Give new life to your suede shoes with these common items

Suede shoes and boots in the winter are really popular. Many people love that matte look of suede but unfortunately, elements like rain or dirt aren’t particularly kind to them. A few spots of water can leave marks and if it gets completely wet, the suede can get flat and then hardened.

Instead of sending your suede boots to a cobbler, why not try these hacks first?

Treat a liquid spill with talcum powder or corn meal 
Pat the area with liquid spill using a clean towel and then apply a layer of corn meal or talcum powder. Let it set overnight, and then brush the suede the following day with a suede brush to remove the dried powder.

Treat dried stains with white vinegar, eraser and emery board
For dried stains, like dirt, rub off the dirt with a kneaded eraser or an emery board. For heavy stains, blot them with a small amount of white vinegar using a clean towel. Repeat until you see your stain disappear. This works for both water and salt stains.

Bring your suede back to life with a toothbrush
Does your suede look tired and flattened? All you need to do is scrub it with a clean toothbrush or terrycloth towel. If the condition is worse, hold your shoe above steam for a few seconds, and then brush it. You can use steam from a teakettle or steam iron.

But whatever you do, don’t clean suede with water because doing that can affect both the colour and texture of suede.

Here’s a vide0 if you need more ideas…

Do you have suede shoes?