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If you own a pair of suede shoes, you know that as soon as you step outside, soft, velvety suede can become a magnet for dirt, as it stains easily as it absorbs moisture, and loses color on sunnier days.
It is one of the most delicate materials and therefore has very specific cleaning characteristics. In this post, we tell you.
But first, let’s start by knowing what suede is:
“It is also known as chamois or suede. And it is a type of leather from elk or other animals that are marinated and tanned. Suede leather is made from the inner part of the skin, usually lamb, but the goat is also used for pig, calf, or elk.
Its softness, thinness, and ductility make it suitable for garments and delicate uses of leather; thus, it was originally used to make women’s gloves. Suede is also popular for use in upholstery, shoes, bags, and other accessories, and as a lining for other leather products. "
Due to its characteristics, suede requires special care and maintenance. We have to be methodical because a good cleaning of each stain can extend the life of our suede shoes or suede boots.
Here we leave you a suede cleaning routine, whether there are existing stains, if you want to prevent them, or are looking for a “tuning up”.
What will you need?
- Brush to clean the suede surface.
- Suede eraser.
- A soft cloth or microfiber towel.
- deep cleaner
- Water, snow, or dust-repellent protective spray.
- Suede renewer (optional).
Required time
20 minutes
1. Prepare for cleaning
Before you get down to business, use a shoe tree or stuff the shoes with wadded-up newspaper so they don’t lose shape while you clean them.
✍️ Tip: if you want to start washing them after they’ve gotten wet from rain or snow, avoid it. It is better to let any wet substance dry before brushing them, as it can cause the opposite effect of what we are looking for. Let them dry naturally or in front of a fan.
2. Remove excess dirt
Don’t underestimate the power of a brush. Before starting the cleaning process with materials, it is essential to remove all surface dirt. Otherwise, we will make cleaning more expensive and we need to make an extra effort.
✍️ Important:
- For moderate cleaning, we must brush in the direction of the hair.
- On the other hand, for an in-depth treatment, we must go against the direction of the hair, lifting the suede fibers of the shoe, giving light and short strokes, and always carrying it out dry.
If you don’t have a brush, you can use a clean cloth, but never use soap and water, as it could be counterproductive.
3. Remove surface stains
To remove lingering marks on the surface of your shoes and scuffs, it’s best to use a suede eraser.
- Before you start using it, make sure that the eraser does not have any stains.
- Then gently rub the surface so as not to damage the suede and with light strokes, you will blur those stains.
If even using the suede eraser, the stains do not disappear, try the next step.
€11.25
Cleaning rubber that easily removers superficial dust, dirst and stains. For suede and nubuck.
4. Remove the toughest stains
If the previous two steps have not served to remove all stains and there are some that remain, we recommend using a very complete Sneakers Cleaner to clean thoroughly without damaging the original texture or altering the original colors.
Since you will have already removed the dust and the most superficial stains, it will be time to apply the cleaner.
- Apply to a damp sponge or brush.
- Remove all dirt by rubbing gently.
- With the help of a microfiber towel, remove the remaining product.
- Let them dry naturally for at least 30 minutes.
✍️ Important: do not soak the shoes. You just have to slightly moisten the suede.
€11.00
Sneakers cleaner with high cleaning power.
Ingredients 98% natural vegetable.
Suitable for all colors.
Pleasant fragrance.
Can be applied on all surfaces: smooth leather, synthetic, suede, nubuck, fabric and microfiber...
Dispenser spray 0% gas.
Aluminum bottle 125 ml/4.40 fl.oz.
5. Apply a protector
✨ “It’s better to prevent than to cure”
So that your suede shoes remain new in future uses, and so that stains do not penetrate more easily, it is very important to apply a protector. Use the Nano Protector Spray so that after its application the fibers become more resistant and breathable and your shoes repel water, snow, or dust.
How do we do it? Very easy:
- Shake the spray before using it.
- Spray abundantly on the dry surface at a distance of approximately 30cm.
- Let dry for at least 30 minutes.
€18.35
SNEAKERS PROTECTOR SPRAY
Protective spray for sneakers with an innovative protection based on nanotechnology.
It acts as a water, snow or dust repellent.
It can be used on all types of leather, suede, nubuck and high-tech breathable and waterproof fibers such as Omni Tech, Gore-Tex, Hyvent or Inner Plus.
Colorless spray 250 ml.
Apply 2 or 3 coats of...
6. Renew the suede
And if after cleaning you want to renew the color of your shoes, nourishing and protecting them at the same time, use this Suede Renovator Spray.
Its formula of vegetable oils provides the best nutrition without affecting the perspiration of the material. In addition, its waterproofing properties provide protection against moisture.
You can choose between 22 different colors or a neutral one. We tell you how to apply it:
- Remove dust and stains from the surface as we have told you in the previous steps.
- Shake the spray before applying it.
- Apply evenly at a distance of 20cm.
- Let dry for at least 30 minutes.
- Brush again for a perfect finish.
€8.75
Revives the original colors of suede and nubuck footwear and garments, thanks to its coloring power. Does not affect breathability and dries quicky. Tested and recommended for footwear made with breathable and waterproof membranes. For suede, nubuck and micro fibers. Available in more than 20 colors.
For suede, nubuck and micro fibers.
250 ml / 8,8 fl.oz...
Other Techniques for Specific Stains
- Blood stains: moisten a dry cloth or cotton with a little hydrogen peroxide and apply it to the stain with soft touches. Let dry and repeat if necessary.
- Oil and grease stains: we can use two solutions; pour a few drops of ammonia on a cloth and rub gently in the direction of the hair. Or apply talcum powder on the spots, letting it sit overnight.
- Wax or gum stains: Put your shoes in the freezer to allow the wax or gum to harden. Once hardened, take them out and gently scratch them to remove them.
We hope we have helped you learn how to treat delicate suede and encouraged you to give your shoes a new lease on life.
Do not hesitate to write to us at info@sneakerscare.com. Your opinion or query can be of help to any fan of the world of sneakers.
See you soon! :)
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