How To Clean Suede!... Your Cute Boots Are Not Throw Aways Just Yet

Ever have your favorite pair of boots stained and you are at a loss as to what to do. Here are some answer the question

How do I Remove Stains from Suede Leather?


Suede is created from the underside of the leather hide. The fibers are treated and raised to create its trademark soft and velvety feel. Professional cleaning is recommended for large or heavily oily stains. But some stains can be successfully removed at home using extra care. Always test a small, hidden area first to check for any damage or discoloration.

Suede shoes, handbags, gloves, hats and other accessories have a surface that can scuff easily and can get dirty quickly. Suede is also not simple to clean. Even if you have your suede items stain-proofed or water-proofed, they can get dirty and damaged.

If your suede clothing gets soaked, you should blot the excess water from the garment with a clean cloth towel. Allow the article to dry naturally - do not apply heat. Stuff wet suede shoes with paper so that they can hold their shape.

For major cleaning jobs, take your suede garments to a dry cleaner. For minor jobs, you can clean your suede items at home.

Difficulty: Average

Time Required: 30 minutes

Here's How:

1. Use a clean towel to rub the surface of the garment and bring up the nap.

2. Blot up any small, wet stains using a paper towel.

3. Remove any small, dry stains using a clean pencil eraser. Rub gently, being carefully not to damage the nap.

4. Use a fingernail file or a clean, dry toothbrush to gently remove any clumps of dirt or scuff marks that still remain.

5. Remove any oily stains with a degreaser suede cleaner.

6. Brush the garment gently with a suede brush to restore the nap.


What You Need

Clean towel

Paper towels

Pencil eraser

Fingernail file or toothbrush

Degreaser suede cleaner

Suede brush


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