{"id":27416,"date":"2026-06-18T08:43:46","date_gmt":"2026-06-18T05:43:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/blog\/doglyad-za-zamsheyu-ta-nubukom-krosivky-2\/"},"modified":"2026-06-21T16:14:46","modified_gmt":"2026-06-21T13:14:46","slug":"doglyad-za-zamsheyu-ta-nubukom-krosivky-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/blog\/doglyad-za-zamsheyu-ta-nubukom-krosivky-2\/","title":{"rendered":"Caring for Suede and Nubuck on Sneakers"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Suede and nubuck add a premium feel to sneakers, but these very materials are the most afraid of moisture and dirt. The good news: with proper care, they last for years and look flawless. Let&#8217;s break down the key steps, the tools you need, and the common mistakes that cause a pair to lose its look and texture prematurely.<\/p>\n<h2>How Suede and Nubuck Differ<\/h2>\n<p>Suede is made from the inner layer of the leather and has a longer, soft nap \u2014 it is more delicate and more demanding in care. Nubuck is the outer layer of the leather with a short, dense nap; it is sturdier and more resistant to wear. Care for both is similar, but nubuck is more tolerant of light rubbing, whereas suede \u201cscuffs\u201d faster and leaves shiny spots in areas of constant contact, for example at the flex points. Understanding this difference will help you choose the right pressure and tool.<\/p>\n<h2>The Basic Care Kit<\/h2>\n\n<p>Before you begin, gather the right tools \u2014 without them the risk of doing harm is high:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>A <strong>suede brush<\/strong> with rubber or brass bristles \u2014 for removing dust and raising the nap.<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>nubuck eraser (crepe)<\/strong> \u2014 for dry stains and scuffs.<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>water-repellent spray<\/strong> for suede and nubuck \u2014 protection before wear.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Talc or starch<\/strong> \u2014 for fresh greasy stains.<\/li>\n<li>A <strong>clean, dry microfiber cloth<\/strong> \u2014 for finishing care.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Plain water and soap are contraindicated here \u2014 they leave stains and mat the nap into a hard \u201ccrust.\u201d Find quality footwear to care for in the <a href=\"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/product-category\/shoes\/\">sneakers<\/a> section.<\/p>\n<h2>How to Clean a Dry Surface<\/h2>\n<p>Suede and nubuck are cleaned only when <strong>dry<\/strong>. Follow this order:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Let the pair dry completely if it is damp \u2014 wet nap is easily damaged.<\/li>\n<li>Remove dust with a soft brush, moving in one direction.<\/li>\n<li>Treat dried stains with a special eraser using short back-and-forth motions.<\/li>\n<li>To restore the nap, go over it with a brush against the direction of the fibers, then align them in a single direction.<\/li>\n<li>Finish with a light shake to remove leftover eraser crumbs.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>What to Do About Stains and Streaks<\/h2>\n<p>Different kinds of dirt require different responses, and speed matters here:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Fresh greasy stains<\/strong> \u2014 sprinkle with starch or talc and leave overnight; the powder will draw out the grease, then brush it off.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Salt streaks in winter<\/strong> \u2014 a solution of water and vinegar (1:1), apply minimally to a cloth and blot, don&#8217;t rub.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Creases and scuffs<\/strong> \u2014 raise the nap with a brush or carefully with steam from a distance.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Dirty water stains<\/strong> \u2014 let it dry completely, then go over it with a brush; the mark often disappears on its own.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Always let the pair dry completely and naturally, away from radiators and direct heat, otherwise the nap will harden.<\/p>\n<h2>Protection from Moisture<\/h2>\n<p>The most important step is prevention, not dealing with the consequences. Treat a new pair with a water-repellent spray <strong>before its first outing<\/strong>:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Spray from a distance of 15\u201320 cm in an even, thin layer.<\/li>\n<li>Let it dry for 15\u201320 minutes and, if needed, repeat for even coverage.<\/li>\n<li>Renew the protection every 2\u20133 weeks of active wear.<\/li>\n<li>Be sure to treat the pair before the rainy and snowy season.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>This creates an invisible barrier that repels water and dirt, so contamination is easier to remove. You&#8217;ll find the rest of the care accessories at the <a href=\"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/shop\/\">POGO store<\/a>.<\/p>\n<h2>What You Must Not Do<\/h2>\n<p>A few actions ruin napped materials almost instantly, so commit them to memory:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Don&#8217;t wash suede or nubuck in a washing machine \u2014 the water and drum will irreversibly ruin the nap and the shape.<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t dry the pair with a hairdryer, on a radiator, or in direct sun \u2014 the nap will harden and the color will fade.<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t try to remove a stain with an ordinary wet rag \u2014 you&#8217;ll only drive the dirt deeper into the fibers.<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t use colored wipes on light suede, as they may bleed.<\/li>\n<li>Don&#8217;t use products for smooth leather \u2014 creams and waxes clog the nap.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Seasonal Tips<\/h2>\n<p>In winter, suede and nubuck suffer the most from salt, de-icing agents, and constant moisture. In the rainy and snowy season, treat the pair with a protective spray more often \u2014 once a week rather than once a month. After each outing, let the sneakers dry completely indoors and only then clean them with a dry brush. If the pair is especially valuable, it&#8217;s better to keep it at home for the winter and choose a more practical material for active wear.<\/p>\n<h2>Summary<\/h2>\n<p>Suede and nubuck require dry cleaning, special tools, and regular protection from water. Clean them dry, work along the direction of the nap, never dry them on a radiator \u2014 and the pair will keep its texture and color for a long time. Need advice on a specific model? Write to us via <a href=\"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/contacts\/\">contacts<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Suede and nubuck require a special approach. We explain how to clean napped materials, protect them from water, and restore a tidy look to your sneakers.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":27250,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"googlesitekit_rrm_CAowk_G-DA:productID":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[942],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-27416","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-942"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27416","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=27416"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27416\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":27476,"href":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/27416\/revisions\/27476"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/27250"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=27416"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=27416"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/pogo.com.ua\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=27416"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}