Don’t you wish that every single “how to” video in the entire internet were as clean, professional and informative as this one!!! Congrats on your pristine work.
Dear Kirby, I work at a small leather shoe boutique that sells products from the likes of Alden, John Lobb, Tricker’s, and Paraboot. We recently received our order of the Invuner from the Kirby Allison store. It arrived quite fast! We appreciate it, however, the packaging paper seemed to have some small cockroaches nesting in it. Great video, and thank you to your team for the timely delivery.
Hi Kirby, Great video. Just wondering how you get rid of the long suede hairs that seem to appear with age/wear. After washing, they were all gone but I noted some came back after brushing with a suede brush. I've read online that some people use a hair dryer (that doesn't seem to have worked) to 'burn' the long hairs. Curious if you do anything to get rid of the hairs or just leave them as is. Thanks in advance.
I've watched several of your videos and few of them I've watched multiple times. This is one of the multiple-view videos. I am in the process of restoring a few high-end handbags, some with suede accents, and with the guidance in this video and the products mentioned, good results are assured. I've seen so many strange approaches to cleaning leather and suede so when I want to know what won't damage my item, I come here. As a funny sidebar, I now look at cleaning/polishing any leather/suede item and think "Hmmm, what would Kirby do?" /laughing Thanks for all you do.
Hello Mr. Kirby, thank you for this very helpful tutorial. I'll ask you two important questions. After using the super invulner, how should I take care of my shoes? Can I brush my shoes daily? After two or three weeks can I use Renovatur again and brush them daily? Thank you so much for your attention.
Great Video, I now know how to better take care of my suede shoes. I have a question, I have a pair of blue suede derbys and there is some integration of leather being on the shoes so how do I wash them? Also would using a blow dryer to dry the shoe quickly damage the shoe?
Just bought a new pair of AE Tate Chukka Suede boots. I got the Saphir water proofing spay that you used in this review. I would assume I should put it on the boots before I wear them the 1st time? Do you use the brush after the application of the water proofing has dried or wait a while before using a brush. I have the Saphire Crape Wood Brush to use on the boots. Thanks again for all your great content.
Dear Kirby, I have several pairs of suede /nubuck sneakers which also has leather on it. Can I use the saphir products to spray on top of the shoes which also has leather on it?
No need directly after the spray dries unless you want to. You will be brushing your suede shoes from time to time thereafter to remove dust and comb the nap. I have done this many many times and it really does not affect the protection too much. Eventually you will need a re-treatment. Just briefly run the shoe under the tap and see how it repels.
Kirby, if I use the Brown suede conditioner spray on a black suede shoe that should be fine yes? As I have a brown and a black pair of suede shoes I figured I could get away with just getting the brown conditioner spray?
Am thinking about picking up a pair of Carmina suede penny loafers..was on the fence since I've only ever owned calfskin, but this video is giving me the reassurance that I can clean and maintain them.
Can you tell me please the brand of the dessert boots you are cleaning? they look so beautiful.. Thanks, and thanks for the video, it was the mot useful I´d ever seen about cleaning suede shoes...
Hi Kirby - looking to purchase a pair of suede chukka boots but I can’t seem to find ones that catch my eye. Until I watched this video… Are these custom? Or would you mind sharing a name for a first chukka boot. Thanks a lot.
@Kirby Allison, does this process also works on Waxed suede shoes? or should I threat those differently? the specific leather I am asking for is Charles F. Stead Waxy Commander
What about shoes that have leather and suede? Any tips for keeping the suede cleaner/waterproofing off of the leather and the leather creams/polish off of the suede? Thanks
I really like the Saphir Renovateur Suede Spray and the Super Invulner, and use both after cleaning with the Omni'Nettoyant. I follow up with using the Super Invulner every once in a while. But when do I use the Renovateur again? I wasn't sure when to spray the Renovateur again. Wouldn't spraying the Renovateur over Invulner prevent it from being absorbed into the suede?
