Hmm, where is that black Sharpie I spray my suede boots with suede spray and avoid wearing them when there is even a chance of rain or snow, as I spend a large part of my commute walking outdoors. With these precautions, my suede shoes hold up pretty well despite the amount of outdoor walking I do! I spray them, just as said above, and am extremely careful to wear them only in dry weather. Just so much easier to clean and maintain.
Suede spray. I need to get me some of this. I have quite a few suede shoes and they always get scuffed up. And, if you buy La Canadienne or Aquatalia boots, they are weatherproof and barely show scuffs and marks. The sooner you can treat wet suede, the less likely it is to have permanent damage. First, use a microfiber towel or clean cloth to lightly blot the suede and soak up as much water as possible.
While the suede is still damp, gently brush the nap back and forth using a soft bristle brush. Use a hair dryer to accelerate the drying process, and keep brushing the nap as heat is applied.
Normally, using a hair dryer to dry leather shoes is a big no-no because the heat can dry out the leather and cause it to get stiff or crack. The approach to drying suede is different, you need to keep brushing the nap while it dries to prevent it from getting stiff and brittle. Waiting for it to air dry would take too long and introduce too much brushing, so you need to accelerate the process using a hair dryer or heat gun.
The suede should never feel hot to the touch - this is an obvious indicator that the heat source is too close. A repellant spray often incorporates nanotechnology, a coating process whereby tiny particles fill the minuscule openings in the leather to stop water from getting in. The reason why we don't waterproof is because we don't want to seal the skin or the pores to change those capabilities.
The repellent works to make an invisible shield over the item, with the idea that if you were ever to spill something or drop something on it, you would have enough time to remove it before it penetrates the skin. In terms of application, you should apply a thin layer every few weeks. The spray will wear off as it's applied to the elements. If you have a pair of leather or suede shoes that you wear once or twice a week, you can spray them every two weeks. It's also worth noting that there's no product you can use on patent leather, and for good reason: It's already waterproof.
When you do get stuck in the rain while wearing leather shoes, stuffing them with newspaper or paper towels can help keep their original shape and ensure that they don't shrink. The shoes should then air-dry naturally at room temperature.
Once the leather footwear is dry, you can apply a leather conditioner, which will restore flexibility in the fibers and help prevent any cracks from harsh weather. To go about conditioning your shoes, first remove any laces and make sure the boots are completely dry. Then, put a nickel-size amount of leather conditioner onto a cloth or sponge and apply all over the boots. Once your shoe skin is properly moisturized, leave the boots unworn overnight to allow the conditioner to soak into the leather.
Consider protective sprays for suede like you consider sunscreen. You can pick up suede protector everywhere, from drug stores to shoe stores in a range of prices. It will help repel dirt and water and will help treat stains before they settle into the fabric.
Before and after you spray, use a special suede brush on the footwear. You can often find a brush and spray together in a kit. You should leave the shoes for a few hours before you wear them so the protector can set.
We recommend spraying before bed then leaving them overnight for maximum efficiency. You can use items you will likely already have at home like cornmeal.
At the first sight of a liquid stain, lightly pat at the stain with a towel and leave a layer of either one of these powders overnight. Brush the suede with your special suede brush to get rid of the residue and your footwear should be back to normal. If you have a pencil eraser or an emery board, you can buff off the stain with one of these.
Keep patting until the stain starts to disappear. You may be shocked to learn that a toothbrush is a fantastic tool for revitalizing your suede. Next time you go to the dentist, hold onto the free toothbrush they give you. Scrub the suede with this brand new one.
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