How to clean Suede Shoes

We all love suede and it's looks.

Cleaning suede can be an ordeal because if you do it wrong, you could ruin them but, if you do it right, you ensure that your beautiful boots reach their maximum potential lifespan and remain in pristine condition through hundreds of wears. 

Steps:-

1. Get  a proper suede-cleaning brush, but investing in one is probably the wiser choice(an old toothbrush or any kind of soft-bristled brush will do the trick).

When using one to clean your shoes, be sure to brush only in the direction of the fibers, and avoid moving the brush back and forth over the surface as a bit of moisture can leave a permanent stain on suede, be sure your boots are completely dry when you go brush them.

2. Put crumpled paper(newspaper would do) inside the shoes so they keep their natural shape while you go work on them. 

This will help toughen up suede's naturally soft, supple material to make it easier to clean the more stubborn spots. 

3. For really tough stains(e.g like salt, food, or wine, )wine vinegar to the rescue.

Pour a little white vinegar on a clean cloth, and gently wipe the affected areas. 

Apply the vinegar on the stained area first and then let it dry. 

Finally, rub with a suede brush to get those tough stains out.

4. Remove stains with an eraser especially if you notice stains still.. A pencil eraser would do just fine.

5. After removing excess dirt clumps with your new, handy suede-cleaning brush, gently rub the shoes with a clean bath towel.

 No water, only a clean, soft bath towel to wipe them down and remove any unseen layers of dust, etc. 

Again, remember to wipe in the direction of the grain and avoid any vigorous back and forth motion.