“Suede shoes emphasize a man’s taste, and"gives grace to a woman" - these words belong to the famous Coco Chanel. And they perfectly describe the feelings that a woman experiences when putting on expensive and elegant suede boots. Posture becomes straighter, gait becomes lighter and more elegant. We subconsciously try to match these shoes, watch every movement, feeling like the most beautiful woman on the planet. However, these shoes have their drawbacks. Suede shoes must be taken care of regularly and correctly. You can't wear such shoes in rainy weather, and even on a sunny day it is rare not to get them dirty. And we save our favorite shoes only for the most special occasions, because we are afraid of ruining them. Probably, there is no woman who would not ask herself the question of how to care for suede shoes? After all, sometimes even a minor mistake can lead to the shoes being irreparably ruined. In this article we will try to describe in as much detail as possible all the stages of caring for suede shoes at home.
Shoe care in summer
It is during the warm season that shoe care is essentialsuede should be especially careful. When it is windy and dry outside, suede quickly absorbs dust, which negatively affects its appearance. When you get home, be sure to treat your shoes with a soft flannel cloth or buy a special brush for suede. Remember, dust should simply be brushed off, not rubbed into the shoes. If your shoes are made of artificial suede, they can be washed. Just do it very carefully. Dilute a small amount of detergent in water and wipe the shoes with this solution using the same flannel cloth. After wet treatment, be sure to blot the shoes with a dry cloth. Do not dry your shoes in the sun or near heating devices, just put them in a well-ventilated area. Natural suede care at home is carried out using a special foam cleaner that absorbs all dirt. Before using it, carefully read the instructions and follow them strictly. Wetting natural suede is not recommended. But what to do if you got caught in the rain, your shoes got wet, and after drying the pile felted? Do not despair, in this case you can use emergency resuscitation. Hold the shoes in steam for 2-3 minutes, so they will acquire their original appearance.
Winter Care Secrets
As incredible as it may sound, but caring forsuede shoes in winter will require less attention from you. Here the biggest trouble can be traces of reagents, which are sprinkled on the roads. You can remove such stains from winter shoes with spray paint. For artificial suede, ordinary baby powder will save you from stains. It must be applied to the contaminated areas, wait 3-4 hours, then removed with a special brush with rubber teeth. In winter, you often have to dry your shoes. And in order for the boots to serve you for more than one season, drying must be done correctly. So, how to properly dry suede at home?
- Never place shoes near heaters or near an open oven. By this you will achieve that the boots will part at the seams and deform. Then they can only be discarded;
- Before drying, wipe the shoes with a soft cloth and remove any dirt;
- To dry the boots evenly, stuff them with paper - it will absorb all the moisture. The more often you change the paper, the faster the shoes will dry;
- For drying, you can use and common salt. To do this, heat it in a frying pan, pour it into a linen bag and put it in boots. If the salt has cooled down, and the shoes are still wet - repeat the procedure.
At home you can also useelectric shoe dryers. They heat up gradually, distribute heat evenly, so there is no need to be afraid of deformation. By the way, it would be good to buy a water-repellent spray for winter shoes. It is necessary to treat the boots with it several hours before going outside. This way you will reduce the likelihood of getting wet several times.
Resuscitation of suede shoes
- We get rid of the shiny spots
Take a teaspoon of baking soda and dissolve itit in a glass of warm milk. Wipe the shiny areas with this solution. Another way: mix half a glass of water with a quarter of a glass of vinegar. Treat the necessary areas, and then wipe with a damp soft cloth. Dry. There is an even faster way to get rid of this trouble - take a regular eraser and rub the problem areas with it. This method, of course, is not as effective as the two previous ones, but it is perfect for emergency resuscitation.
- Remove stains and greasy stains
Stains caused by dampness can be removedonly with dyes. But to remove greasy stains at home, gasoline or kerosene is used. Carefully treat the problem areas with a swab soaked in liquid. Then wipe with a damp cloth and dry;
- Return color
The brown tint is given by ordinary coffee grounds.Black shoes can be rubbed with carbon paper, and light shoes can be treated with a swab soaked in milk. These are emergency measures. For a more effective result, use special dyes.
- We remove the unpleasant smell
To get rid of the smell, wet a cotton ballin vinegar and place it in the boot for 10-12 hours. Before storing the shoes, you can disinfect them with a special deodorant. These simple tips will help you extend the life of your favorite boots and shoes. The main thing to remember is that home care should be regular. And be sure to buy all the necessary suede care products. Try to choose only high-quality products, because the service life of your shoes depends on them first and foremost.
