Let the boot thoroughly dry before polishing. Cover the entire boot with shoe polish. A second, similar technique is to apply a thick coat of polish to the entire boot using a small polish brush. Alternatively, you can also use a cotton ball. Dip your finger into a container of room temperature water so the cotton is wet, but not soaked or dripping.
Ice cold water or rubbing alcohol are also options for polishing. Place the wet cloth or cotton against the dried polish and rub the leather. With a light touch , move your finger in tiny circular motions until a shine appears.
Repeat this process until you are satisfied with the level of shine. Whether you use cotton balls or cotton diapers, cold water or rubbing alcohol, patience, dedication and a soft touch for polishing will pay off in achieving a mirror shine on your new duty boots. Water Protection A new pair of duty boots requires protection from the elements. In addition to keeping a mirror shine to meet inspection standards, weatherproofing your new boots should be a consideration, especially if you live in an area with adverse seasonal weather.
Wet feet from wet boots will lead to big problems with your feet and mobility while on the job. Water can and will destroy the leather on your new boots. Leather uppers that should have withstood years of steps and flexes can drastically deteriorate with water exposure which will shorten the life of your new boots.
Leather is made from animal skin, specifically horse or cattle. The leather consists of fat and proteins, which retain a set amount of moisture after being tanned. When leather gets wet, the water forms bonds with the lubricating oils and will actually float fibers away , making the leather brittle and cracked. Minimizing the release of moisture, including exposure to alkalines or acids, will assist in extending the life of your boots and reduce leather damage.
Waterproofing leather means creating a barrier that water cannot penetrate from either direction. Silicone spray will repel water, leaving the leather surface if your boots slippery. Be careful to not overuse silicone as it can have a drying effect on the leather. Acrylic copolymer spray forms a microscopic net which will resist penetration of water molecules.
It creates a flexible coating that protects the leather fibers from rain, and wet yet allows the leather to breathe. Actively scan device characteristics for identification. Use precise geolocation data.
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Develop and improve products. List of Partners vendors. Using vinegar: Vinegar too is easily available in all kitchens and acts a great shining agent for boots. Steps to follow: Take a few drops of vinegar on a clean lint free cloth and rub on the boots in the direction of the fiber hairs Wipe out excess product by dabbing a tissue paper Dry the boots under the fan Buff with a good horsehair brush 5.
Using beeswax: Beeswax has been used since ages to not only shine boots but also to give it a bit of waterproof coating. Steps to follow: Heat the beeswax by taking out a spoonful of it on a heating bowl Spread the melted beeswax using a brush or a clean lint free cloth Rub the boots in small circular motions to let the beeswax absorb in the boots thoroughly Buff with a horsehair brush to bring on the shine 6. Using hair gel: Leather fibers are just like human hairs which need nourishment for retaining the shine.
Steps to follow: Brush off any loose dirt from the boots Clean with a damp cloth to take off settled dirt on the boots Dry the boots under the fan Apply hair gel on the boots and brush with a soft bristled tooth brush Using a tissue paper take off any excess product from the boots Buff with a horsehair brush 7.
Using linseed oil and vinegar: Vinegar might be sometimes a bit drying for the boots especially in the cold weather countries. Steps to follow: Mix linseed oil and vinegar in the ratio of in a mixing bowl Rub the mixture on to the boots using a soft lint free cloth in small circular motions Let it sit on the boots for an hour Remove excess mixture using a clean cloth and brush with a horsehair brush 8.
Using lip balm: Lip balm works similar to petroleum jelly. Steps to follow: Rub a little bit of lip balm on a clean piece of cloth Take the cloth and rub it over the boots in small circular motions Take off the excess lip balm residue using a tissue or a cloth and brush using a horsehair brush 9.
Using rubbing alcohol: Rubbing alcohol brings excellent shine to the boots. Steps to follow: Take a small amount of rubbing alcohol on a small cotton ball Rub in small circular motions until you get the desired shine Let the boots dry under the fan for some hours Using walnut oil: Walnut oil works excellent in bringing shine to the boots.
Steps to follow: Take a generous amount of walnut oil on a clean piece of cloth and rub on the boots in small circular motions Using another clean lint free cloth keep on buffing until you get the desired shine Using paraffin: Paraffin too helps to restore shine to the boots. Steps to follow: Sprinkle a little amount of paraffin on the boots Scrub it using a soft lint free cloth till you get the desired shine Steps to follow: Make a paste of baking soda by mixing 2 tablespoons of baking soda in 2 spoons of water Rub the paste in the boots using a cloth Leave it for 5 minutes Wash with a clean damp cloth Dry the boots under the fan Note: Baking soda can lighten the color of dark boots so use this trick only on light colored boots.
Using breadcrumbs for suede, canvas and satin boots: Breadcrumbs remove stains and dirt from boots and bring back the lost luster to them. Steps to follow: Make breadcrumbs out of your breads left in the refrigerator Roll them into balls Rub with the balls on your suede, or canvas boots and they will free of dirt stains Buff with a horsehair brush to bring on the shine Using coconut oil: Coconut oil works as an excellent agent in returning the nourishment and shine to the boots.
Steps to follow: Take coconut oil on a clean lint free cloth Massage on the boots in small circular motions Brush using a soft bristled toothbrush Leave for 1 hour in case the coconut oil leaves the white cast Use a nail filer to rub softly on the leather hair.
It will remove the white cast from the boots Brush using a horsehair brush Note: If you live in extremely cold countries you might like to avoid this trick. Using corn flour: Corn flour works best in removing oil stains from boots and hence brings back the shiny look of the boots.
Steps to follow: Sprinkle corn flour on the boots and leave it for half an hour It will absorb all the grease and oil stains from the boots Brush with a soft bristled toothbrush Polish using a horsehair brush Using Potato peel: Potato peel works great in removing black spots and brings back shine to boots as well.
Steps to follow: Peel off potatoes and keep aside the peel Use the peels and rub them on the boots It will remove all dirt and bring a shine to the boots Use a damp cloth to rub off the excess residue from the boots Brush with a horsehair brush Dry the boots under the fan Using aloe vera gel: We are all aware of the shiny effect that aloe vera gel gives to our skin and hair.
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