How to color sneakers in a different color 🥝 how to color and recolor

It is sad to admit it, but over time, any shoes wear out. But if you can still wear it, then its appearance causes great doubt that you will ever wear it again. However, a couple who has lost an attractive appearance can still be put in order. Therefore, now we will tell you how to paint the sneakers so that they look like they just bought.

Yes, this is a doable task. Of course, you can contact the nearest shoe store, where you will pick up the paint of the desired color, depending on the type of material. But you can do it yourself, because the presence of a large assortment of coloring agents for shoes completely allows this.

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Shoe preparation

Before you start painting sneakers, you need to prepare them. To do this, follow these steps:

• Thoroughly wash your shoes from dust and dirt, and also remove the remnants of shoe polish and wax.
• After washing and completely drying, degrease the entire surface or individual areas that you intend to restore.

Important! Special cleaners will help you to cope with these procedures qualitatively, however, you can use improvised materials, for example, a solution of laundry soap with the addition of ammonia.

• Now dry your sneakers thoroughly - always in a natural way.

Important! Do not dry the steam on batteries or electric heaters.

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Paint selection

Many people ask themselves: how to paint white sneakers, because white is more moody than black? Depending on the material of the shoe and the result that you want to get, you need to buy a special paint for shoes.

It can be in the form of a ready-made paint on an aqueous or other basis, in the form of a spray or a powder coloring substance, which will need to be prepared in order to obtain a solution ready for use.

Important! To apply the decor, you can use acrylic paint for shoes. In modern hardware stores, there is a huge selection of paints for shoes, so you can choose a product of both domestic and foreign manufacturers.

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Shoe color

Paint sneakers at home is not difficult if you follow certain rules:

• Prepare a place where you will be engaged in coloring - away from food and children, preferably - outdoors.

Important! Often, the paint has a very unpleasant and pungent odor. Therefore, if you work indoors, then it should be well ventilated.

• Cover the floor with paper or polyethylene.
• Depending on the type of paint, apply it to the surface of the shoe with a brush, sponge or brush. Try to apply a thin layer of paint evenly.

Important! Before applying, be sure to carefully read the instructions for use.

• After staining, it is necessary to evaluate the result, carefully look to see if there are any unpainted areas.
• If the result is completely satisfactory, leave the sneakers to completely absorb and dry the paint.

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Features of staining suede shoes

Suede shoes It always looks rich and very impressive. But nothing lasts forever, and over time it loses its beautiful appearance: it may fade and rub. However, such shoes can be transformed by restoring them using special paint for suede.

To do this, you can use the above procedure, making sure in advance that the paint is designed specifically for suede and carefully reading the instructions.

Important! Remember to wear gloves so as not to damage the skin on your hands.

Areas where, over time, the shoes began to shine or rubbed, you need to pay special attention to carefully walk through them with a small brush.

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Features of staining leather shoes or leatherette

Leather products, as well as leather products, are the easiest to stain, since the paint lays on such a surface easily, evenly and neatly.

Important! If necessary, shoes can be painted completely or some of its individual parts.

Thus, painting sneakers should not cause you any difficulties:

• For partial staining, it is recommended to seal the contour using, for example, paper tape. This will help you get a clear and even line. Then you can use the above-described coloring algorithm.
• As a rule, paint for leather products is in a creamy or liquid form, so pour it from the bubble into a more convenient container, mix it well and apply to the surface of the sneakers, paying special attention to seams and joints.

Important! Try to dye your shoes at a time without being distracted to avoid streaks and stains.

• After the paint is completely dry, apply the care products on the surface of the shoe - oil, cream or wax.

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How to paint rubber boots?

Sometimes the question arises: is it possible to paint rubber boots, because such shoes were invented for rainy seasons to withstand water? This material is quite problematic to paint, however, nevertheless, you can still create an individual and creative design or eliminate any defects:

• For these purposes, you can use paint-enamel, acrylic paint or any other designed for rubber products, check with the seller.
• Before painting, be sure to wash the rubber boots and wipe them dry with a cloth.

Important! Unlike leather shoes, rubber should not be rubbed with alcohol, as this can deteriorate.

• To apply the original drawing or pattern, you can use a ready-made stencil or make it yourself.
• After painting, rubber boots should preferably be left to dry for at least a couple of days.

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How to color sneakers?

If your fabric loafers, slip-ons or sneakers were originally white, but over time they lost the color purity or were just tired of you, then you can easily transform them.

To do this, you need the following:

• A container for painting so large that the sneaker fits freely in it.
• Old toothbrush or sponge.
• Gloves for hands.
• Vinegar.
• Vaseline.
• Soda.
• Clean wipes and rags.

So, as soon as you prepare everything you need, you can begin to paint directly:

1. Dissolve the paint according to the instructions in water.
2. Lubricate the rubber parts generously with Vaseline and lower the sneakers into the paint.
3. Leave them like that for 5-10 minutes, then pull them out and dip them in a container of water and vinegar to fix the color.
4. After that, rinse the shoes thoroughly under running water until they are completely transparent.
5. Dry the sneakers in the air and rinse the petroleum jelly with napkins and soda.

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So, to paint the sneakers, thereby giving them a second life - is quite real. You can even paint the sole! Anyone can handle this task. As a result, you will receive an updated pair of your favorite shoes, which will last you some more time.