There is a fuzzy type of leather that looks great when worn, particularly as a snazzy pair of shoes.It is delicate and can be difficult to treat.You can clean your shoes off with a brush.This will help you treat the marks.Adding gentle amounts of water can fix water damage.Most liquid stains can be fixed with vinegar and oil.Sometimes serious damage can't be reversed on its own, so take care of your suede.
Step 1: Use a brush to clean the suede.
The best tool for fixing shoes is a specialty suede brush.Work in one direction when brushing out suede.In the direction of the suede's fibers, brush the grain.Before attempting any other treatments, be sure to sweep off as much debris as possible.A suede treatment kit comes with a brush and a cleaning tool.They can be found online or in general stores.Use a clean nylon toothbrush if you don't have a suede brush.
Step 2: Remove the marks by scrubbing them back and forth.
The brush should be moved quickly along the mark.The grain will be lifted up.Continue brushing until the surface of the shoe is clean.If there are any remaining marks, repeat the treatment to bring it back to its original state.brush over the damaged spots onlyRub the areas that are clean.Rub the marks with a cleaning tool if you can't scrub them out.The suede's texture is restored by the eraser.
Step 3: If it won't come out, use a dull knife.
There arecuff marks when the fibers are too matted down.You can use a butter knife to lift the fibers.Take care not to touch the undamaged portion of your shoe as you pull the edge of the knife against the grain.You could use a plastic razor or an emery board if you don't have a knife.If possible, stay away from sharp or serrated blades.If you use a sharp knife, be careful.
Step 4: To buff them, wipe them in a circle with a brush.
The suede brush, a nylon toothbrush, and a towel can be used to scrub your shoe.To smooth it out, go around the crease multiple times.Push and pull on the suede to flatten the creased area as you massage it back to shape.Start by moving in the direction of the grain to prevent wear and tear on the suede.
Step 5: If you can't remove the stains, heat them with steam.
Put a towel over the shoe.If you don't have that option, set an iron to the lowest possible setting.If the iron gets hot, move it across the towel to make the damaged parts more elastic.When you are done, remove the towel and brush the suede out.Don't apply the iron to your shoes because of the heat.Keep the iron moving so it doesn't linger in any spot for more than 3 seconds.If you want to do this, you can boil a pot of water on the stove, then hold the shoe over it.After the steam hits the area, scrub it with a brush.
Step 6: Put a cloth or paper towel on the soles of the shoes.
If you notice a liquid spill on your shoes, treat it to remove as much of the water as you can.The damp areas should be Patted.Once saturated with water, replace the cloth or towel with a fresh one.If you can't absorb more water off of the suede, pat it.You can reduce stains before they form by treating the suede quickly.If you notice stains, dry out the existing moist area before trying to treat them.
Step 7: The shoes should dry out in 24 hours.
When it is wet, it becomes more prone to damage.Let the shoes air dry on their own, because you won't be able to get all the humidity out by drying them.Direct sunlight during this time and keep them away from heat.The shoes should feel completely dry after the wait.The amount of time you need to wait depends on how soaked the shoes were.You need to wait the whole 24 hours if you got caught in the rain.If the shoes are treated before they dry, there could be cracks.If the shoes feel dry, don't rush to treat the stains.
Step 8: There is a light coating of water on the shoe.
Shake the brush out of the water.The shoe should be brushed along the suede's grain.Before you try to treat the stains, make sure the entire shoe feels dry.The best way to remove a water stain is to add more water.More discolorations can be prevented by cleaning the entire shoe.
Step 9: The water should be distributed evenly across the suede with a rag.
Place a clean cloth on your shoe.The cloth should be used to pat down the surface of the shoe.The water stains need to be wet again before they can be removed.Excess water will be removed from the suede.Water spots are not the only thing that needs to be damp.It blends in the marks while preventing new ones from forming.
Step 10: Stuff the shoe with paper to keep it in shape.
The shoe should be put on a flat surface with the opening face up.You can fill it with paper towels, rags, or other undyed pieces of paper.Take the paper and fit it inside the shoe.Don't use the newspaper because it contains ink that could stain the shoe.For a simpler way to maintain the shoe's shape, insert a shoe tree instead.
