Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Care & Protection Kit
Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Care & Protection Kit
This kit includes a specially formulated cleaner and conditioner that work gently to preserve the unique features of unfinished leathers without causing drying or unwanted changes to the appearance of the leather. Using the wrong products can result in permanent darkening, a greasy look, or unwanted shine.
- Formulated for unfinished/unprotected leathers and can be used on all other types
- Contains a maintenance strength cleaner and conditioner. Use every 3 months or as needed
- Cleans surface soiling and nourishes to maintain suppleness
- Ideal for immediate cleaning of fresh spills (never rub)
- Fast drying, pleasant smelling, non-sudsing, and easy to use
- Non-greasy and leaves no to minimal shine or darkening
- Anti-bacterial
- Can soften the appearance of some scratches and marks with consistent use
- Save $$$ when you DIY with the products the professionals use
- Silicone free
Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Cleanse (No.10): gently removes damaging and unhygienic dirt, grime, body oil and perspiration from the surface. The perfect cleaner to have on hand when spills happen.
Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Nourish (No.11): a conditioning lotion that penetrates to help prevent drying, cracking, and help maintain suppleness. Formulated to minimise extra shine and avoid darkening.
Anti-bacterial
Contains a powerful antibacterial that is proven to kill:
- Escherichia coli (E coli)
- Proteus vulgaris
- Pseudomonas aeruginosa
- Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA or Golden Staph)
Light and regular care is best
Apply by spray or pour onto a just damp white microfibre cloth then wipe over the surface. A soft bristle may help to agitate dirt from the grain when cleaning and lift the nap after nourishing. With regular use, this dynamic duo can help your leather age gracefully.
Aniline leathers and stains
Aniline leathers are widely considered the most beautiful. At the same time, they are inherently vulnerable to permanent marks and stains Over time, these marks can form a patina. With regular care your leather builds light stain resistance and existing marks can appear more subtle.
Brush to lift the nap
Nubucks and suedes can be brushed to refresh and lift the nap after treatment.
Consider adding Protect (No.3) to your care regime
Also check out Protect (No.3) (optional add-on). It is an anti-soiling UV barrier that can be compatible with nubuck, suede and aniline leathers. It must be tested in an inconspicuous place before use to ensure compatibility with your unique leather.
Suitable for use on nubuck, suede and aniline leathers.
Starter: Several handbags or pairs of shoes, 1 or more chair, 1 or more car seat treatments
Essentials: Lots of small treatments, 1 or more sofa treatments, a few car interior treatments
Extra: Multiple large treatments
Lika A Pro: Multiple large treatments
The Works: Multiple large treatments
Coverage estimates are broad as individual users have leather
that is in different condition and use products on different care schedules. The newer the leather and the more frequently it is serviced, the less product required per service. The older the leather, the less frequently it has been
treated in the past and with an infrequent care schedule going forward, the amount of product needed for each service will be greater. We recommend light and regular care. For some users this will be once every week or two. For others, it will be once every 3 months. In most cases, leather care that is
stretched beyond a 3 monthly schedule requires more effort and can consume more product. Another factor is usage. Some users choose to apply more product per service than others.
Starter
125ml Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Cleanse (No.10) leather cleaner
125ml Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Nourish (No.11) leather conditioner
Optional: 125ml Protect (No.3) leather protector
Essentials
250ml Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Cleanse (No.10) leather cleaner
250ml Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Nourish (No.11) leather conditioner
Optional: 250ml Protect (No.3) leather protector
Extra
500ml Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Cleanse (No.10) leather cleaner
500ml Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Nourish (No.11) leather conditioner
Optional: 500ml Protect (No.3) leather protector
Like A Pro
1L Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Cleanse (No.10) leather cleaner
1L Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Nourish (No.11) leather conditioner
Optional: 1L Protect (No.3) leather protector
The Works
1L & 500ml Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Cleanse (No.10) leather cleaner
1L & 500ml Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Nourish (No.11) leather conditioner
Optional: 1L & 500ml Protect (No.3) leather protector
Clean
1) Vacuum to remove any dust and grit from the surface and crevices
2 Pour a generous amount of Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Cleanse (No.10) onto a clean, dry or just-damp microfibre cloth. Squeeze to incorporate throughout the cloth
3) Wipe over one area at a time, using moderate pressure until all areas have been treated. On high traffic zones and heavily soiled areas, a scrubbing brush can be used to gently agitate dirt from the grain
Condition
5) Pour a generous amount of Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Nourish (No.11) onto a clean, dry or just-damp microfibre cloth. Squeeze to incorporate throughout the cloth
6) Wipe over one area at a time, gently massaging into the leather until all areas have been treated
Repeat: every 3 months or so as part of your regular leather care regime
Optional: Follow with Protect (No.3) (after testing for compatibility with your leather). Sold Separately
Ideal for: Cleaning and conditioning surface grime from unfinished leathers such as nubuck, suede & aniline. Can also be used on waxed and pull-up leathers.
