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Angelus Copper Paint

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The original leather paint, trusted by customizers since 1907.

Flexible and durableBends with leather as it’s worn
Smooth coverageColor builds with each thin coat
Goes a long way1 oz. covers 2 to 3 pairs
Works on moreLeather, canvas, denim, wood

Great for custom sneakers, restoring leather, color changes, bags and jackets.

Made in LA since 1907
Water-based
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★★★★★Restoration

“They looked brand new.”

I inherited an old pair of Birkenstock white sandals that had yellowed and developed light brown spots on the leather, but were otherwise intact. After using this paint…

Sharon C. · Verified buyer

★★★★★Customizing

“A gift for finishing her first marathon.”

It’s so easy to use. I’ve never painted shoes before until last week. I surprised my daughter and custom painted a pair of Vans for her…

Kimberly W. · Verified buyer

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Angelus Copper Paint is an acrylic leather paint in a metallic copper with a warm, reflective sheen, for customizing and restoring sneakers, boots, bags, and other leather goods. It's water-based, stays flexible once dry, and covers in 3 to 5 thin coats on a properly prepped surface.

Choose 1 oz., 4 oz., pint, or quart. We've made Angelus paint in Los Angeles since 1907.

Works on

Leather shoes, bags, and furniture
Canvas and denim (add Angelus 2-Soft for a softer feel)
Wood
Plastic and metal, mixed with Angelus 2-Hard

Before and after you paint

On leather, take off the factory finish first with 3 to 5 passes of Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer. When you're done, seal it with Angelus 4-Coat for protection and the sheen you want.

Common questions

Can I mix Copper with other Angelus colors?

Yes. All Angelus paints mix together, so you can lighten, darken, or shift Copper to match your project.

Can you airbrush Angelus Copper Paint?

Yes. Use an airbrush with at least a 0.35mm nozzle, and thin the paint with Angelus 2-Thin if you need it to flow more easily.

PAINTING LEATHER

1. Prepare leather surfaces using 3-5 passes of Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer using our applicators, cotton balls, or a rag. (acetone can also be used).

2. Wait for leather to dry a few minutes. When dry, wipe with microfiber cloth to remove any remaining dust particles.

3. Apply Angelus Paint with paint brush, airbrush (at least 0.35mm nozzle) or sponge. Apply 3-5 coats or until desired coverage has been reached. Less coats can be used for line work and detail work.

Make sure to leave to dry 15-30 minutes between layers.

4. Allow to dry for at least 24 hours before allowing paint to bend or flex. Be careful of flying lint or debris getting on the shoe to avoid imperfections. Longer curing time ensures better durability.

5. To add extra protection or customize the finish, apply Angelus 4-Coat Clear Coat in Flat, Satin, Glossy, or Matte. Use 1-2 layers for the best results. 1-2 layers on top.

PAINTING CANVAS/DENIM - SHOES, CLOTHING, AND MORE

1. Prep by cleaning the surface with a cleaning product like our Angelus Easy Cleaner Kit. It is necessary to get out all the oils and dirt that may be sitting in or on the canvas.

2. Make sure there is adequate dry time and that you wipe off and get all the cleaner out.

3. (Optional) If you want to make the paint soak in and not be as rubbery textured on canvas we suggest using our product 2-Soft mixed with our paint. You can paint Angelus paint directly on canvas without it but it just will feel more like a screen print then part of the shoe. When using 2-Soft you must heat set.

4. Paint with 3-5 light layers of Angelus Paint. Make sure to leave to dry 15-30 minutes between layers.

5. Leave to dry.

(Optional) No additional protection is really needed as the paint has soaked into the canvas. If you want to change the sheen to a matte or glossy look instead we do suggest our 4-Coat Clear Coat.

Works on

Leather, canvas, wood and more

Leather
Shoes, bags, furniture and more.
Canvas
Jackets, shoes and bags. Mix in 2-Soft to keep it soft.
Denim
Jackets, pants, shorts and more.
Wood
Skateboards, guitars and more.
Plastic
Headsets, cups and more, mixed with 2-Hard.
Metal
Flasks, moto tanks and more, mixed with 2-Hard.

How it works

Prep, paint, seal

Three simple steps for a finish that lasts.

Prep
On leather, take off the factory finish with 3 to 5 passes of Leather Preparer & Deglazer.

Leather Preparer and Deglazer5 oz. · $5.95
Paint
Brush on 3 to 5 thin coats. Let each one dry 15 to 30 minutes.

Copper Paint1 oz. · $4.95
Seal
Wait 24 hours, then add 1 to 2 layers of 4-Coat to protect it and set the sheen.

Satin 4-Coat1 oz. · $6.95

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★★★★★

“Been buying Angelus products and been very happy with how my custom sneakers have turned out. New to…”

Orlando C.
★★★★★

“I call this yellow Canary Yellow. This is another vibrant color that I love. I pick my spots on when to…”

Dale J.
★★★★★

“I am repainting and decorating cowboy boots for centerpieces for a party. This paint is fabulous to work…”

Jone H.
★★★★★

“I use alot of pink in my painting. This one works for everything!”

Julie S.
★★★★★

“It glows really well! I used it to splatter paint over black with a few other colors and it still blows…”

Kristen B.
★★★★★

“I absolutely love these paints. It has taken my painting to entire new level. I recently mixed the blue…”

Stephanie B.
★★★★★

“It is brand new to me. I purchased the kit with 12 colors. I love how it feels and was pleased how it went…”

Kristie W.
★★★★★

“I painted my birkenstocks which had faded from the original lilac, and they look great!”

