{"product_id":"permatex-vinyl-leather-repair-kit-ultra-series-81781-electric-heat-tool-7-color-compounds","title":"Permatex Vinyl \u0026 Leather Repair Kit Ultra Series 81781 — Electric Heat Tool, 7 Color Compounds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePermatex 81781 Ultra Series Vinyl and Leather Repair Kit is a complete professional set with an electric heat tool and color-matching compounds to repair tears, holes, burns and gouges in vinyl and leather surfaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit combines a plug-in electric heat tool with seven color compounds, clear adhesives and texture papers to recreate the look and feel of damaged vinyl and leather. Designed to be used for interior work such as upholstery, dashboards and marine vinyl, the kit provides materials and accessories needed to blend repairs into surrounding surfaces without compound migration during curing. The included color chart and grain pattern paper help match common factory finishes and restore continuity across repairs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the electric heat tool improve repair quality?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plug-in electric heat iron included in this Permatex kit softens and bonds repair compounds so they integrate with surrounding material. Heat activation allows filler and adhesive layers to cure cleanly and reduces the risk of seams or lifting later on. Using heat also helps transfer grain from the texture paper onto the repair for a realistic finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePlug-in electric heat tool for consistent temperatures\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eEnables professional-style bonding of filler and adhesives\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eWorks with grain pattern paper for texture matching\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat surfaces and damage types can it handle?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is formulated for flexible surfaces including vinyl and many types of leather used in automotive and marine interiors. It addresses common issues such as tears, holes, burns, gashes and gouges by filling voids and matching surface appearance. The repair materials are suitable for dashboards, upholstery, vinyl tops and luggage with compatible substrate characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eVinyl and leather upholstery repairs (seats, panels)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDashboard surface restoration and small holes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMarine upholstery and vinyl tops where flexibility matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I match color and texture for an invisible repair?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Permatex kit includes seven color compounds plus a color-matching chart so you can blend shades to approximate factory tones. Grain pattern paper and a metal spatula let you imprint realistic texture before the final cure. Layering small amounts, adjusting color, and using the heat tool to set each layer helps achieve closer visual matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeven blends for mixing custom shades\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eColor matching chart guides compound mixing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGrain pattern paper reproduces surface texture accurately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat components are included and how are they used?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kit comes complete with the electric heat tool, color compounds, clear vinyl adhesive and filler, grain pattern paper, spatula and dashboard hardening powder. Use the adhesive and filler to rebuild missing material, smooth with the spatula, then heat and imprint texture before final curing. The hardening powder helps stabilize repairs on rigid dashboard areas when needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eProfessional electric heat tool for activation and curing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eClear vinyl adhesive and filler for rebuilding substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSeven color compounds, grain papers, metal spatula and hardening powder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for: The Permatex 81781 Ultra Series kit is aimed at DIY enthusiasts, automotive detailers, upholstery repair professionals and marine technicians who need a portable, complete solution for small-to-medium vinyl and leather repairs. It provides tools and consumables to perform higher-quality restorations than simple patch kits, while offering the materials needed to match color and texture in common interior applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can this kit repair both vinyl and leather?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. It works on many vinyl and many leather surfaces for tears, holes, burns and gouges when used per instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Is the electric heat tool safe for interiors?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes, the plug-in heat iron is made for repair work; follow safety instructions and test on scrap material first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Permatex","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48087363485854,"sku":"B0007TQWK6","price":39.37,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0781\/2041\/9486\/files\/permatex-81781-front-packaging.jpg?v=1785921761","url":"https:\/\/northtrailauto.ca\/products\/permatex-vinyl-leather-repair-kit-ultra-series-81781-electric-heat-tool-7-color-compounds","provider":"North Trail Auto","version":"1.0","type":"link"}