I would recommend using the Saphir Renovating Suede & Nubuck Spray periodically. Basically, it is reapplying a light pigment and helping to condition the suede. Definitely after using the Omni'Nettoyant, though. But otherwise, every few months.
Hi Kirby can you perform this routine on the material alcantara.. specifically for a car steering wheel? I know it’s a little off topic but I’d be interested to know if it would have the same cleaning effect.. much appreciated if you could reply
kirby i have a newly acquired suede jacket and am wondering how to get a out a certain stain that developed. would these saphir products & method work on jackets as well? would love some feeback!
Do these products work on shoes that are made with different colour suede. I have a few pairs of suede Oxford brogue shoes that are made with 2 and sometimes 3 different colours of suede. I call them Gatsby's because they evoke the two tone style of the 20s but I don't know if there is another name for them. The shoes themselves are quite expensive (Purchased in Jermyn Street, London), and so I don't want to mess up caring for them. I also have a pair that are mixed materials with a strong canvas laid over leather and calf leather toe cap and sides. These are in a Derby style. They are two tone as well (Chestnut Brown leather and camel colour canvas. What should I use on them? Any advice and recommendations for products are greatly appreciated.
Great content ! Will you issue in the future a video about cleaning suede-and-leather shoes? I'm always concerned when cleaning mines and they now need a deep one...
Thanks! I always wanted to find a great suede shoe care video! Really helpful! I also own a pair of Suede Chukka. Can I use a crepe brush to re-fluff after cleaning? (I bought the crepe brush together with a pair of TImberland original suede yellow boots...I assume I can use the same techniques in this video?)
I have a pair of suede Ugg ankle booties that the blue from the jeans I often wear tucked in or rolled up with then has rubbed off on. Is there a way to get blue dye out of them. It is all around the top of the bootie. It makes me sick as they are my absolute favorite booties!
Do you have to use Renovateur spray on new shoes? When is it necessary to nourish suede shoes with Renovateur? Can you do without this product if you keep them clean with a brush and apply Super Invulver spray? And will the Renovateur get through the Super Invulver to 'feed' the suede?
The Super Invulner will not feed the suede since it does not contain any of the almond oil used in the Saphir Renovateur Suede & Nubuck Spray. The Saphir Renovateur Spray does a good job conditioning (it's the only such product available) and help elevate the natural "shine" of suede. It wouldn't hurt to use on a new pair of suede shoes, but might not be totally necessary. As far as how often, I would recommend using it a few times a year. Of course, that depends on wear.
Thanks for a video. But I must say that was a total overuse of shampoo. Personally, I use it either neat or diluted 1:1 with water. When it's neat the cleaning goes much more dryer. There is still lather but less water. Probably good for very delicate suede. Anyway, for me it's enough about 1oz of shampoo(neat or diluted) on a pair. Looking this video one may suggest a100ml bottle is only good enough for two cleanings))
I have suede and grain calf saddle shoes. Is it bad to treat them as all suede the way you've done here and then simply polish the grained calf afterward? Getting grained calf wet isn't such a big deal; it's not like my other grained calf shoes never get rained on.
In philly there are some shister shoe repair guys they all tell me they cant get my suede Allen Edmonds really clean, I gotta invest in some of this stuff here.
What's the difference between the suede cleaning brush and the regular suede brush? According to your site, they are both for cleaning and refreshing the pile.
I believe the navy pigmented Saphir Renovating Suede and Nubuck Spray was discontinued. I think that's why we don't carry it any more, and haven't for years.
When applying the shampoo and then the water, is it that the sole gets wet? Also, how long do you put it under the water? The instructions say until there is no latter but that takes a lot of time! Hehehe
It's not going to be terrible for the shoes if there is a little residual shampoo. Just try best you can without going overboard. Shouldn't need to rinse for more than 60 seconds.
