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• Advice
• Warning

Brush harder to remove scratches on shoes. When the shoe is scratched, the suede beads can be pressed down to one side. Return the suede seeds to their original state by brushing vigorously in both directions. You should still use a dedicated brush for best results.

• For deep scratches that the brush cannot handle, try to fix it by gently razing the area.

Use pencil eraser for stubborn stains. Scratches, stains that are difficult to remove are still treated with a pencil eraser or a piece of crepe rubber (the wrinkled rubber is usually used for shoe soles). You can also replace it with a suede-specific eraser. You should scrub in moderation and harder if necessary.

Protect your shoes. When the shoes are new and clean (or for the first time), you should apply a protective layer on them. This helps to prevent stains and other traces. Furthermore, do not forget to follow the manufacturer's instructions. advertisement

Method 2 of 4: Remove Water Stains

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   Thoroughly wet the outside of the shoe, while also gently wet the brush. Water can discolor the skin, but if done correctly, it can remove the stain.

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   Use a sponge or dry cloth to absorb any excess water. Gently massage over the entire surface of the skin until the stain is completely removed.

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   Stick a paper or wooden shoe tree into your shoe. If you use a lot of water to clean your shoes, put dry paper in the shoes to absorb the water inside. Shoe trees (or curled paper) will help the shoe retain its original shape. Do not use newspaper as ink can print on your shoes.

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   Once dry, use a suede brush to gently brush your shoes. This will help the skin particles return to their original appearance. advertisement

Method 3 of 4: Remove Special Stains

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   Remove oily or unknown stains with a nail brush. Use a sponge dedicated to suede to scrub stains just like you would for scratches. Then use a nail brush to scrub stubborn stains with warm water. The grease stains on suede shoes are very difficult to remove, but the shoes once dirty will not look good anymore.
   • You can use cornstarch to absorb grease stains on shoes when the grease has not dried completely. Sprinkle a little cornstarch on the stain, then leave the shoes on overnight. On the next day, brush off the cornstarch with a brush, then pass the stain with a steam iron.

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   Let the mud dry completely before cleaning shoes. Spread dirt on shoes, but do not scrub too hard. Then leave shoes in a dry and sunny place. Once the mud has hardened, you can peel off pieces by hand. Use a dedicated fishing table to scrub away the remaining mud on the shoe.

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   Use sandpaper to treat ink stains that have not dried out. If you accidentally put ink on your shoes, get a tissue and blot the stain as quickly as possible. If the ink has dried, use sandpaper to gently scrub the stain. In the worst case, you can rub alcohol on shoes to fix it. advertisement

Method 4 of 4: Other Possible Methods at Home

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   Use a nail file and steam. If you don't have a suede brush, you can replace it with a nail file and then steam your shoes with a kettle or iron. The hot steam will loosen the holes in the skin and make it easier to remove. advertisement

Advice

• If you don't use shoes for a long time, wrap them with tissue and put them in the box. Avoid storing shoes in moist and bright areas as skin can become moldy due to excessive humidity or light discoloration.
• If the laces are dirty, you can put them in the washing machine, depending on the material of the laces.
• Avoid using skin dyes. If you are unable to remove the stains on your shoes using the methods listed above, the success rate with dyes is also very low and can even further damage your shoes.
• You can prevent water-borne stains in time by patiently wiping with tissue as soon as it becomes soiled.

Warning

• Use caution when using suede protection sprays. Make sure the room is well ventilated and follow the directions and warnings on the label as some sprays are highly flammable.
• Do not use newspaper in place of wooden shoe trees, as wet newspaper will also stain shoes.
• Avoid dry cleaning solvents. These can be very effective but contain chemical ingredients that smell bad and will stay in your home.