Suede is a special kind of leather material that is distinguished by its velvety surface. The skin on such a shoe is very thin and is not intended for daily socks. In terms of its characteristics, the suede leather retains warmly warm in winter, suitable for any ankle, and it looks aesthetic. To preserve the attractiveness of suede shoes, it is important to correctly care for it.
How to care for shoes from suede - properties and skin types
Before cleaning the pile, it is important to know: what material it is made. It is possible to determine the quality of the skin according to the following features.
- Natural view. The most expensive skin, it can be found in the high porosity of the material. That is why it is so valuable for the manufacture of shoes. It allows air to circulate freely, thereby preserves the heat of the legs. Elastic and very soft. Requires more careful care.
- Artificial look. Such a suede is made on woven and non-woven-based basis. If the first type is better and produced by splitting the veins, then the second is the cheapest, the threads are laid at it.
How to care for suede shoes - Basic rules
If you prefer shoes with velvety skin, then carefully examine the tips and guidance advice for it.
- Do not allow wetting a pile. Suede does not like wet weather very much. If water gets into the skin, it will deteriorate, the base will be offended and spots will appear. If the moisture fell on shoes, then try to dry it as quickly as possible. But only away from heat sources. You can fill the inner part with dry paper.
- To avoid wetting, take a special spray. It is made for suede, in its composition there are components that pushed moisture. Apply it every time before going out.
- Soft pile needs a daily brushing. Do not leave a thick layer of dust even alone. Otherwise the color will remain lackluster. In summer, chamois wipe with a dry cloth. In other seasons special brushes clean the material based on silicone, and wash the sole damp sponge. Then dry well with paper towels.
- To restore a velvety suede, use a steam generator. Treat the surface at a distance, so that the steam lightly touches the skin. Do this very carefully, as suede shoes do not like heat and moisture.
- For deep cleaning and stain removing lint use foam cleaner. Do not clean suede aggressive detergents. Use only the foam which then remove with a damp cloth and remove moisture with a soft cloth.
- Restore sagging space on suede can be ammonia. Apply it on the skin. Then treat the problematic place a rubber brush to raise the nap. If there is no such device, then use the usual eraser.
How to care for suede shoes - color restoration
Over time, and under the influence of external factors suede loses its color. To accurately restore the original color, use the following tricks.
- Coffee grounds will help tidy up shoes black and dark colors. Circular and lightly rub it into the skin. After complete drying of the powder and shake treat the surface with a soft brush.
- White traces of salts that are formed mostly in the winter, would remove acetic solution. Dilute it half with water, moisten the edge of the soft tissue and treat the pollution. Leave the shoes in a dry state, but only away from heating appliances.
- If the color is completely corrupted, then you can refresh it by using a coloring spray. Such tools are specially designed for the care of suede. In this case, carefully follow instructions on the use of paint.
- Apply it only after a complete cleaning of contaminants. After drying, treat the skin crepe brush. This will raise the nap.
How to care for shoes made of suede - prevention
An important step to care for shoes made of suede is prevention. If the time to spend it, you can not only save your skin, but also extend the life of the shoe socks.
- Do not forget each time to clean the surface from dirt and moisture to dry. In this case, use a stiff brush and put the shoes under the battery is not recommended.
- To preserve the shape of shoes from suede during its storage, like drying, put the framework or fill the framework.
- Try to wear shoes at least every other day. The skin will not have time to completely dry overnight, which will lead to its stretch and loss of form.
- Apply caring tools only after complete cleaning and on a dry pile.
- To prevent dust pollution and sedimentation, get an aerosol with an appropriate impregnation.
- Drive the brush on the pile only in one direction, avoid circular movements and strong friction.
The correct departure for suede shoes will retain its attractiveness and will extend the time of its socks. The main thing is to carry out not only cleaning the skin, but also prophylactic actions.
How to properly put care products for shoes from suede and how to use brushes, look at the video:
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