I'm adding this question as a top-level thread in case someone else is wondering the same. I have been charged with dying a very deep blue, nearly black, pair of Ecco loafers. Because the shoes are so deeply pigmented already, I'm thinking I could properly prepare the shoes [as shown here] and then use Saphir Renovateur Suede & Nubuck Conditioning Spray in black. I don't think I need to go to the point of Saphir Decapant then Saphir Teinture Francaise Dye, however, it's worth a sanity check.
The pigment on the Saphir Renovating Suede & Nubuck sprays are not meant to change the color. The pigment is quite light (similar to a shoe polish) and is meant only to accent or fill-in an already-existing finish. You could try it, but I don't want to guarantee it will deliver the exact results you are looking for because I've never tested it in this application.
That makes sense. With regard to dye, some suede and leather dyes [not acrylic paints] seem to leave a purplish cast. Does the Saphir Teinture Francaise black give a true black finish (assuming correct preparation and application)?
I have a question. How to make a leather shoes (light beige open leather) back to life ?The leather is quite hard and realy not as soft as it used to be. thanks
Also, you mentioned that the Super Invulner is safe on any leather. Would you recommend using it for normal calf skin dress shoes as part of routine care? If so, would it go over/after the polish and wax? Even with the polish/wax, I am concerned about the shoes getting water stains, so I was wondering if I should apply the Super Invulner on top of the polish/wax. If so, would that change the weekly/bi-weekly maintenance with regular polish/wax? Thank you, love your products!
If you are concerned about water stains, then the Saphir Super Invulner Medaille d'Or would be perfect for your calfskin shoes. And, yes, it is completely safe to use! It would be the last thing you apply. What's great about the Super Invulner is that it will not leave any rings and isn't forever permanent, like something like the Tarrago Nano Protector. One water stops to bead, just reapply.
Christopher K Maybe the issue is that chairs have sponge inside. I’d probably shampoo the chair, then I’d use a damp towel to thoroughly wipe off shampoo, instead of running water on it.
tq for your advise. Beside using some vinegar n water. Can I use Saphir Omni’nettoyant Suede Shampoo to clean my water stains marks shoe. I bought one already.
What product do you advise me to use to condition a pair of suede boots? Also, I'd like to note that I wear them quite frequently (2-3 time a week), how often should I apply the conditioner to protect and preserve my leather. Thanks in advance
jackie wong Clean water does not damage suede. Dirty water that dries on suede or leather will leave water spots, but this isn’t due to the water itself.
Hi Kirby, Thanks for all the help in your videos. I have a questions regarding the cleaning of difficult stains in suede: What are your thoughts on drycleaning suede / having a dry-cleaner clean suede shoes? Have you ever done research into this area? Thanks in advance! Kevin
Is there a way to bring back a nap on the toes of suede shoes where they are worn a bit shiny? Thanks! And another topic: you've gotten lots of advice on pronouncing these Saphir brand French words correctly, some of which is kinda ok, and some totally wacky! Just type in the words in Google Translate and hit the "out loud" icon. She does it right! Au revoir et donnez-nous plus de conseils en daim!
kongmw The Tarrago Nano super effective - I just don't like to use it on my nicer shoes because it is so effective it prevents you from shampooing Suede later on. Saphir Super Invulner just as effective, but not as permanent.
Don’t you wish that every single “how to” video in the entire internet were as clean, professional and informative as this one!!! Congrats on your pristine work.
Dear Kirby,
I work at a small leather shoe boutique that sells products from the likes of Alden, John Lobb, Tricker’s, and Paraboot. We recently received our order of the Invuner from the Kirby Allison store. It arrived quite fast! We appreciate it, however, the packaging paper seemed to have some small cockroaches nesting in it.
Great video, and thank you to your team for the timely delivery.
We hope this video helps provide a guide for cleaning your own suede shoes! Let us know if you have any questions or comments.
