subject: Proper Care Of Suede Emu Boots [print this page] Winter is closing in and as your toes get chillier it's time to begin thinking about your Emu boots. It's tough to look cool with dirty attire so you will certainly need to give them an overdue servicing.
The actual process to clean Emu boots is unbelievably effortless nonetheless you should take note of a few things. Depending on the style, the material with which the boot is crafted will vary. The budget boots inclusive of the Bronte utilise a suede material, which can be cleaned easily using the techniques highlighted below.
Ensure you read the tags before you continue as cleaning the sheepskin fabric used on higher end Emu boots is an altogether different operation.
For everyday protection of your Emu boots, apply a waterproofing agent to the outer fabric. These are available in a spray form from almost all shoe retailers and these will help to stop water damage and prevent marking.
Suede is an extremely fragile material and should never be put in a washing machine. In the case of staining, placing your Emu boots in the washing machine is likely to discolor the material and ruin the suppleness of the fabric. You would be distraught if you ruined your favorite footwear!
Instead of using the washing machine, a small amount of specialised cleaner will clean any spots from the suede upper layer. Emu Australia does sell cleaning kits, but any other kit will do. Any specialised shoe shop will sell suede cleaner. If uncertain ask one of the staff. Emu Australia also offers a specialised cleaning kit. Before you apply any product, brush away any big clumps of solid dirt. Ensure the upper layer is void of as much dry dirt as feasible by brushing it off. Utilizing a delicate suede brush with some suede cleaner and a dash of water, gently brush the surface of the boot. Gently clean the affected areas with a gentle brush and a mixture of H2O and suede cleaner. It's vital to use some water because applying cleaner straight onto the material can create discoloring. Make sure not to leave out the water! Suede cleaner applied straight onto suede frequently causes patches of discoloring.
After you have removed the spots, take a clean damp cloth and pass over the affected areas. After any stains have disappeared, wipe the surface of the boot with a moist cloth. This will remove the remaining residue and ensures the boots come away good and clean. Any leftover residue is taken off and the boots will dry looking brand new.
At this point you should stuff the interior of the boots with some old newspaper. Before putting the boots out to dry, stuff the interior with balls of newspaper. This should help to maintain the structure of the shoe during the drying process. In doing so the boot will hold it's original form. Place your boots in a warm dry place with plenty of ventilation. Put the cleaned boots in a warm and well vented location. Make sure not to place them in the sun or close to a heater as this can lead to discoloring or mis-shaping of the boot. Exposing the boots to extreme heat like the sun or a heater can harm your boots so avoid this if at all possible. Leave the boots for a few hours giving them time to dry completely. Be sure to let the boots dry completely. This will take at least a few hours.
The final step before you can slide them on again is to waterproof the fabric. Once dry they will almost be ready to go. Now you just need to waterproof them. A gentle spraying with a water repellent will help protect them from harm when wearing your Emu boots outside in the winter weather. The winter weather can be harsh to your Emu boots but a quick finish with a water repellent will make sure they are well guarded all wintertime.
