Leather Care Guides

Leather Care Guides

Welcome to our guide on caring for leather footwear. Leather demands special attention to maintain its impeccable appearance and longevity. In this guide, we'll walk you through the essential steps and products needed to preserve the pristine condition of your cherished leather footwear. From cleaning to conditioning and polishing, Dasco's expertly crafted shoe care solutions ensure that your footwear not only looks its best but also remains protected against the elements. Whether you're a seasoned shoe enthusiast or new to the world of premium footwear, trust Dasco to elevate your leather care routine to new heights of excellence.

Smooth Leather

Step 1 - Remove the laces Step 2 - Insert a shoe tree Step 3 - Remove any dust or dirt from the footwear using a horse hair brush Step 4 - Use a cotton cloth to apply the Shoe Cream or Leather Cream and follow the product instructions Step 5 - Once the product has dried, take a polishing brush to the footwear and buff to a shine Step 6 - Finish with protector

Nappa Leather

Step 1 - Remove the laces Step 2 - Insert a shoe tree Step 3 Remove any dust or dirt from the footwear using a clean cloth Step 4 - With a dry clean cloth and using your index finger, rub our Nappa Leather Conditioner evenly onto the footwear. Step 5 - Leave to dry for 5 minutes Step 6 - Once the product has dried, take a clean cloth or brush to the footwear and buff to a shine 

Waxed & Oiled Leather

Step 1 - Remove the laces Step 2 - Insert a shoe tree Step 3 - Remove any dust or dirt from the footwear using a bristle brush (A5703/A5702) Step 4 Snap back the cap (do not twist) to open and expose the sponge Step 5 - Press the sponge down lightly and start working in circular motion to release the cream Step 6 - Wait at least 5 minutes to dry Step 7 Once dry, buff the shoe to a pearlescent shine using one of our Dasco bristle brushes again Step 8 Before putting away, wipe the sponge clean or rinse with water.

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