Hi Kirby, Great video. Just wondering how you get rid of the long suede hairs that seem to appear with age/wear. After washing, they were all gone but I noted some came back after brushing with a suede brush. I've read online that some people use a hair dryer (that doesn't seem to have worked) to 'burn' the long hairs. Curious if you do anything to get rid of the hairs or just leave them as is. Thanks in advance.
Greetings Kirby, would you recommend these suede products for a decent quality fine(texture) braided loafer.
Cleaned my suede boots tonight. Came out great thanks to your video. Thanks!
Thanks!
Thanks a lot Kirby for the tutorial. I just shampooed my Sanders & Sanders Chukka - Chocolate Suede. They're already looking new.
I've watched several of your videos and few of them I've watched multiple times. This is one of the multiple-view videos. I am in the process of restoring a few high-end handbags, some with suede accents, and with the guidance in this video and the products mentioned, good results are assured. I've seen so many strange approaches to cleaning leather and suede so when I want to know what won't damage my item, I come here. As a funny sidebar, I now look at cleaning/polishing any leather/suede item and think "Hmmm, what would Kirby do?" /laughing Thanks for all you do.
Hi Cori! Thank you!! Please keep us posted on how the restoration project goes and let me know if you have any questions! -Kirby
you poured half the bottle of the shampoo into the water.. isnt that a bit much?
That’s what they want u to do. They want u to use it up faster so u buy more product. This is clearly an ad
Indeed it is. For one pair of shoes, i dont need more than 50ml-100ml water + around 10-20ml of shampoo.
indeed..cleaning doesnt require too much water like soaking..neither nor the shampoo..
Peter I was about to say the same thing. That’s expensive lol
I'd only expect that from someone who poured a bucket of water on their head before filming.
Hello Mr. Kirby, thank you for this very helpful tutorial. I'll ask you two important questions. After using the super invulner, how should I take care of my shoes? Can I brush my shoes daily? After two or three weeks can I use Renovatur again and brush them daily? Thank you so much for your attention.
Thanks. You give me courage to purchase that suede chelsea boots i've been dreaming on but too afraid to take care of.
Good to see TH-cam CEO sharing his way on how to clean suede shoes.
HI KIRBY -- is it okay to wet nubuck leather in the same way as suede, i.e. shampooing and running under the tap to wash off the suds? THANK YOU!
Does the Super Invulner reduce the ‘breathabilty’ of the suede?
What if I do not see the difference between before and after of the tutorial you showed here? Can you please do tutorial on black suede? Thank you!
Thanks -- Thanks to your video I used a toilet brush to restore my suede Merrills. They look much much better now.
Great Video, I now know how to better take care of my suede shoes. I have a question, I have a pair of blue suede derbys and there is some integration of leather being on the shoes so how do I wash them? Also would using a blow dryer to dry the shoe quickly damage the shoe?
Just bought a new pair of AE Tate Chukka Suede boots. I got the Saphir water proofing spay that you used in this review. I would assume I should put it on the boots before I wear them the 1st time? Do you use the brush after the application of the water proofing has dried or wait a while before using a brush. I have the Saphire Crape Wood Brush to use on the boots. Thanks again for all your great content.
What is the brand of chukka boots in the video Kirby? Thanks.
Are crepe brushes more appropriate for nubuck rather than suede? Notice you use a pig bristle brush in place of a crepe brush here.
Dear Kirby, I have several pairs of suede /nubuck sneakers which also has leather on it. Can I use the saphir products to spray on top of the shoes which also has leather on it?
Do you re-brush the suede AFTER applying the sprays? Saphir instructions seem to say so, but I would think that would remove the protection.
No need directly after the spray dries unless you want to. You will be brushing your suede shoes from time to time thereafter to remove dust and comb the nap. I have done this many many times and it really does not affect the protection too much. Eventually you will need a re-treatment. Just briefly run the shoe under the tap and see how it repels.
