There are cracks when leather shoes are dry.You can recondition the leather if the cracks are not fixable.To treat a crack, clean the shoes to remove as much debris as possible.To hide the cracks, use a leather filler.Use leather conditioners and other products to keep your shoes moist.It is possible to blend in cracks and prevent new ones from forming.
Step 1: If you see mold on the shoes, brush it off.
If you notice green spots on the shoes, you'll have to make repairs.The mold can get into your home if you don't take the shoes outside.You can scrub the spots with a brush or cloth.If you have a hard time getting rid of the green spots, put the towel or brush in warm water.After using the brush or towel, throw it away.An old toothbrush is a great tool to use.When you're done, you can dispose of it.The storage area should be checked for mold.In warm or damp storage areas, the spores grow.It's a good idea to add bleach to the water.
Step 2: Use a damp cloth or brush to wipe off the dirt.
You can use a cotton cloth, microfiber cloth or scrub brush.Place your scrubber in warm water.The entire shoe should be wiped from top to bottom.To lightly clean it, repeat this with the other shoe.Make sure the cloth or brush is dry.It is not meant to be soaked in water.A light coating helps the cleaner you use next.
Step 3: The leather cleaner should be spread evenly over the shoes.
There are many alternatives to saddle soap for cleaning damaged leather.If you want to scrub the shoes in a circular motion, you should dip a shoe dauber or cotton cloth into the soap.The leather will lighten in color as the lather draws out dirt.The leather should be dry and flexible before being scrubbed.It's a good idea to avoid cleaning leather shoes with a lot of lye.If you want a product specifically designed for shoes, make your own.You can find any leather treatment product you need online.You can check at your nearest general, home improvement store or place that specializes in leather goods.A leather maintenance kit is an option.A good kit contains everything you need.
Step 4: The leather should be wiped dry with a cloth.
The dirt, cleaner, and water can be removed with another cotton or microfiber cloth.The leather should be rubbed in a circular motion.The cracks should be paid particular attention to.To make sure you get any dirt hiding in the cracks, scrub those areas with a little extra strength.The cleaner could be left to dry overnight.If you use saddle soap, check the manufacturer's recommendations for other products.If you plan on working on your shoes right away, you should dry them by hand.
Step 5: Newspaper or rags should be put into the shoes.
Roll the rags up or cram the newspaper into balls.Leaving as little empty space as possible, fill the shoes completely.Stuffing the shoes keeps their shape while you work on them.The towel or newspaper absorb any water that leaks inside.If you put the shoes in storage, consider also stuffing them.
Step 6: The leather needs to be rehydrated.
You don't need anything other than your fingers to apply the oil.Most other moisturizers have to be applied with a brush or cloth.The cracks should be spread with the moisturizer first.To make them less severe, push the moisturizer down into the cracks.It helps the leather absorb the oil by heating it slightly.Take the time to rehydrate both shoes because cleaning leather with soap dries it out.Don't neglect other areas if you focus on the cracks.Some people prefer bottled moisturizers because they last longer and offer more protection.These products are usually made with natural oils.Purchase a product at a store that sells leather products.
Step 7: Most cracks can be filled with a sponge.
Water-basedAcrylics blend in medium to deep cracks.To get the compound into the crack, use a sponge.If you want to fill massive cracks, use a plastic knife.The material must be even with the surface of the leather to fill the crack.You can't fix leather.The leather fibers pull apart and make the cracks permanent.The best way to hide cracks is to fill them.
Step 8: The leather should be dry for at least 30 minutes.
The drying time depends on how much you had to apply to the skin.It takes no longer than 24 hours for the leather to completely dry.It takes about 30 minutes to solidify deep cracks.You should consult the manufacturer's instructions on the product you use.Wait for the material to solidify before adding more.
Step 9: To finish filling in the cracks, use more filler.
To find out how well it blends in with the leather around it, check each crack.Go back and see if it's still there.To level out the crack, add more of the material.Wait for the filler to dry before you continue.
Step 10: To buff the smooth, use 220-grit sandpaper.
Light but steady pressure is applied to the treated areas.If you want the cracks to blend in with the leather, scrub them.If everything is going well, wipe your shoes off again with a dry rag.Only fine-grit sandpaper is used.New scratches to your shoes can be caused by using anything coarser.
Step 11: If your shoes are discolored, use a shoe cream.
If you want to Polish the leather, you can use a shoe dauber or cotton cloth.Work the cream into the leather.If you want to add color to leather, make sure you choose a color that you don't mind wearing.Pick a cream that matches the color of your shoes.Creams work well on repaired cracks, but you can also use them to color the rest of the leather.
Step 12: The shoes should be washed with a clean cotton cloth.
To get the leather back to its normal state, use a cotton or microfiber cloth.Rub the leather with small motions at the top of the shoes.To get them to look the same, buff both shoes.The leather of the shoe should be treated the same as the rest.The shoes should be looked at again to see how they look.The cracks will not be visible with proper treatment.As necessary, use more products.
Step 13: It's a good idea to treat your shoes with a leather conditioner once a week.
After the repairs are done, is a good time to start conditioning.If you want to avoid working dirt into the leather, use a clean cotton or microfiber cloth.Apply the conditioner in a thin, even layer, buffing the leather with small, circular motions.You need to cover one part of the shoe at a time.Leather is an animal material and needs regular oiling.Regular conditioning prevents old cracks from reappearing.