Shoe Care
CARING FOR LEATHER
Your leather shoes go through many steps and quite the process to be perfectly curated into its end result. Some leathers are able to sustain rougher use while others are more delicate!
Before the deep cleaning process starts, give your leather shoes a quick clean from dust and dirt with a soft brush or polish cloth.
Below are some tips from us on how to take care of your leather (and other material) shoes.
FINISHED LEATHER
On finished leather I.e patent leather, use a mild soap and damp cloth to clean the surface of the shoes.
Avoid sponges as they can contain chemicals harmful to the leather.
UN-FINISHED LEATHER
On un-finished leather, use a soft brush or polish cloth mixed with a bit of soap and work in circles to clean the shoe. For tougher stains, use a bit of pressure.
Use our Waterstop Colours cream and apply with a polish cloth. This will protect the shoes from stains, nourish it and enhance the colour. Let the polish sit for 5 or so minutes before buffing out the excess.
Finish by using any of our waterproofing sprays for protection against any weather condition.
SUEDE
Be pro-active instead of reactive and spray your suede shoes with our waterproofing spray.
We love them but it’s best to avoid wearing them on the wettest of days.
If a mishap does take place, use a suede cleaner with a soft rubber brush. If the stain persists, use rubbing alcohol, white vinegar or a suede solution!
Ensure your cloth is damp, do not drench the cloth or the shoe.
Rub & let dry.
CARING FOR POLYURETHANE SOLES...
IT'S LESS SCARY THAN IT SOUNDS!
Your shoes deserve to be worn & our Polyurethane soles (more commonly known as PU soles) provide you with a light-weight, cushioned wearing experience.
We discourage storing your shoes in a dark, enclosed space (like a box) for longer than 9 months as this can cause the sole material to begin to breakdown.
Wearing your shoes out and allowing them to breath, even for short periods of time will ensure their longevity.
