Suede leather has been sanded on the inner layer of the skin while nubuck is sanded on the exterior skin of the animal.
Taking care of nubuck leather boots.
Wax based leather waterproofing treatments once the norm are less common now.
Holding the nozzle 6 10 inches away apply an even coating of suede spray to your boots or shoes.
Work in one direction against the grain to restore the material s velvety nap which flattens with regular wear.
Note that they may initially appear darker but the leather will lighten up as they dry.
Since the outside layer of a skin is tougher nubuck tends to be more durable.
Apply to dry shoes using a dry cloth and work into the leather but don t rebuff after application and don t use it on suede or nubuck leather see below.
And if you want the option of resoling.
Your boots before wearing them for the first time and taking a few minutes each month to care for them will extend the life and increase the performance and comfort of your work footwear.
We recommend using a sponge to apply a dedicated nubuck care product which does not ruin the suede look of the leather.
You should brush your nubuck every time your wear it.
Keeping the soles of your blundstone boots clean is also an integral part of boot care.
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These products are less likely to clog the leather compared to ordinary wax based products.
Our boots are made from leathers with various finishes suede nubuck and canvas.
To keep its velvet like nap nubuck must be cleaned and brushed regularly otherwise over time it will flatten down and become shiny and turn into smooth leather.
This will help avoid permanent stains and minimise contaminates causing damage to your favourite boots.
However these styles also require more maintenance so that they continue to look great.
Yet both materials need more maintenance compared to shoes made of any other material to avoid stains and scuffs.
This creates a unique stylish look compared to other types of leather.
How to waterproof nubuck or suede shoes.
Taking care of your standard leather footwear pays back in comfort and long life.
For nubuck leather boots or shoes it is even recommended they be brushed gently after each wear.
Different types of leather footwear require different types of.
Here are our top tips for taking care of your nubuck and suede shoes.
The use of creams on nubuck and suede leather boots made from nubuck and suede leather must be treated so they do not dry out.
Each needs specific care in order to keep them clean.
Ideally it s best to waterproof your suede and nubuck shoes before you wear them.