Kirby, if I use the Brown suede conditioner spray on a black suede shoe that should be fine yes? As I have a brown and a black pair of suede shoes I figured I could get away with just getting the brown conditioner spray?
Thank you for a great video! Did you use neutral or light brown conditioner for these shoes?
After conditioning, how long do i have to let the suede dry for before applying the waterproofing spray with these Saphir products?
Take a shot every time he says omni nettoyant
Michael Moreno, I’m getting drunk now! 😎
He keeps saying NET-TAN-YAHT for NET-TOY-YANT and Super IN-NUL-VER FOR IN-VUL-NER. At least try to pronounce the name of the product correctly.
Shot no 1
Shot no 2
*My shots are actually sips due to my not being a drunkard*
Am thinking about picking up a pair of Carmina suede penny loafers..was on the fence since I've only ever owned calfskin, but this video is giving me the reassurance that I can clean and maintain them.
I love how you pronounce French names that's fun :D
Thanks for the great content ;)
Can you tell me please the brand of the dessert boots you are cleaning? they look so beautiful.. Thanks, and thanks for the video, it was the mot useful I´d ever seen about cleaning suede shoes...
Hi Kirby - looking to purchase a pair of suede chukka boots but I can’t seem to find ones that catch my eye.
Until I watched this video… Are these custom? Or would you mind sharing a name for a first chukka boot.
Thanks a lot.
@Kirby Allison, does this process also works on Waxed suede shoes? or should I threat those differently? the specific leather I am asking for is Charles F. Stead Waxy Commander
What about shoes that have leather and suede? Any tips for keeping the suede cleaner/waterproofing off of the leather and the leather creams/polish off of the suede?
Thanks
Hi, Kirby Allison I have a question about for the Saphir Omni'Nettoyant Suede Shampoo can be used for your streetwear shoes and sneakers shoes thanks.
I really like the Saphir Renovateur Suede Spray and the Super Invulner, and use both after cleaning with the Omni'Nettoyant. I follow up with using the Super Invulner every once in a while. But when do I use the Renovateur again? I wasn't sure when to spray the Renovateur again. Wouldn't spraying the Renovateur over Invulner prevent it from being absorbed into the suede?
I would recommend using the Saphir Renovating Suede & Nubuck Spray periodically. Basically, it is reapplying a light pigment and helping to condition the suede. Definitely after using the Omni'Nettoyant, though. But otherwise, every few months.
How much time should elapse between the renovateur and super invulner applications? Dry overnight again?
Thanks’
Terrific vid - very helpful in an area that many find difficult. One point of critique: the product is Super In -- VUL-- ner, not Inulver or Indulver.
How long is the spray waterproof protector last? Also, how often should I spray the waterproof to my suede shoes?
Yes. Apply the Saphir Super Invulner last. Reapply when water stops to bead.
Hi Kirby can you perform this routine on the material alcantara.. specifically for a car steering wheel? I know it’s a little off topic but I’d be interested to know if it would have the same cleaning effect.. much appreciated if you could reply
Will the waterproofing wear off after brushing each time? Do I need to respray everytime after brushing?
kirby i have a newly acquired suede jacket and am wondering how to get a out a certain stain that developed. would these saphir products & method work on jackets as well? would love some feeback!
Is there a reason you're not using the Saphir Omnidaim Suede Cleaner?
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Amazing. Do you do a hair care tutorial too? Because it is 👌
Do these products work on shoes that are made with different colour suede. I have a few pairs of suede Oxford brogue shoes that are made with 2 and sometimes 3 different colours of suede. I call them Gatsby's because they evoke the two tone style of the 20s but I don't know if there is another name for them. The shoes themselves are quite expensive (Purchased in Jermyn Street, London), and so I don't want to mess up caring for them. I also have a pair that are mixed materials with a strong canvas laid over leather and calf leather toe cap and sides. These are in a Derby style. They are two tone as well (Chestnut Brown leather and camel colour canvas. What should I use on them? Any advice and recommendations for products are greatly appreciated.
