What is oiled nubuck?

Nubuck is a natural leather obtained by tanning the hides of cattle, characterized by a finely fleecy outer side and a smoothly polished internal surface. This material is very popular when sewing shoes and bags. It looks extremely attractive and expensive. Boots and nubuck boots add solidity and nobility to the look.

What is oiled nubuck?

There are several varieties of this material, one of which is oiled nubuck or nubuck-oil, as it is also called. This is the same natural material, but treated during the production process with special impregnations to protect against moisture.

One of the advantages of such fabric is its ease of care. It is noteworthy that boots or a bag made of oiled nubuck also require care, but are less capricious in contrast to their untreated counterpart.

Important! This material is more resistant to adverse external influences and more resistant to wear.At the same time, its external qualities and basic properties remain unchanged.

What are its properties?

Although when treated with special oils, the velvety quality of the material is still slightly lost, it still remains very attractive and beautiful. In addition, this fabric has a number of unique properties:

• softness (due to abrasive processing, the material becomes elastic and resilient);
• durability (made leather is wear-resistant and, with proper care, lasts for several seasons);
• waterproofness (this is the main property that manufacturers of such material strive for).

Although it is practically indistinguishable from natural nubuck, it still differs from untreated fabric in its unusual heaviness and less velvety feel. But this in no way detracts from its beauty and excellent performance properties.

He also has high breathability, which allows the owner of such shoes to feel comfortable. It does not retain moisture, removing it outside, and perfectly maintains a comfortable microclimate.

Advantages of shoes made of hydrophobic nubuck

The main advantage among other materials for making shoes and accessories is its resistance to moisture. This is what makes it strong and durable. Boots made from oiled material will be heavier, but will retain their appearance for a long time.

Thanks to moisture resistance, the care of such shoes is also simplified. They do not absorb moisture, dry easily and clean faster. Although the issue of caring for boots made of nubuck oil has its own nuances. Which must be taken into account when buying a pair.

Important! When going to the store to buy a pair of boots made of this material, you need to clearly understand how to care for such shoes and be prepared for thorough and almost daily cleaning of the boots.

How to care for such shoes?

To ensure that shoes or boots always look attractive, Immediately after purchasing a pair, you need to purchase high-quality cosmetics for nubuck shoes. Any shoe store is ready to offer them.

In order to always look attractive and preserve the original appearance of your boots for a long time, you need get a special brush for this material. It should be double sided with iron teeth and a rubber side. Special shampoos, erasers and protective sprays are also needed.

Caring for such shoes is quite difficult and troublesome, but the effect is worth it; shoes made of genuine leather always look expensive and attractive, creating a noble and respectable image.