How to clean Timberlands?

Timberlands confidently occupy a leading place among footwear around the world. Millions of people prefer this brand due to its high performance, durability, convenience and stylish appearance.

But, no matter how high-quality the shoes are, they require systematic care to maintain an aesthetically beautiful appearance and maintain their reliability and frost resistance. Today we’ll talk about how to clean Timberlands at home.

Proper cleaning of Timberlands at home

Many who have purchased shoes made of nubuck or oil-nubuck mistakenly clean them according to the leather principle. But, this is not true. These materials require a special approach and knowledge of specific nuances. The main rule is systematic cleansing after every exit to the street.

Small particles, dirt and dust settle on the surface every day, and if you do not tidy up your shoes every evening, it will be very difficult to deal with the problem of dirt and stains in the future.

Important! Never wash your boots under running water.This way you will only smear the dirt, and as a result of drying, the shoes will become deformed.

Preparing shoes

It is worth understanding that nubuck and oil-nubuck Timberlands are non-leather shoes, from which you wipe off the dirt with a damp cloth and you’re done. Fifty percent of the success of high-quality cleaning depends on the preparatory stage:

1. First, dry your shoes thoroughly. The use of heating electric devices and dryers is strictly prohibited, as they deform the shoe and make the material hard. It is best to dry your boots in a well-ventilated area or outdoors, but always in the shade. Direct sunlight will cause the color to fade.

Important! Before putting your shoes out to dry, we recommend inserting spacers into them or stuffing them tightly with paper/newspaper. This little trick will help prevent the shoe from becoming deformed during drying.

2. After the timberland has completely dried - Let's proceed to the second step - dry cleaning. Take a fairly stiff brush and use sweeping movements to remove dirt from the surface. It is better to purchase a brush special for cleaning these materials, but, at worst, a toothbrush will do.

Remember! In the preparatory stage, contact of shoes with water is excluded - only dry cleaning. If this is not done, then during processing you will simply smear dirt over the surface.

Cleaning Nubuck Timberlands

Nubuck is similar in appearance to suede, but has an increased level of water resistance. If you purchased nubuck Timberlands, you should immediately take care of special water-repellent products that can be purchased at any store or supermarket.

Important! You should only treat a clean surface each time before going outside.

But, you should understand that these sprays are not a panacea, and can only save you from moisture.

Dirt, dust and damage You can remove it using the following simple steps:

• Always take a shoe brush with youso that in case of contamination, clean the surface immediately. Next, wipe with a damp cloth or napkin and let dry.
• If the dirt was still able to “get” deeper and managed to dry, then you will need soap suds, salt and the same brush. Make a solution of foam and salt, apply it to the surface. You shouldn't rub it right away. Wait until the liquid is absorbed and dries. Only after this can you begin dry brushing.
• Scratches on shoes significantly spoil the appearance of Timberlands, but we also found a solution to this problem. An ordinary eraser (eraser) comes into play. Walk it over the scratched areas, applying a little force, and not a trace will remain of the flaw.

Advice! In order to refresh the appearance of your shoes, experts recommend using an eraser monthly to treat the entire surface. Take note if you want timberland to always be like new!

Made from oil nubuck

Oil nubuck is a relatively new material, endowed with resistance to stains thanks to special impregnation. But this does not mean that you can wander through puddles and mud in them. After all, if the dirt is absorbed and the resulting stain is not dealt with in time, then it will be almost impossible to do this in the future.

Remember a couple of simple rules:

• Always carry a cleaning brush and use it at the slightest dirt.
• It is possible and even necessary to wipe oil-nubuck Timberlands with a damp cloth.
• Once a month, treat the surface with an eraser or a special silicone brush.
• Don't forget about aerosol products designed for daily care. Sprays will help preserve the original appearance of shoes and their performance characteristics.

Important! When purchasing a new aerosol, always test it on an inconspicuous area of ​​the boot and only after that proceed with the full treatment.

Cleaning Rules

In order for Timberlands to last for more than one year, You should remember a few basic rules for care:

Under no circumstances should you wash it under running water.. Otherwise, the shoes may become deformed.

For severe contamination, the use of stain removers and other chemicals is allowed.. But, the products should be applied to a brush or sponge, and not to the surface, and only after dry cleaning.

Choose care products exclusively for nubuck or oil-nubuck. Expensive, high-quality and world-famous aerosols, creams, etc. for leather products, leave them for another occasion!

Express drying on radiators and using other heating elements is prohibited! It is better to leave it to dry naturally in a well-ventilated area.

Advice! To ensure that the cleaning is not in vain, and the result lasts longer, we recommend that as a final step, treat the shoes with water-repellent impregnations and aerosols.

Old stains on shoes

Old stains on shoes are a huge problem that is not easy to deal with.

It is possible to get rid of old contaminants only with the help of a solvent.

Important! The method is radical, and the result is unpredictable. Therefore, the most logical thing to do is simply paint over the defect using a special spray.

Is it possible to restore nubuck?

There is no clear answer to the question. It all depends on the degree of contamination.If the areas are quite small and barely noticeable, then a rubber brush or eraser will come to the rescue. Just rub the areas well and the nubuck will “fluff” again.

If the congestion zones are strong, you can resort to the second method. You will need a stiff brush, an eraser and steam. Heat a pan of water and hold the shoe at a distance of thirty centimeters for several minutes. After this, go over it thoroughly first with an eraser, and then with a stiff brush. Under the influence of high temperatures and humidity, the villi will fluff up.

Important! Don't overdo it or use excessive force. Otherwise, you will not restore the timberland coating, but will render the shoes unusable.

Timberlands are stylish, versatile and at the same time “picky” shoes. It requires systematic, comprehensive care in order to maintain its original appearance and characteristics. But, knowing a few tricks, everyone can cope with this!