Waterproofing leather shoes (and some types of canvas shoes) is essential to survive the winter, since water can damage or completely ruin leather. All waterproofing solutions work similarly to a thin barrier on the surface of the skin that can not be penetrated by water to create.
Before starting the seal, take a look at your shoes and determine the type of leather and other materials, is made. Check the special shoe boxesInstructions for cleaning, it is necessary to keep in mind. Then select a product that is waterproof for your skin type.
For waterproofing of shoes, you can use a spray or a semi-solid wax product. Sprays are easier to use, but may not be able to write a good hand held thickness. On the other hand, you should not use a spray (usually contains silicone) on the thin, soft skin. The manufacturer may recommend this skin, base semi-solid productsealant for shoes.
Before you start, seal, execute a "test spot" on a small, hard to see the area on the shoes. A good place is somewhere in the shoes, like the underside of the tongue. If you are experiencing changes in color or texture or damage to stop and not the product. Contact the manufacturer of the shoes know how to think about the future.
If all goes well, you can start waterproof leather. Some products contain a wax with a brush, while others are rub-on. When using arub-on to get a smooth, soft cloth. Read the instructions first - probably, I will say applies to rub with slow circular movements, and more than one layer of waterproofing for shoes.
If you use a brush, the process is very similar, except that you make slow circular motions with the brush, and try to exert some pressure, so that the brush can be in deep cracks. But be sure to use a soft brush made specifically for this purpose, because otherwise you mightScratching your shoes. Experts usually recommend a brush to seal the material to be used as well.
Speaking of cracks, and with a cloth or brush, you should spend special attention to all seams, cracks, bumps and blemishes. Slather on a little 'more about these areas, so very deeply, and rub plenty. Repeat up to three times if necessary, waterproof these important areas.
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