Suede boots look amazing. They're a nice change of pace to your typical genuine leather boots. You likely spent a good amount of your hard-earned money on those suede boots, so you should do your best to properly care for them. That's where a good suede boot cleaner, like Leather Honey Suede & Nubuck Cleaner, comes in. Here's a helpful guide to cleaning suede boots.
What is Suede?
Before we get into how to clean suede boots, let's review what suede actually is. Suede is made from the underside of the animal's skin, which is what gives it that soft texture. Suede is softer and thinner than other types of leather.
Supplies for Cleaning Suede Boots
- Small vacuum with soft bristle attachment
- Lint free cloth
- Leather Honey Suede & Nubuck Care Kit
How to Clean Suede Boots in 5 Easy Steps
1. Remove Loose Dirt
When cleaning suede boots, the first thing you want to do is get rid of any loose mud or debris. Grab a small, handheld vacuum with a soft bristle attachment. Gently vacuum any dirt that you see. Be sure to get the entire suede boot.
2. Use a Suede Brush
Now that the big stuff is removed from your suede boots, use the suede brush included in the Suede & Nubuck Care Kit to get rid of any scuffs. Remember to not brush too hard. Suede is a delicate form of leather, if you push too hard with your suede brush you might end up doing more harm than good.
3. Get Rid of Stains
If your suede boots are stained, use the suede eraser found in your kit to remove them. Again, be careful not to press too hard on the suede. Use gentle, circular motions with the suede eraser until the stain is removed.
4. Do a Spot Test
Your suede boots are not ready to be cleaned. First, do a spot test with your suede boot cleaner. Spray a small amount of Leather Honey Suede & Nubuck Cleaner onto your lint-free cloth. Find a small, inconspicuous spot on your suede boots and apply the cleaner. There should be no adverse impact, but better safe than sorry.
5. Apply Suede Boot Cleaner
Once you're satisfied with the spot test, apply more Leather Honey Suede & Nubuck Cleaner to the cloth and rub it all over the suede boot. Allow your suede boots to dry completely before using. Ideally you'll want to wait at least 24 hours.
How to Maintain Suede Boots
Now that you've cleaned your suede boots, remember to maintain them. That means brushing them with a suede brush every so often. If they get dirty, repeat the cleaning process. Also, you should keep your suede boots out of the sun if possible. Sunlight can dry out leather.
More to Know About Cleaning Suede Boots
Some common questions people have about how to clean suede boots.
How do you clean suede boots at home?
The best way to clean suede boots at home is to follow our guide above. Make sure you are using a premade suede boot cleaner, as they are specifically formulated for suede.
What is the best household cleaner for suede?
You should not use household cleaners to clean suede boots. Instead, use a suede boot cleaner, like our Suede & Nubuck Cleaner.
Can you wash suede boots without ruining them?
You should not use water to wash suede boots. It will definitely ruin them. Instead, only use a premade suede cleaner when cleaning suede boots. You should not use dish soap to clean boots. Suede soaks up water, and using it to clean the boot will stain it.