Leah R.

Why Angelus

Made for makers since 1907

1907Five generations of the same family, made in Los Angeles
4.9★Average across 16,000+ paint reviews
Pro-gradeTrusted by artists and professionals worldwide

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Paint questions, answered

Quick answers from our counter staff.

Can you paint leather with Angelus paint?

Yes. Angelus paint is a water-based acrylic made for leather shoes, bags and furniture. Take off the factory finish first with 3 to 5 passes of Leather Preparer & Deglazer, then paint in thin coats.

How many coats does it take, and how long does it dry?

3 to 5 thin coats give full coverage, and fewer work for line and detail work. Let each coat dry 15 to 30 minutes, then wait at least 24 hours before the paint bends or flexes.

How far does a 1 oz. bottle go?

About 2 to 3 pairs of shoes per 1 oz. bottle for a full repaint. Detail work uses much less.

Does it work on canvas, denim and fabric?

Yes. Clean the fabric first so no oils or dirt are left. Mix in 2-Soft to keep painted fabric soft and more laundrable, and heat set it when you use 2-Soft.

Do I need to seal it?

It's optional, and it helps. A layer or two of 4-Coat adds protection and sets the sheen: Flat, Matte, Satin or High Gloss.

What if I make a mistake?

You can always adjust. Dried paint comes off with Deglazer, or you can simply paint over it.

5 stars: 82 (96%)
4 stars: 2 (2%)
3 stars: 0 (0%)
2 stars: 0 (0%)
1 star: 1 (1%)

Great paint!

Beautiful metallic copper finish, took 3 thin coats to cover black leather, very nice

Excellent quality

Repurposing my 3yr old Arizona Birkenstocks. Originally the rose gold color w/the white sole. Professionally re-soled. I used the Angelus Deglazer to strip all of the color back to the raw brown leather (I used a quarter of the bottle for both shoes). It took 4 coats to get this opacity, and I did not need a thinner to help the paint spread, so great quality paint as usual. I'm going to put a coat of Angelus Matte finish to get a duller, luggage effect. This copper metallic paint is great! Thanks Angelus!

12 pack dyes some paint

Angelus dyes have really become my favorite colorful dyes. I only have trouble w the purple dye but still use it! I have some paints to and can thin it

Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review! We appreciate you,Jack!

Vintage Chanel Ballet Shoes

I revamped my mother’s very worn out vintage Chanel Ballet shoes from over 30 years ago and I cannot believe how beautiful they turned out. I literally just finished them but I had to leave a review because of how impressed I am with the products I bought. I first used the leather balm, followed by the copper paint (1 oz was more than enough) and finished it off with the acrylic finished which brought such a beautiful shine and finish to the colour (including the top part which Is the original colour). I’m going to be painting some vintage Chanel bags too with the Angelus paint I bought and I can’t wait to see how they will turn out. I’ve been wanted to fix these vintage items for years and I’m glad I came across Angelus. I’ve attached the before and after!

I feel rich with this

I feel rich with this color

First time buyer

Excellent quality. No cracking, good price.

Glow paint

The glow paint was not the best. But the copper and other colors work great

Angelus Copper Paint

I love all the colors

I love all the colors, all my handbags have been given a new lease of life.

Looked

Looked great

Lo mejor

Lo mejor

needs three coats

needs three coats for good coverage

Oh my goodness~FUN STUFF~!

Oh my goodness this Angelus Metallic Copper Paint not only revitalized the worn copper color on a fairly new handbag but has inspired me to hand paint other leather bags that need a little design~! I LOVE THIS PAINT & COLOR~!

Copper is such a great color. Please share some photos sometime!

Excellent

Excellent

Beautiful color

Used this to freshen up a handbag. Love the color!

Missing the Brush

Really love the color and metallic luster of this paint; very rich looking and actually great coverage for a metallic color. I really miss the brushes in the cap though; it gave a lot more control over how much paint to pour out.

Great Product

I always shop at Angelus for my leather paint. It dries quick and the color never fades. Great stuff and I will continue to buy from them as a sneaker customizer.

Great description and fast shipping!

Beautiful metallic copper!

The color is phenomenal! Great coverage and perfect metallic shine! I am so pleased with how well this paint worked.

Very fun color to use

Copper is gorgeous!!!!

Angelus paints are the bomb!

Thank you for your review Douglas! Metallic paint is so nice. Especiallythat color.

Amazing

Perfect thank you for everything was an amazing experience

Awesome color

It is so vibrant and unreal! I love to use all angelus products!

All metallic and glitter paints

These paints were fantastic to use on belts and shoed used as dance costumes. I will buy more in the future.

Great Product

100% recommended

Great metallic color

Very great copper color! Use a base layer of Vachetta or something similar before applying Metallic Copper to achieve a solid crisp color.

It was amazing

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Before and after you paint

Common questions

PAINTING LEATHER

PAINTING CANVAS/DENIM - SHOES, CLOTHING, AND MORE

Leather, canvas, wood and more

Leather

Canvas

Denim

Wood

Plastic

Metal

Prep, paint, seal

Prep

Paint

Seal

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Made for makers since 1907

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