals, upholstery specialists, auto detailers, furniture technicians, and anyone who wants to enter the leather restoration business. You do not need previous experience to start with the core course.
The core course is designed for people who may be starting from scratch, but it is not a “basic tips” course. It covers the complete foundation of leather repair and restoration: leather types, tools, materials, cleaning, damage repair, color work, finishing, pricing, and service workflow.
Yes. The core leather repair training is available online. You can start with the online course, learn the foundation, and then decide whether you want to continue with advanced hands-on training and qualification.
Yes. After completing the core course, students may continue with advanced offline training. The hands-on program is designed for deeper practice, professional techniques, skill evaluation, and future certification.
After completing the core course, you will receive a certificate of completion. Professional certification under Lerega standards requires advanced hands-on training, skill evaluation, and qualification.
Yes. The program is designed to help you understand not only the craft, but also the business side: service workflow, pricing logic, client expectations, job evaluation, and how to start taking local restoration jobs.
Qualified students and experienced professionals may apply to become certified Lerega partners in their region. Partner approval is not automatic. It requires training, evaluation, quality standards, and business readiness.
If you already have professional experience, you can apply as a professional. We will review your background, skills, work examples, and region to determine whether you may qualify for advanced training or partner evaluation.
The training covers leather furniture, handbags, accessories, garments, automotive interiors, RV/marine-style interiors, and other common leather goods. The course focuses on diagnostics, repair workflow, color restoration, protection, and professional decision-making.
The core training includes lessons on leather types, tools, materials, cleaning, degreasing, damage repair, color restoration, finishing, replacement basics, pricing, client communication, and preparation for future qualification.
Join the core leather repair training and take the first step toward your own restoration business, advanced qualification, or future Lerega partner opportunity.