Use with: After a patch test, Leather protector Protect (No.3) can be applied after cleaning and condtioning. Not compatible with all unfinished leathers.
Application schedule: Use evey 3 months or so. Can be used more frequently on leather in high traffic environments
Application method: Best applied by hand using a microfibre cloth and a wiping technique together with gentle scrubbing as needed.
Best accessories: A white microfibre cloth and scrubbing brush
Instructions: On the labels, Directions for Use tab, Tips and under the How To tab in main menu
Drying time: 30 mins or more.
Time before use: Wait until the leather feels dry; typically a few minutes to a few hours. The amount of cleaning product used impacts drying time
Available in separately: Yes
Tips:
Regular use produces best results
Maintain a cloth for each product and store with bottles.
Test before use: Always test products in an inconspicuous area first. There are many makers of leather and leather coatings and whilst most are to standard, there may be some that are not
Storage: Lid on tight and away from direct UV light and heat (in a cool dark cupboard). Avoid contaminating the contents with baterial sources including skin
TRUDY said
"Happy with products"
A little, often
The trick with unfinished leathers such as nubuck, suede and aniline is to service them regularly.
Having little or no protective coatings, they absorb sweat, liquids, hair and body oil easily. Even with great care, spills are inevitable and permanent stains can be expected.
However, with immediate cleaning, followed by a routine care regime, they can be minimised.
With regular conditioning, these leathers not only remain supple but also build a degree of stain resistance.
What care does aniline leather need?
A simple, regular, maintenance program plus immediate care when spills happen
A pH neutral cleaner that won't cause drying or cracking
A penetrating conditioner that moisturises deep into the fibrous structure helping to maintain suppleness
Products that won't change the natural look and feel
Non greasy, non-oily, non-shiny, non-darkening
A gentle touch; no rubbing, no harsh or abrasive cleaners, tools or techniques
Protection from UV light to avoid fading
KYM said
"Perfect!"
Compare our Care Kits
Not sure of Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Care Kit is the one you want? Here is an overview of our care kits.
The Lightest Care Kit
Formulated for the gentle care of unfinished leathers.
When those inevitable spills happen, immediate treatment with Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Cleanse (No.10) can help to minimise stains. With regular cleaning, damage from body oil (dark greasy marks) and perspiration (drying and cracking) can be minimised.
Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Nourish (No.11) is designed to penetrate, moisturise, soften and help prevent drying and cracking without adding shine, darkening the colour or depressing the nap of unfinished leathers. This is the safest choice for the regular care of uncoated leathers.
The All Rounder Kit
This kit is designed for the care of pigmented (painted/coated) leathers such as car seats, most sofas and lots of accessories, bags and apparel. It can also be used on waxed, oil-pull-up and synthetic leathers.
Cleanse (No.1) is a maintenacne strength cleaner for coated leathers.
Nourish (No.2) is a penetrating, moisturising, and softening conditioner for coated leathers that's designed to leave a low level of shine.
Protect (No.3) is an invisible wipe-on cream that has anti-soiling properties, makes cleaning easier and protects from UV fading and damage.
Check out the Leather Care Kit HERE.
The Substantial Care Kit
Formulated for waxed and oil pull-up leathers, this kit lets you clean then condition with a matte or shiny waxy finish.
Cleanse (No.1) cleans away surface soiling.
Waxy Nourish (No.9) moisturises and softens to prevent drying and cracking. It leaves a transparent veil of protective matte or shiny wax on the surface. It can be used on a wide range leathers including some anilines.
Check out the Leather Care Kit HERE.
I had a small sample of Cow hide (uggs outside material sample) and it is like water proof against water on my brown chestnut uggs (just make sure you add a few layers (2-3) of this spray!
I was really hoping this would work its magic. Unfortunately after two patch tests and patiently working the solution into the suede, it didn't even remotely remove the mould splotches but left the suede with a darker water stained look.
Hi Inez,
Suede is an unfinished/unprotected leather. It has no protective coatings to minimise or prevent stains from entering the leather. Often, marks on unfinished leathers become permanent stains, especially if not treated immediately. Ideally, Nubuck, Suede & Aniline Cleanse is best used when spills happen or as soon as mould forms (mould can leave behind indelible stains if given time). This cleaner is formulated for the regular care of unprotected leathers. A 3 monthyly service helps to remove the grime (from skin) that mould feeds on, thereby reducing the chance of permanent stains.
As a suggestion, try a few more cleans. Sometimes, another treatment or two can help to minimise stains in unfinished leathers. Also, try brushing the suede when cleaning and again when dry. This lifts the nap and can significantly help to hide/blend unwelcome marks.
I used this product on a badly stained handbag as a last resort before it was going to be thrown out. It worked and my bag is back in use. Very happy!
I bought this for s pair of old Liberty Black boots that I got secondhand. I cleaned them, let them dry then used the nourish and let that dry then lightly buffed them over. They look like new. I would highly recommend this product.
I have not used it yet.