Steps On How To Clean Your Burleigh Sheepskin Footwear
, by Ed Stone, 4 min reading time
Proper upkeep can keep your Burleigh Sheepskin and other sheepskin and suede footwear looking great for years to come. Here are a few simple steps on how to care for and clean your sheepskin footwear
I. After Purchase Before Wearing
Before wearing footwear for the first time, apply a quality repellent spray such as Trade Street Water Repellent. Make sure the spray is not oil-based. Spray the footwear, wait 15 minutes, then reapply. Repeat 2-3 times.
II. Mild Cleaning
Clean the exterior of your sheepskin footwear regularly with a soft, clean, dry brush or dry sponge. This will remove any surface debris such as dust or dirt, which can stain over time if the footwear gets wet. A few times a season, do a light exterior brushing, then reapply the water and stain repellent using the same method as mentioned in Step I.
III. Deep Cleaning
Use a soft, clean sponge to lightly scrub the entire footwear surface with even pressure (for actual sheepskin exterior, use very LIGHT pressure), keeping the footwear fully submerged in the soapy water.
A. Exterior Deep Cleaning
Use a soft, clean sponge to lightly scrub the entire footwear surface with even pressure, keeping the footwear fully submerged in the soapy water.
B. Interior Deep Cleaning
Massage the sheepskin footwear interior (or faux fur interior), like you would when washing hair, using plenty of diluted soapy water. Use clean water to thoroughly rinse the footwear interior and exterior of all soap and debris. Repeat this process with the other footwear mate.
IV. Drying The Shoes
Gently blot the footwear exterior using a cotton towel to absorb as much water as possible without pulling on the leather. Wet leather stretches easily, so take care not to use excess pressure. Repeat this same blotting process for the interior. Place the shoes in an area with moving air from an open window or fan. Keep the footwear away from direct heat or sun while drying.
V. After Drying
After the shoes are dry, reapply 2-3 treatments of the Trade Street Spray or comparable water and stain repellent. If the shoe is smooth leather, apply a light conditioner to replenish the oils that have been washed out.
Want more info on how to clean your Burleigh Sheepskin Footwear? Feel free to email us at service@bootworld.com or come in and see us at any of our stores.
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Ed Stone brings over 45 years of footwear knowledge and passion to his role as President of Boot World, a family-owned company and an industry leader in safety and occupational footwear. A second-generation "shoe dog," Ed's footwear knowledge is unparalleled, serving as an informal advisor for some of the world's largest footwear brands, including Wolverine, Timberland PRO, and Reebok Works. A lifelong Southern California resident and ardent conservationist, Ed enjoys hiking and open water swimming.