Aaron's allotment Yes. They will work on shoes with different colored suede.
Hey Kirby, quick question: my car has suede all around the interior. Can I do the same to that? Or you wouldn't recommend? Thanks anyways.
vitor patriota Absolutely! I’d make sure you pick up one of our extra-large daubers, though.
Great video! What kind of brush do you recommend for suede?
We have a great Suede Cleaning Brush:
www.hangerproject.com/hanger-project-suede-cleaning-brush.html
Also check out our video on How to Clean Suede Shoes:
th-cam.com/video/Ba5k6Ii70kY/w-d-xo.html
Will the colour in the conditioner stick into the mid-sole and other white components on the shoes?
Great job were we can find those products?
What i was always wondering,buying a crepe soles shoes/boots,how do I repair worn heels,for exp?
Am i right in thinking that this process can be applied to cleaning a suede jacket? Thanks in advance
Great content ! Will you issue in the future a video about cleaning suede-and-leather shoes? I'm always concerned when cleaning mines and they now need a deep one...
the eraser and omni have kept my SLP boots looking great for 3 years. Thanks Kirby!
Thanks! I always wanted to find a great suede shoe care video! Really helpful!
I also own a pair of Suede Chukka. Can I use a crepe brush to re-fluff after cleaning? (I bought the crepe brush together with a pair of TImberland original suede yellow boots...I assume I can use the same techniques in this video?)
Colin Cheng Absolutely. I actually highly recommend brushing suede after it’s cleaned. The suede nap needs to be brushed to refluff
I have a pair of suede Ugg ankle booties that the blue from the jeans I often wear tucked in or rolled up with then has rubbed off on. Is there a way to get blue dye out of them. It is all around the top of the bootie. It makes me sick as they are my absolute favorite booties!
Do you have to use Renovateur spray on new shoes? When is it necessary to nourish suede shoes with Renovateur? Can you do without this product if you keep them clean with a brush and apply Super Invulver spray? And will the Renovateur get through the Super Invulver to 'feed' the suede?
The Super Invulner will not feed the suede since it does not contain any of the almond oil used in the Saphir Renovateur Suede & Nubuck Spray.
The Saphir Renovateur Spray does a good job conditioning (it's the only such product available) and help elevate the natural "shine" of suede. It wouldn't hurt to use on a new pair of suede shoes, but might not be totally necessary.
As far as how often, I would recommend using it a few times a year. Of course, that depends on wear.
Dear Hanger Project Team, I wanted to ask you, how often should I apply the super invulner to insure my shoes stay protected? Thanks
anton bach Reapply once water stops beading. How often depends on use.
I know it's been years but could you make a video on how to reset the nap
Any recommendations on how to redye suede? My suede new balance MD1100BK's are the most comfortable dress shoes i own. Want them to be black again.
What colour spray conditioner should I use on grey (pale ish grey) suede boots please?
Thanks for a video. But I must say that was a total overuse of shampoo. Personally, I use it either neat or diluted 1:1 with water. When it's neat the cleaning goes much more dryer. There is still lather but less water. Probably good for very delicate suede. Anyway, for me it's enough about 1oz of shampoo(neat or diluted) on a pair. Looking this video one may suggest a100ml bottle is only good enough for two cleanings))
I.O. Good point. I was using newspaper packing paper. No ink.
thanks for the awesome videos. I was wondering what would you recommend for shoes with mixed leathers, for example calf leather and suede?
On mixed-material shoes, you have to treat each leather differently. Gets difficult!
The Hanger Project how would you avoid getting the spray for the suede into the calfskin?
If it's the Super Invulner, it won't matter. Will protect calf just the same. I'd probably not use any pigmented spray on suede/calf shoes.
