How to Clean Suede
Suede is softer than leather, and can easily get dirty and water-stained, so properly clean your suede to keep its unique look.
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No matter what you spilled on your clothes or furnishings, we can tell you how to get it out.
You Will Need
- A soft towel
- A suede brush
- Suede cleaning solution
- Vinegar
- Water
- A suede eraser
- A professional cleaner
- A pencil eraser (optional)
Steps
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Step 1
Rub stain with bath towel
Rub the stained area with a soft towel.
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Step 2
Brush stain with suede brush
Brush the stained area gently with a suede brush.
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Step 3
Scrub area with cleaner
Scrub the stain gently with a soft cloth dampened with cleaning solution.
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Always test a non-visible area of the suede first with the cleaning product.
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Step 4
Mix a water and vinegar solution
Let the cleaned area air dry. If the stain persists, use white vinegar diluted to half-strength with water to scrub the stain out. Let it dry again.
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Step 5
Use suede eraser
Use a suede eraser for small, dry stains.
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Use a pencil eraser if you do not have a suede eraser.
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Step 6
Call a professional
Take your item to a professional cleaner if difficult stains are persistent, or if it is heavily soiled.
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Carl Perkins wrote the song Blue Suede Shoes on a paper bag.
