Angelus Flat Black Paint

Angelus Flat Black Paint is a flat black leather paint that dries with almost no shine, for projects that need a low-gloss, matte look. It's water-based acrylic, stays flexible once dry, and covers in 3 to 5 thin coats on a properly prepped surface.

It's the matte black shoe paint for sneaker restorations, custom details, and leather goods, in 1 oz., 4 oz., pint, or quart sizes. We've made Angelus products 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 in Flat or Matte to protect the paint and keep the low sheen. For full steps, open the Quick Guide below.

Pro-grade paint, made easy for first-timers

• Angelus is the go-to paint for first-time customizers, and it's the same professional-grade paint fashion, footwear, and entertainment companies use to make costumes, exclusive pieces, and finished products. You get commercial-grade quality at everyday prices.
• Thin coats go on smooth, and the color builds with each one.
• Want to warm up first? Try a few strokes on the Angelus Leather Test Swatch, real leather with a smooth side and a suede side.
• You can always adjust. Dried paint comes off with Deglazer, or you can simply paint over it, so you can keep going until you love it.
• Free step-by-step tutorials on our YouTube channel and FAQs walk you through it. Not sure about a color? Check the Color Chart. Unused products can be returned within 30 days.

What customers say

“I hand paint leather shoes and use the flat black over regular black for its more matte look. Solid saturation, often in only 1 coat.”

★★★★★ Christie, Prosper, TX

“I'm redoing my tired motorhome and saved tons of money by painting my couch and booth seats. Angelus leather paint made everything look sleek and new!”

★★★★★ Donna J., San Diego, CA

“Flat Black is the #1 paint that I use on customs and always leaves a clean coat.”

★★★★★ Juan W., Saint Charles, MO

Common questions

What's the difference between Flat Black and Black?

Flat Black dries with almost no shine, while Angelus Black has the standard Angelus finish.

Will a finisher make Flat Black shiny?

Not if you use 4-Coat in Flat or Matte, which protects the paint while keeping it low sheen.

Can you airbrush Angelus Flat Black?

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.

How much paint do I need?

A 1 oz. bottle usually covers 2 to 3 pairs of shoes completely. For a leather chair, plan on about a pint to a quart, and for a full couch, a quart or two.