I have suede and grain calf saddle shoes. Is it bad to treat them as all suede the way you've done here and then simply polish the grained calf afterward? Getting grained calf wet isn't such a big deal; it's not like my other grained calf shoes never get rained on.
In philly there are some shister shoe repair guys they all tell me they cant get my suede Allen Edmonds really clean, I gotta invest in some of this stuff here.
Excellent video. Very informative.
Does this apply to white bucks as well?
Do you know what the difference is between this product and the Saphir Omnidaim?
The Saphir Omni'Nettoyant is the Medaille d'Or version is a higher concentration than the Saphir Omnidaim.
Thank you!
Could you please provide the link to the chukka boots as well? Thank you!
You are the finest Man EVER !!!
What's the difference between the suede cleaning brush and the regular suede brush? According to your site, they are both for cleaning and refreshing the pile.
Same products.
what a nice thorough tutorial. Thanks!
Thanks for the walk through
How long did you wait after conditioning the shoe before applying the waterproofing spray?
Tree It needs to be fully dry.
Again, youtube bring me a suede shoe video after a few weeks I bought my first suede pair, now I'm f*cking concern :)
Do you bill ur clients for suede cleaning time?
Thank you very much, so helpful
And how often do you clean suede/nubuck shoes this way?
Only when they look like they need it.
The conditioning is also available in a navy pigment, though I'm don't that it's carried at the Hanger Project
I believe the navy pigmented Saphir Renovating Suede and Nubuck Spray was discontinued. I think that's why we don't carry it any more, and haven't for years.
Is it fine to use a neutral on a pair of navy nubucks?
Does this work for velvet?
What brand are the boots?
Is there like a camel\coffee color available Thanks Sir
Can u use this on nubuck and suede combat boots?
When applying the shampoo and then the water, is it that the sole gets wet? Also, how long do you put it under the water? The instructions say until there is no latter but that takes a lot of time! Hehehe
It's not going to be terrible for the shoes if there is a little residual shampoo. Just try best you can without going overboard. Shouldn't need to rinse for more than 60 seconds.
The Hanger Project Thanks! About the suede brush, what's your opinion on brushing the way the nap is?
Armando Valencia Madrid Brush up and then brush down.
Could these products be used to spot clean shearling?
wowbagger68 The Saphir Omni'Nettoyant can be used on any textiles, so you could use it on shearling. I would test it on a small area first, though.
You’ve thought me how to care for shoes now it’s my turn to return the favor and teach you how to pronounce saphirs products 😉
Great video but I reckon the cost of all these Sapphir products is more than the price of most suede footwear out there
I'm adding this question as a top-level thread in case someone else is wondering the same. I have been charged with dying a very deep blue, nearly black, pair of Ecco loafers. Because the shoes are so deeply pigmented already, I'm thinking I could properly prepare the shoes [as shown here] and then use Saphir Renovateur Suede & Nubuck Conditioning Spray in black. I don't think I need to go to the point of Saphir Decapant then Saphir Teinture Francaise Dye, however, it's worth a sanity check.
What color are you trying to take them? Black?
Ugh, yes dyeing to black. I was twice interrupted by The Golf Shoe Project, which is a soliloquy of woe for another day. Heh.
The pigment on the Saphir Renovating Suede & Nubuck sprays are not meant to change the color. The pigment is quite light (similar to a shoe polish) and is meant only to accent or fill-in an already-existing finish. You could try it, but I don't want to guarantee it will deliver the exact results you are looking for because I've never tested it in this application.
That makes sense. With regard to dye, some suede and leather dyes [not acrylic paints] seem to leave a purplish cast. Does the Saphir Teinture Francaise black give a true black finish (assuming correct preparation and application)?
Should be a true black.
Is sheepskin the same as suede? I have a pair sheepskin slippers that I really need to clean
Screwtape207 The Saphir Omni’Nettoyant can be used to clean almost any material, so it would work on your sheepskin also.
