Natural suede attracts people because of its sophisticated appearance. She looks elegant and always remains in fashion. To look after such shoes or clothes in a special way. Manufacturers offer a wide selection of paints in various forms for dyeing suede products. It is important to use these funds correctly so as not to spoil your favorite shoes, sneakers, boots or jacket.
Varieties
Suede paint is available in the form of a spray, liquid or sponge soaked in dye.
Spray is made in a special metal container with a spray.where the coloring agent is under pressure. Pressing the button sprays the substance in suede. In the absence of certain skills, it is quite difficult to stain with such a tool, and there is a high risk of harming the shoes.
Liquid paint is sold in a plastic container and is applied to the surface of a suede with a special sponge. The color palette is quite wide, you can paint the product in blue, burgundy, purple, pink, green, yellow, red or any other color. It is important to choose a shade as close as possible to the color of the shoes or clothes, otherwise the color stains will remain on the suede.
You can use special sponges that are saturated with paint. Often such a tool acts as a reducing agent and is used for shoes of black, gray, brown, dark blue, white and beige. This dye can mask contamination that cannot be washed off with suede. The tool also protects shoes from the harmful effects of moisture.
The best brands are Salamander, Dividic and Colorstar. When buying professional paint, you get these advantages:
- affordable cost of quality dye;
- paint retains its properties on shoes for a long time in all weather conditions;
- packaging with goods has instructions for use.
How to choose a remedy?
Pay attention to the form in which the paint is released. The spray is well suited for dyeing shoes, boots and shoes. The dye in the form of a cream or powder allows you to more carefully treat suede, it lasts longer on shoes. In addition, consider the special properties of the paint, its ability to repel dirt and moisture.
Choose products for coloring from well-known manufacturers and pay attention to the cost. Quality material cannot be cheap. The color of the paint is of great importance, it must match the color of the shoe. Light shades are more transparent.
Be sure to consider the texture of suede. Winter shoes and clothes have a rough pile, it is better to process them with cream paint. Such a tool is applied to the surface of a suede with a sponge or brush. You can also use funds in the form of a special foam. Women's shoes and jackets are made of thin and delicate material, so spray is the best solution.
Preparation of products for painting
Properly dyed suede at home is quite difficult. However, there are a few recommendations you can take.
- Be sure to clean your shoes or clothing before staining.
- Fill shoes with paper to make it easier to paint the surface. Such a measure will help not to spoil the inner surface of the shoe. Be sure to seal the sole, fasteners and heel with tape.
- Choose a suede dye.
- If there are places where paint has peeled off on shoes or clothes, treat them first. Wait for drying and repeat staining over the entire surface of the shoe.
Preparing a thing is to clean it of dirt. To get started, use a special suede brush to help get rid of dust. If there is no such brush, then take a regular old toothbrush with a pile of medium hardness. Grease stains can be removed with chalk, starch or talc. Pour the powder onto the place of contamination with a thin layer, leave for 2-3 hours, remove with a soft cloth.
On winter shoes salt streaks of white color are often. To remove them, mix 1 glass of water, half a tablespoon of ammonia and 1 tablespoon of any liquid soap. Mix all components and clean in this way:
- soak a clean sponge and squeeze thoroughly;
- wipe the area with stains;
- wait 5 minutes for the composition to work;
- Wipe the surface with a piece of flannel.
If the item was very dirty, then it is worth finishing the cleaning with table vinegar. Moisten a clean sponge with detergent and gently wipe the suede. Wait until it dries completely and only then proceed with staining. It is important to remove dust, dirt and grease from the surface of the suede.
How to dye suede?
At home, you can dye a variety of shoes, a jacket and other products made of suede. Often such things become dull due to prolonged use. Use products that not only decorate, but also protect suede from wear, moisture and sunlight. Before using the paint, you can apply a small amount to an inconspicuous place. So you check the reaction of suede to dye. If you use cream-paint with a sponge applicator, then proceed as follows:
- conveniently take the balloon in your hand and press it with a sponge to the surface of the material;
- gently press down to get the right amount of paint;
- sponge the dye evenly over the suede.
Colored gels and creams for staining help hide damage and defects of suede. If clothes or shoes are light in color, then the paint will help radically change the look. The tool is quite dense, so it easily overlaps the original tone.It is convenient to stain things from suede with a spray. If possible, carry out the procedure in the fresh air. You can open draft windows in the room. When working with such paint, be sure to wear protective equipment. It is important to protect the airways, eyes and hands.
Cover the floor or table with a thick film of polyethylene. Prepare a few soft rags, a sponge and a brush. Make sure your shoes or clothing is completely dry. Before staining with a spray, it is worth combing the suede with a special brush. To stain sneakers and similar shoes, proceed as follows:
- get the laces;
- seal the sole with tape to protect it from contamination;
- keep the spray at a distance of 20 cm from the suede surface and spray evenly;
- paint the tongue very carefully;
- leave the shoes flat on a flat surface until completely dry.
Jacket spraying occurs in the same way. It will be more convenient if you initially hang the thing on your shoulders and leave it there until it dries completely. When processing the boot, it is worthwhile to carefully straighten the stocking. Fill it tightly with paper or insert a special holder. The dye in the form of a spray restores the color of suede, freshens the appearance of the product. Apply paint evenly, quickly and clearly.
When used, a special cloud of gas and dye is formed, harmful substances spread in the air and settle on surrounding objects. If you are prone to allergic reactions, then you should refuse to stain suede at home.
If you want to radically change the color of the product from suede, it is worth contacting specialists. It’s easiest for them to work with dark or black material. If you still decide to change the color of the house, then apply the paint as many times as needed to achieve the desired shade. Each layer must be thoroughly dried.
In the next video you will find a comprehensive cleaning and dyeing of suede from the Academy of repair and skin painting.
