How to clean the buckskin and how to protect it

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• Suede is an animal skin sanded on the inner layer for a velvety and textured feel and appearance.
• However, it is less durable than leather, more prone to stains and more difficult to maintain.
• We have gathered some tips and tricks to teach you how to clean and care for the deer.
• You will need a water repellent spray and a suede brush to keep your suede items in perfect condition.

Elvis had good reason to say, "But do not step on my blue suede shoes.Well, you can do anything, but stay away from my blue suede shoes."

Suede certainly has a velvety and rich appearance, but it is also undeniable that it stains, erodes and flattens easily. That's why it's so important to know how to care for the deer.

Periodic cleaning and brushing will give your suede shoes, jacket, hat, pants and furniture the same appearance as the day of purchase.

But more importantly, you must quickly treat any suede wear to avoid permanent stains or damage to the material.

Although it is not really difficult to clean and maintain the suede, it requires more attention than many other types of leather. That's why we decided to define the appropriate way to take care of your shoes, clothes or decorative items.

Basic suede care

The best way to keep your suede shoes, hats, home accessories and gloves is to take regular preventive measures. Generally, you should leave suede clothes at home on rainy days, but you will inevitably be caught in an unplanned shower, puddle, or wet lawn.

That's why suede clothing, shoes and accessories must all be treated with a water repellent spray such as the Apple Brand stain repellent and stain repellent.

For more security, start by testing the spray in an inconspicuous area. If all goes well, go ahead and apply the spray on your suede shoes or other suede items, and let it dry completely. While you should always avoid water when wearing suede, the protector will greatly reduce the risk of stains if the suede is wet. Reapply once per season for the best protection.

Regular brushing of your suede is another must, be it an item to wear or an interior decor. A good suede brush like the Redecker suede brush, featuring a brbad wire and natural pork bristles for a thorough but gentle cleansing, removes dust and dirt while restoring the nap of the suede.

You should really brush your suede after every wear, or use the brush on your suede furniture every week, but if it sounds too complicated, aim once a month or so.

Thoroughly brush the suede all over the surface, doing only back and forth movements. Do not make circles and do not push the nap in different directions. Regular brushing is the best way to maintain a beautiful suede look and eliminate dust or light stains.

Remove buckskin stains

This happens: your suede shoes have mud or dirt on the toes or along the sides, or the rain has stained your suede cap. No need to worry: just use your suede brush.

It is often enough to brush carefully to remove dirt, but if the situation seems very dirty, you will have to go a little further.

1. If the stain is dry, take an eraser. Work the eraser on the stain, making small circular movements and applying light pressure. Brush the deer to restore the nap once the stain is gone.
2. The spot is still there? Head to the pantry for white vinegar. Pour a little on a clean, dry cloth and rub the vinegar into the stained deer. You want to cushion the fallow deer, not soaking it. Let the suede dry in the air, then brush the stain to remove persistent marks.
3. If any oil gets into your suede, sprinkle the stain with enough cornstarch to cover it completely and let it sit for several hours. Then use your suede brush to remove the cornstarch and, with a little luck, the oily patch. If it remains a visible mark, use white vinegar as indicated above.
4. Wet stains, including water, should be sponged with as much towel as possible before allowing the suede to air dry. Never place your suede near a heater and do not use a dryer to speed up the drying process as it may deteriorate or damage the material. If the suede dries with a watermark, you'll want to treat it with white vinegar, let it dry once more, then brush it thoroughly.

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