Content

• Steps
• Method 1 of 3: Daily Care
• Method 2 of 3: Cleaning suede garments
• Method 3 of 3: Removing stubborn dirt
• Warnings
• What do you need

Unlike suede fabric (a substitute for suede), suede leather is made from the soft inner layer of cow, deer or pig hides. Suede products, shoes, bags and other accessories are delicate and beautiful, but often prone to scratches and stains. This article provides information on how to take care of suede as well as how to clean it.

Steps

Method 1 of 3: Daily Care

1. 1 Use a suede brush. Suede brushes usually have two sides: one of the wire, to clean up dirt, and the other of rubber, to raise the lint. Gently scrub your suede jacket, shoes or accessories, first with the soft side of the brush and then with the metal side.
   • Use a brush to remove dirt and dust from the suede surface. The brush will also help remove scratches on the suede.
   • If the garment is stained with dirt, let the dirt dry before brushing it off the suede.
   • Sweep the brush in the direction of the bristle distribution to avoid tears and damage.
   • Do not use force when using the metal side of the brush. Sweep the brush over the suede in gentle, short strokes to freshen the pile.
   • Instead of a brush, you can use a toothbrush or textured cloth.
2. 2 Use a suede spray. You can buy a special suede protective spray from shoe stores, leather stores, and other places where suede is sold. This spray will protect your suede from water and other substances that can stain or damage your suede garments.
   • Spray the entire surface of the suede garment evenly, but so as not to wet the garment with the spray. Let the product dry for the time indicated on the spray can.
   • Use this spray at least once a year to keep your suede garments in top condition at all times.
3. 3 Wear suede correctly. Try not to wear suede products in weather conditions that can harm them, for example, during rain or snow. Hot and humid weather is also not good for suede.
   • Do not spray perfume, cologne, hairspray, or other substances containing chemicals that can damage suede products near suede.
   • Protect suede from sweat and oils - always wear at least one layer of clothing between your body and the suede. Socks, shirts, and scarves are great for preventing sweat and oil stains on suede.
4. 4 Store your suede garments properly. Never leave suede in the sun, as sunlight and heat can damage and dry your skin. Store suede garments in a cool, dark place.
   • If you rarely use a piece of suede, you can wrap it in a cloth or pillowcase, or store it between several sheets of white paper.
   • Never store suede next to newsprint, as the paint from the newspaper can transfer to the suede.

Method 2 of 3: Cleaning suede garments

1. 1 Prevent stains from drying out. If you get a stain on your suede garment, immediately start cleaning it. The longer the stains remain on the suede, the greater the risk that they may soak into the leather and never wash off.
2. 2 Prepare your suede garment for cleaning. Wipe the suede surface with a clean towel before cleaning. This will lift the fluff and prepare the surface for further cleaning.
3. 3 Use a regular eraser to remove dry stains. Do not use pink erasers, as the color may transfer to the suede. It is best to use colorless erasers, or white or brown erasers.
   • If the eraser fails, gently rub the dirty surface with a nail file.
   • Never use chemical stain removers, as these can further damage suede, especially if they are not designed for use on suede garments.
4. 4 To get rid of water stains, blot the stain immediately. Use a small piece of cloth to blot the water-stained suede surface. Do not press too hard on the surface of the garment so that the water does not penetrate the suede. Dry the suede after getting wet.
   • If the water stains after drying, try sprinkling the entire surface of the garment with water, then dry the garment again. This will help hide the difference in color between the water stain and the remaining surface of the suede.
   • If your suede boots are soaked through, fill them with paper before drying. This will prevent the product from losing its shape.
5. 5 Use a paper towel to remove coffee, juice, and tea stains. Place one layer of paper towel over the stain and cover it with another layer of paper towel, then press down on the stain with your hands or place several books on top of it.
   • Try removing the stain by wiping it down with a wet towel dipped in white vinegar. Do not soak the suede in vinegar, just wipe the surface with a towel.
6. 6 Oil and grease stains can be removed with baking soda. Blot the stain with a paper towel and then lightly sprinkle baking soda over it. Leave the baking soda on the stain for a few hours, then brush off the baking soda from the suede using a suede brush.

Method 3 of 3: Removing stubborn dirt

1. 1 Use a suede cleaner. If none of the above methods for cleaning suede work for you, buy a suede cleaner. These products are commonly used to remove greasy and oily stains from suede shoes and clothing.
   • Use a product with natural ingredients. Some suede cleansers can actually damage your garment even more.
2. 2 Consider whether you should use a professional cleaning service. These services can be quite expensive, but it is sometimes worth asking an expert to safely and effectively remove stains from suede surfaces.
   • If they are suede items, take them to a dry cleaner where they clean the suede. There, you can also ask if they accept suede bags and other accessories.
   • Suede shoes can be returned for shoe repair. Shoemakers have the skills and tools to remove even the most stubborn stains.

Warnings

• Never store suede in plastic bags or containers.
• Not all suede products can be cleaned in the same way. Always read the instructions on your products before cleaning.

What do you need

• Clean towel
• Suede brush / toothbrush / nail file
• White or brown eraser
• White vinegar
• Suede cleaner
• Protective spray for suede