Patent leather shoes

Patent leather products have been and remain a trendy element of clothing. The chic shine and presentable appearance are not all the characteristics thanks to which patent leather shoes, shoes and sandals are very popular. Beautiful patent leather shoes are found in the shoe cabinet not only for women, but also for many men. Shine polished to shine gives style and makes an image complete. But unfortunately, due to improper care on the shoes, scratches, abrasions very quickly appear, the coating becomes dull. Many, for this reason, refuse to purchase such choosy shoes in their care, preferring ordinary leather material. In our article we will tell you how to care for patent leather shoes at home in order to preserve its presentable appearance for a long time.

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Daily care for patent leather shoes:

• During socks, dust settles on the shoes, making the surface dull. This is especially evident in sunny weather - then the dust is very allocated on the shoes. To remove dust, wipe them with a flannel or other soft cloth from time to time from time to time.
• Each time you return from the street, wipe your boots from dust and dirt. Treat with a cotton swab, soft sponge or cloth.

Important! Dust and dirt adversely affect the lacquer coating - further cracks and micro-scratches may appear.

• If the dirt has dried or hardened on the varnish, moisten the cloth or sponge in warm water, soften the dirt and only then remove it from the surface.

Important! When removing dirt, you should not exert much effort - fine sand can leave scratches on the shoes.

• Fill the inside of the shoe with crumpled newspapers or insert special pads to maintain the shape of the boots.
• Leave to dry patent leather boots and boots at room temperature in a well-ventilated area.

Important! Drying wet, patent leather shoes with a battery or using electric dryers is strictly prohibited. Subsequently, such drying on the surface of the shoes may crack, the shoes lose their shape.

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Features of care for patent shoes

Patented shoes retain their shine and appearance for a long time thanks to careful wear and timely proper care. To a greater extent, the appearance of your shoes depends on the weather in which you wear them:

• The skin does not tolerate severe frosts, therefore it is advisable to shoe boots and patent leather shoes at a temperature of at least -10 degrees Celsius. At low temperatures, the lacquer surface becomes hard, cracks appear at the bends.

Important! In the cold season, wear shoes 10-15 minutes before going outside so that the material is heated and there are no cracks in the cold. And when the temperature drops below zero, give preference to other shoes. If this is the season you are planning to purchase this one, we suggest you read our following articles:

• How to choose good quality winter boots?
• How to choose ugg boots?

• Rainy autumn weather also negatively affects the surface of the shoes.From excess moisture and dampness, the shoe loses its luster, is deformed and does not look aesthetically pleasing.
• The hot summer heat is, again, inappropriate weather for fashion shows in patent leather shoes. Wearing patent sandals at an air temperature above 25 degrees is not recommended.

Important! Leather is a very flexible material that deforms under the influence of temperature, and the lacquer coating can melt. Therefore, it is better to buy the appropriate shoes or use our workshops to do-it-yourself sandals.

• Patent shoes, unlike ordinary leather, do not allow enough air to pass through, so sweating of the legs intensifies in hot weather. If you suffer from excessive sweating, it is not advisable to wear products made of such material in the summer. Otherwise, your shoes may be damaged.

Important! Before shod shoes, treat your feet with special products that slow down sweat. If you still haven’t had to use one, click on the link to the article with an overview the best remedies for sweat and smell of feet and shoes.

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Traditional methods for the care of patent leather

If you purchased a patent leather product, you need to know how to care for patent leather shoes at home. In order for the initial shine of the boot to please you for a long time, you should constantly polish the product, especially if you wear shoes in bad weather. Such actions can enhance the resistance of the coating to negative factors.

Shoe polishing takes place in several stages:

1. Use a soft flannel cloth to clean the surface of the boots from dirt and dust.

Important! Do not use excessive force during the cleaning process; small grains of dust can leave deep scratches on a delicate surface.

2. Dry the shoes inside - to do this, twist the roller from the rumpled newspaper and place it in the boot.
3. Take a cotton pad or soft cloth, soak in olive oil and apply a thin layer of varnish.
4. Leave the shoes for 10-15 minutes for better oil exposure.
5. After the specified time, remove excess oil from the skin.
6. Take a clean piece of flannel or wool.
7. In a circular motion, start polishing the surface.

Important! Shoes should be polished until oil stains completely disappear by gently pressing on the fabric. Carefully polish cracks and scratches.

8. If you do not use olive oil in your home, you can use glycerin, petroleum jelly, or castor oil as an alternative. You will find all these ingredients in the pharmacy.

Important! Patent leather is a rather specific material, and shoes made of it are also not suitable for all clothes. To make it easy to create a harmonious look, check out the helpful tips, what to wear patent leather shoes.

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Restore the luster of patent leather shoes

As already mentioned, in the process of wearing, shoes lose their dazzling luster. To replace it, the surface becomes dull and unpresentable. There are simple methods by which your favorite pair of shoes will sparkle with renewed vigor.