I have a question. How to make a leather shoes (light beige open leather) back to life ?The leather is quite hard and realy not as soft as it used to be.
thanks
Moisturize it. Search up what products are best to do that
Also, you mentioned that the Super Invulner is safe on any leather. Would you recommend using it for normal calf skin dress shoes as part of routine care? If so, would it go over/after the polish and wax? Even with the polish/wax, I am concerned about the shoes getting water stains, so I was wondering if I should apply the Super Invulner on top of the polish/wax. If so, would that change the weekly/bi-weekly maintenance with regular polish/wax? Thank you, love your products!
If you are concerned about water stains, then the Saphir Super Invulner Medaille d'Or would be perfect for your calfskin shoes. And, yes, it is completely safe to use! It would be the last thing you apply.
What's great about the Super Invulner is that it will not leave any rings and isn't forever permanent, like something like the Tarrago Nano Protector. One water stops to bead, just reapply.
can this method be used on suede chairs?
Christopher K Maybe the issue is that chairs have sponge inside. I’d probably shampoo the chair, then I’d use a damp towel to thoroughly wipe off shampoo, instead of running water on it.
Thnk you
hi can you help me, how to remove water stains? I tried using rubber to clean but still left a bit.
Try some vinegar and water.
tq for your advise. Beside using some vinegar n water. Can I use Saphir Omni’nettoyant Suede Shampoo to clean my water stains marks shoe. I bought one already.
What product do you advise me to use to condition a pair of suede boots? Also, I'd like to note that I wear them quite frequently (2-3 time a week), how often should I apply the conditioner to protect and preserve my leather. Thanks in advance
The Saphir Renovating Repair & Conditioning Spray has an almond oil that will condition the suede.
What if you're trying to clean a pair of suede dress shoes with a leather sole? I'm not comfortable running leather soles under the faucet.
There is no reason you can't run a leather sole under the faucet. Especially if you immediately dry off any excess water.
Very useful video! Thanks for making this!
I accidentally got some glue on my suede, any recommendations?
Burn them!
You can try the Gommain Suede Eraser. It’s better at these harder, dry stains.
Does water not damage the material sued?
jackie wong Clean water does not damage suede. Dirty water that dries on suede or leather will leave water spots, but this isn’t due to the water itself.
jackie wong I use distilled water and helps a lot , dries faster too
Hi Kirby,
Thanks for all the help in your videos. I have a questions regarding the cleaning of difficult stains in suede: What are your thoughts on drycleaning suede / having a dry-cleaner clean suede shoes? Have you ever done research into this area?
Thanks in advance!
Kevin
I've never heard of dry cleaning shoes... I'd be concerned about the tumbling. You can do an incredible job with the Saphir Omni'Nettoyant.
You da man Kirby
Can we use the normal shampoo???
You could use soap and water... but I think it's safer to use a product designed for the actual purpose.
Is there a way to bring back a nap on the toes of suede shoes where they are worn a bit shiny? Thanks! And another topic: you've gotten lots of advice on pronouncing these Saphir brand French words correctly, some of which is kinda ok, and some totally wacky! Just type in the words in Google Translate and hit the "out loud" icon. She does it right! Au revoir et donnez-nous plus de conseils en daim!
How can I get the "Wash shoes brush" ? the black one.
bi7ovia You can get them on HangerProject.com. Search for Large Shoe Cleaning Dauber.
www.hangerproject.com/large-shoe-cleaning-dauber.html
Could you please send this product to Taiwan？how much is the shipment？Thanks
bi7ovia You can estimate shipping on the website. We ship internationally.
I'll have to give the super invulner a shot once I'm done with my can of nano protector
kongmw The Tarrago Nano super effective - I just don't like to use it on my nicer shoes because it is so effective it prevents you from shampooing Suede later on. Saphir Super Invulner just as effective, but not as permanent.