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How to use
Step-by-step guide
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Start with clean, dry shoes — protector seals in whatever is already on the surface
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Remove laces and brush away loose dirt and dust
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Test on a hidden spot, let it dry, and check for any change in colour
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Hold the can 6–8 inches away and mist in light, even passes
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Let the first coat dry, then apply a second light coat
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Cure away from direct heat or sunlight before wearing
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Reapply after heavy rain, after every deep clean, or every few weeks of wear
Pro tips
Care tips
- Protect new shoes before the first wear — preventing a stain is far easier than removing one
- Match the product to the material: spray for suede, nubuck, canvas and knit; boot wax for smooth leather
- Never spray wet or dirty shoes — clean and dry first
- Two light coats beat one heavy coat; heavy spraying can blotch suede
- Spray outdoors or somewhere well ventilated
- Cleaning strips the barrier, so always re-protect afterwards
- Water beading on the surface means it's still working; water soaking in means reapply
- Protection resists water and stains — it doesn't make footwear waterproof
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Questions
Frequently asked questions
What does a shoe protector spray actually do?
It leaves an invisible barrier on the fibres so water and spills bead on the surface instead of soaking in, giving you time to blot them away. It resists water and stains rather than making footwear fully waterproof.
Will it darken suede or change the colour?
Applied in light, even coats it's designed not to change colour, but suede and nubuck vary. Test on a hidden area — inside the heel or under the tongue — and let it dry before doing the whole shoe.
How often should I reapply?
After every deep clean, after heavy rain or snow, and otherwise every few weeks of regular wear. When water stops beading and starts soaking in, the barrier has worn off.
Can I use it on sneakers, canvas and knit?
Yes. Use the Sneaker Protector Spray for sneaker uppers and the Fabric Stain Protector Spray for canvas, mesh and knit.
Should I protect brand-new shoes?
Yes — treating them before the first wear is the most effective thing you can do. A protected shoe releases dirt that would otherwise set into the fibres.
What's the difference between protector spray and boot wax?
Spray suits porous materials like suede, nubuck, canvas and knit, and leaves the texture unchanged. Boot Wax Waterproofer is for smooth leather and conditions while it repels water.
Do I still need to clean if I use protector?
Yes. Protector buys you time, but dirt still builds up — and spraying over dirt seals it in. Clean, dry fully, then re-protect.
Can I protect leather boots?
Smooth leather does better with Boot Wax Waterproofer or mink oil, which repel water while conditioning the leather. Keep the sprays for suede, nubuck and fabric.
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