If your footwear taste finds you often drawn to the appeal of a designer suede shoe, it’s important to know how to care for them to ensure longevity in your purchases. Since suede shoes are versatile, classy, and super comfortable, they are used for a variety of settings and inevitably will need a good cleaning now and then. That being said, here are four easy steps to effectively clean men’s suede shoes.
High-quality suede is a type of leather that possesses a napped, soft surface, which makes it easy to remove dirt from suede shoes with a few simple brush strokes. Whether you own a suede brush, a nail brush, or even a toothbrush, any clean brush will work just fine to remove loose particles from the outside of your suede shoes. When brushing, be sure to use gentle strokes and brush along the grain, but if you have some stubborn scuff marks, apply a bit more pressure to raise the fibers, which will help the cleaning process.
If you possess a suede rubber, that’s great. If not, a regular pencil case version will also work well to buff out pre-existing stains on your suede shoes. While there’s no need to be forceful with your footwear, some stains require a more rigorous approach using consistent, back-and-forth pressure to help dislodge the particles within the fabric without damaging the shoe.
The acidic compositions of both white vinegar and rubbing alcohol are brilliant for breaking down particle clumps, which is especially beneficial for cleaning your designer suede shoes. To start, dip the corner of your clean cloth into a small bowl of either solution and apply it to the shoe, just enough to dampen the suede. The key to this cleaning method is repetition, as it takes time to effectively remove an old or stubborn stain.
Prevention is better than cure when it comes to caring for suede shoes. So, once you’ve finished cleaning, or before you wear your brand-new kicks outside for the first time, be sure to thoroughly coat your footwear with a high-quality suede protector. Since not all products are created equal, ensure that you apply a small corner of your shoe and observe before coating the entire item. This will avoid any unwanted results or permanent color changes.
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