Egg white:

1. In a shallow container, separate the egg white, add the powdered sugar, beat thoroughly.

Important! Use powdered sugar - it will most quickly dissolve in protein without residue. The use of sugar is undesirable, since grains that do not dissolve can leave scratches on the shoes.

2. Treat the surface of the shoes with the resulting fluid.
3. Flannel or woolly polish the product carefully.

Important! Egg white will not only quickly restore lost shine, but also additionally create a water-repellent invisible shell.

Turpentine

An effective and effective method to restore the gloss of a glossy surface is the use of turpentine:

1. In a small container, put 3 tablespoons of turpentine, add the egg yolk and half a tablespoon of castor oil to it.
2. Thoroughly mix all components until smooth.
3. Treat the resulting mixture to the varnish surface.
4. Leave the shoes for a while so that the product is absorbed.
5. Finally, polish the shoes with a soft cloth.

Milk

Milk has substances that are useful not only for the human body. Fats, which are contained in milk, can restore the gloss of the glossy surface of shoes.

Processing Method:

1. Heat a small amount of milk.
2. Moisten a cotton pad, treat the surface of the boots.

Important! Milk should not be hot; the best effect can be achieved with warm cow's milk.

3. Dry your boots and polish them.

Important! The procedure should be repeated several times a week.

Tea or coffee

For dark patent shoes, use strong brewed tea or coffee. Processing by such means contributes to the long-term preservation of color and gloss of a dark glossy coating.

Important! Tea and coffee are not suitable for processing light skin tones, subsequently - the coating will darken.

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How to clean lacquered shoes? Special tools

In shoe boutiques or household chemical stores, you can also purchase products specifically designed to care for the glossy surface of shoes. Well-known brands that produce products for the care of ordinary skin have created a special composition for delicate patent leather. You can choose the right product by reading the instructions for use, and special marking on the package will help you purchase the product, taking into account the characteristics of your shoes.

A series of products for patent leather:

• Salamander Lack Polish shoe polish;
• Collonil Lack Polish polishing cream;
• Collonil Lack Mousse Shine Repair Spray;
• Saphir Polish;
• Solitaire restoring oil for the skin.

Important! Please note that some brands produce a specific series of glossy surface care products with a metallic or mother of pearl effect.

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Recommendations for the care of patent leather shoes

Shoes, boots or boots made of varnished material do not always deteriorate from weather conditions or the process of socks. There are situations when the owner of such a thing, because of ignorance of the rules of processing and leaving, can spoil an expensive thing through his own fault. So that this situation does not happen to you, you should know what should not be used on patent leather.

Prohibited actions, items and means for the care of patent leather shoes:

• Brushes with bristles of different stiffness are not suitable for use on the glossy surface of shoes. During processing, the bristles leave micro-scratches. Over time, they can turn into deep cracks, which, unfortunately, cannot be eliminated.
• Shoe care products that include gasoline, acetone or white spirit. Varnish is a very thin and delicate coating, from processing with such a tool it can burst or melt.
• Avoid using silicone sponges. The components of silicone destroy the structure of the varnish coating.
• Cream or spray for regular skin is also not suitable for use on a varnish surface. Otherwise, spots or loss of gloss may appear.
• Drying shoes made of this material is strictly prohibited on batteries, radiators, stoves and other sources of heat.
• If a tear of patent leather occurs, do not glue it on your own. In most cases, this permanently spoils the shoes.

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Features of storing shoes

Proper care of patent leather boots and shoes does not always consist in observing the rules for cleaning and wearing the product. An important factor in maintaining the appearance of the shoe is its proper storage.

How to store such things? - There are no complex requirements, it is enough to adhere to such recommendations:

• For long-term storage, lacquered shoes should be packed in cardboard boxes with a special hole for air ventilation.Paper creates an optimal climate for storage, so shoes are not deformed in the packaging for a long time.
• It is advisable to leave boxes with shoes away from warm batteries or places with high dampness. For storage, the lower shelves of the cabinet, mezzanine or pantry will not work - in these places moisture is most increased.
• Choose a roomy storage box so that a pair of boots does not touch each other. Otherwise, the varnish may stick or tarnish.
• Before putting in the box, pack each shoe in a separate shoe bag, special paper, nylon stockings or pantyhose.

Important! In this case, you should not use the newspaper - the text from it can be printed on the shoes.

• Plastic bags are another item that must be discarded. In a closed bag, an unfavorable climate for boots is formed.
• Metal heels or heels must be wrapped with a soft cloth, do the same with the decorative elements on the shoes.

Important! Before packing your shoes in a storage box, clean it of dirt, treat it with special or home-made products. And our tips will help you organize practical and convenient shoe storage.

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Due to its luster, patent leather gives the product a refined and elegant look. Special technology for applying varnish makes shoes made of this material vulnerable to weather conditions. Observing the rules and recommendations for caring for such shoes, your favorite pair of shoes, boots or sandals will delight you with their dazzling brilliance and perfect condition for a long time to come.