How to clean nubuck shoes?

Traditional leather is great, but sometimes you want to add something new to your outfit. This is where nubuck comes into play. Nubuck is a material created by sanding leather, which gives it a soft, plush appearance. Like suede, nubuck requires special care. Especially when your shoes get dirty.

To clean nubuck shoes, you must have the right materials and the right knowledge. Otherwise, you risk damaging your shoes. Fortunately, you don’t have to be an expert to restore your nubuck shoes to their former glory. Here’s what you need to know to keep your shoes looking fresh and ready for a night out.

What do you need to clean nubuck?

To clean nubuck you will need some special items. Due to its softness, dirt sticks to nubuck more than to other materials. In addition, water has a very negative effect on nubuck. It can penetrate nubuck, warping it and making it look old and crusted.

This can be avoided by having the right products on hand. These include:

• Nubuck Cleaning Brush,
• Nubuck cleaning eraser
• Suede and nubuck cleaner
• Nubuck protectant

Since nubuck has single fibers, you’ll need a towel to wipe away surface dirt so you can move on to deeper cleaning.

A nubuck cleaner will finish the job, bringing smaller particles to the surface. Then you can wipe them with a micro-fiber towel to avoid rubbing your shoes.

How to clean nubuck shoes?

To clean the shoes of dust and light dirt, use a nubuck cleaning brush and lightly comb the surface. This brush is used dry, because, as we mentioned earlier, water can damage nubuck. The edge of the sponge can be used to remove more stubborn marks.

You can use a suede and nubuck cleaner to remove stains, but it’s a good idea to test it on a less visible area of the shoe first. Apply the cleaner in gentle, circular motions, and then, when it dries, brush out the stain with a sponge.

For stubborn marks and stains you should use a special eraser for nubuck. Gently rub the block on the stained area to remove them. However, be careful not to use it on oiled nubuck the eraser’s spikes can leave marks on the surface.

How to protect nubuck shoes from dirt?

When your shoes look like new again, it is worth thinking about waterproofing them. Although this is not mandatory, we highly recommend it. Due to the fact that nubuck is delicate, it can easily get dirty and be damaged by water.

The waterproofing will not only protect your shoes from dirt, but will also deflect water from them. This will prolong their life and cleaning them will not be a frequent necessity.

Although this last step is optional, it is highly recommended. Nubuck is a sensitive leather that can easily become warped or damaged by water.

Using a protective agent will not only protect your shoes from damage, but will also help prevent dirt from penetrating the surface. This, in turn, will ensure that you won’t have to clean them as often.

If you are looking for a reliable product, Crep Protect waterproofing will do the job perfectly.