Reddit reviews Kiwi Suede Protector, 4.25oz

This is for smooth leather ONLY. If your bag is nubuck, it will ruin it by causing the small fibers that create the soft finish to lay flat. Get a cleaner that is specifically for suede or nubuck- it will be a spray or a soft sponge. Like this.

I use Kiwi suede protector every 4 weeks or so, brush as needed. Suede isn't as hardy as other leathers, but also doesn't need to be babied.

I think /u/pizzaplanet is right, those look like suede. The beeswax technique works great on canvas, but I think it would severely damage your shoes. I would recommend using a spray made specifically for suede shoes. You can find cheap versions, like this Kiwi Suede Protector on Amazon for about $5.

On the soles? Or just the shoe in general?

On Nubuck/Durabuck/Suede I use this: http://www.amazon.com/Kiwi-Suede-Protector-4-25oz/dp/B001333OZQ

On Mesh I used the same thing except the "all-purpose" version.

Leather cleans pretty easily so I don't really bother, but I will use leather conditioner if the leather is looking dried out (Amor-All Leather conditioner great and is cheap).

Unfortunately, the best way to prevent stains is to treat your shoes with a waterproofing spray before they get wet. Leather is actually pretty resistant to light cleaning. Try some mild soap (like hand soap or diluted dish soap) and an old toothbrush. Scrub the dark spots with soapy water, and then wipe them down with a soft cloth/paper towel. Once everything is completely dry, spray your shoes down with a non-silicone-based water-proofer and your shoes will be protected from further staining/damage.

Ugh, I have such trouble with suede shoes. And it seems like almost every cute boot at DSW is suede now!! I don't think you're doing anything wrong, they're just a pain in the butt to keep clean. Growing up my parents always used a product like this https://amzn.to/2POgyts to protect them, but I can't remember if it really helped. The reviews on it seem pretty good.

http://www.amazon.com/Kiwi-Suede-Protector-4-25oz/dp/B001333OZQ

Selling Sand Suede Clarks Bushacre IIs Size 10

Condition: Worn once for 15 mins, slightly too big for me. Kiwi Suede protector sprayed already

Picture if requested

Price: $70 Shipped OBO

Will include the rest of the Kiwi suede protector

I usually use a waterproofing spray on suede or synthetic shoes. Here is one example, though I can't really recommend a specific brand. Shoe stores usually sell these sprays.

While that seems very warm, I actually bought this peacoat and found it to be very warm and i wore it with about everything I owned. I go to URI, so the entire campus is a hill of ice. I was able to get away with clarks because the weather was mild this winter, but my boots are a pair of hand me down red wings from my dad. Those aren't them, but they are similar. I love them. Never once had water seep into my boots. You will be able to pull out less extreme boots most of the time so as for waterproofing your shoes, this goes a long way. That goes for all shoes, even in the summer you never know if your sperrys will get wet. If you have any other questions feel free to PM me.

You can get suede protector spray that works really well in keeping your suede stain free:

http://www.amazon.com/Johnson-Inc-202-000-Kiwi-Protector/dp/B001333OZQ

I'm just learning about this stuff, but you can waterproof your suede shoes. Water and suede really doesn't mix well.

Getting a suede brush to get the dirt off wouldn't hurt but make sure you only brush in one direction because I've heard you can mess up the suede otherwise.

This one. However, none of my suede shoes have gotten dirty yet so I can't tell you if it helped or not. :( Just bought it based on reviews.

awesome. thanks.
It's my first stain, so I was a bit overprotective. I will keep some character, but right now I feel like I look like an idiot.

Have you ever tried a suede protector like this?

Generally, avoid water/snow/salt. Specifically, spray them with this every now and again.

I have the same pair. You can spray them if you want to help protect them from water. I use Kiwi suede protector. If you get marks on them, use a suede brush. You really don't need to baby them as desert boots like fine a little roughed up. And wear them with anything really (except black). Anything short of a suit is probably okay which is why they get suggested so often.