Boot Cleaning Advice from Dublin

Whether you use your riding boots every day or just for show, taking care of them will make them more comfortable and last longer. To protect and care for your leather boots we recommend 5 steps:

1. Clean - wipe your boots with a damp cloth after each use to remove dust, dirt, or any liquids they may have been exposed to whilst being worn.
2. Dry - once cleaned always leave your boots to dry naturally away from direct heat
3. Condition - use a sponge and apply a leather conditioner to soften and moisturize your boots. After a few minutes, the leather will have absorbed what it can, and you can wipe any remaining conditioner off.
4. Polish – Use beeswax or boot polish (check the color is right first) and rub into the boots with a soft cloth and leave to dry thoroughly. Once dry, buff shine.
5. Weatherproof - use a weatherproofing spray to help protect against future dirt and water stains.

Remember:

• Always test conditioners, polish, and weatherproofers on a small inconspicuous area before you cover the whole boot. Always follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
• Do not apply conditioners, polish, and weatherproofers to suede, nubuck, or distressed leather boots as they can alter the look of the leather.