Step 11: Put the shoe in a dark place to dry.
Put the shoes in a place that has good air circulation.If your shoes are wet, you may need to wait a full 24 hours for them to dry.If the suede feels dry to the touch, it's time to fix it.Let the shoes dry on their own.Since it is delicate, keep it away from heat and sunlight.It's important to make sure the suede doesn't get wet.Don't brush it again if you're on the side of caution.
Step 12: To clean the shoe, brush it over.
You can use a toothbrush or brush.It is a good idea to lightly brush the entire shoe.The suede should be back to it's original appearance when you're done.If you still see stains in the suede, it's time to treat them with something.
Step 13: To remove the stain, scrub it with a suede eraser.
A lot of stains come out when you use an eraser.Rub the stain with a suede-specific eraser.Rub the stain until it's gone.You can finish with a brush.Visit a general store or shop online to purchase an eraser.You should look for cleaning kits that include a brush as well.Use a regular pink pencil eraser if you don't have a suede one.It is useful for removing stains.
Step 14: If the stain remains, mix 2 parts water with 1 part white vinegar in a bowl.
You don't need to make a lot to treat stains.Try mixing about 4 c (59 mL) of white vinegar with warm water.If you are worried about exposing your shoe to water, you could use a cotton ball in a solution of white wine and water to remove the stain.Rubbing alcohol can be used.You can mix it into the water or put a cotton ball in it.micellar water is a product used to rinse off makeup.If you want to remove the stains, add a little bit to a cotton ball.
Step 15: Use a clean rag or towel to apply the mixture to the stains.
Don't pour the mixture onto your shoe.If you dip a clean cloth into it, you can get rid of the excess humidity.You want to treat the stains.Rub the stain in a circle.If you don't want to expose your shoes to too much water, apply the solution the same way you would a cloth.
Step 16: Wait overnight for the shoe to dry.
The amount of time you need to wait depends on how wet the suede is.It will take a few hours for a spot treatment, but make sure it feels dry to the touch.Minor stains will be gone after the suede dries.It's a good idea to let it dry after applying it.It is more prone to cracking.
Step 17: The suede should be brushed with a brush.
The brush is used along the suede's grain.Paying particular attention to the areas you treated, go over the entire shoe.If there are any remaining stains or signs of damage, check the shoe.It is possible that you need to treat the suede a few times.When you are done, your shoes may smell like something.As you wear them, it will fade.
Step 18: The oil should be covered with baby powder.
You will be able to leave the shoe undisturbed for a few hours if you position it in the right spot.A layer of absorbent material should be used to cover the stain.Cornstarch and baby powder don't set in as permanent stains because they are good at drawing oils out of suede.The treatment works for stains like sweat, grease and gasoline.If you want to treat another type of liquid stain, consider using a solution of water and vinegar.
Step 19: The powder draws up the oil if you leave the shoe overnight.
Wait at least an hour because it needs time to work.You will likely notice better results if you have more time to spare.The stained area needs to be covered by the powder all the time.If you keep your shoes away from fans or open windows, the powder won't be able to work on the stain.Don't leave the shoes near heat or sunlight.
Step 20: Use a brush to remove the powder.
You should sweep the powder off into a trash bag.The entire shoe should be brush off.The suede will look brighter and cleaner after fluffing up the fibers.If you see a lot of oil on the suede, you can apply another coat of baby powder.Then brush it off again.
Step 21: It is possible to treat stubborn stains with a cotton ball.
There is a cotton ball and a clean cloth.Don't use it if it is soaked or dripping.The stains should be scrubbed lightly in a circle.When you are done, brush the shoe off.It's a good idea to only use a small amount of vinegar.It is possible to use rubbing alcohol or a cleaner.
Step 22: If you need to restore the suede, repeat the treatment.
You can use more powder to lift up oil.You might need to do this a few times to get it back to normal.It is recommended to finish each cleaning with a thorough brushing to lift up the suede's fibers and blend in any permanent wear and tear.