How to Care
How to Care for your Boots
Whether this is your first purchase from henry dacosta or a new addition to your collection you will want to take steps to properly care for your investment. We have made it easy and you can make it fun! Overall, taking the time to show your purchase some love can help to avoid future disasters such as stains, water damage and premature aging.
Caring for Leather
henry dacosta offers a variety of leathers from smooth to pebbled and everything in between. All leathers can be cared for using our henry dacosta Leather Care products, ensuring longer life for footwear and accessories.
Leather should be clean and dry before any product application. Cleaning can be as simple as a quick wipe down with our henry dacosta Cleaning Cloth, a lint-and-dust-free cloth that will not scratch your footwear or handbag.
Deeper cleaning, to remove dirt and build up, can be achieved with the henry dacosta Leather Lotion and Cleaning Cloth. Simply wipe excess dirt off first with a damp cloth. Leather Lotion removes dirt, lifts stains and helps to nourish and revitalize tired leathers.
Once your henry dacosta leather has been prepped, steps to protect can begin.
A simple spray treatment can help to waterproof leathers and protect against pesky stains caused from day-to-day use. The henry dacosta Weatherproof Spray can be used on all products, including leather and suede. The eco-friendly formula creates an invisible barrier against water, oil and stains. Leathers should be waterproofed regularly for best results.
henry dacosta Weatherproof Balm offers a move luxurious treatment that penetrates the grain and creates a barrier against water, oil and stains.
Occasionally shoes will scuff or colors can fade. This can be quickly remedied with polish. henry dacosta offers a Black and a Neutral Cream Polish that revitalizes color and brings back luster and shine. Polish is applied using a cleaning cloth, and buffing is best done with our henry dacosta Horsehair Brush. The soft hair reaches into the grain of the leather and pulls out the best shine on all colors.
Things to Remember
Cleaning and waterproofing products can darken or change some leather and suede materials. Always spot check products in a small, discreet area of the shoe to ensure you can live with results.
Distressed leathers also require special care to ensure longevity. Waterproofing is paramount as distressed leathers typically lack the final protective coating that makes new shoes glisten.
Sneakers need love, too! Invest in a suede brush. The bristles work great to clean and revitalize sneakers. Bristles clean away dirt and grime, while the eraser rubs away scuffs.
Overall pre-care is the best care. If you choose only one product it should be a waterproof spray. The invisible barrier created against the elements is your first line of defense
