Patent Leather Boots

GENERAL INFORMATION

Patent leather boots are made of… you guessed it… patent leather.   Patent leather is just normal leather with a high gloss finish.  In order to obtain this very glossy surface, a varnish or lacquer is applied in the final steps of tanning.   This process was invented by an American named Boyden.

The use of the word Patent most probably refers to the meaning of protection.   Mr. Boyden, ironically, omitted patenting his inventions and did not benefit financially from inventing the process to “patent leather”.

Because of its glossy finishes, patent leather is very popular for dance shoes and tuxedo dress shoes. But it is also used for hand bags, wallets, clothing acessories, and even for some sexy lingerie or garments.

Although it requires an easy maintenance process, Patent leather is not the most comfortable leather and its hard finish varnish is not very breathable.  But, its unique high gloss and its classy and sexy looks are more then enough to keep high demand for this type of leather.

PATENT LEATHER MAINTENANCE TIPS

There are only two simple steps involved in the care of patent leather: cleaning and shining.

Cleaning is easily done with a mild soap and a wet cloth or ideally using AQUILA (Urad’s gentle leather cleaner).

Some of the advantages of using AQUILA are to prevent the side effects of chlorine and minerals contained in water and to dissolve any dirt or grease accumulations.  This should be done after each use; otherwise this dirt starts attacking the varnish, eventually reducing its shiny finish. At the very least dust should be removed with a dry, but very soft cloth (chamois or shoe shine cloth).

Cleaning the leather as above will go a long way in keeping your patent leather shiny. But applying VERNICE will go the extra mile! This will give it the “red carpet” glow!

VERNICE (pronounced VERNI-TCHEI) can be applied with a soft cloth. Spray and spread the VERNICE evenly and leave to dry.  It dries in only a few seconds and there’s no need for buffing.

VERNICE is liquid silicon that protects and shines. Another benefit, especially for dance shoes, is that it lubricates leather and helps prevent scuff marks and scratches. It will not stay greasy so it can also be used on purses, belts etc..

Do not use grease or Vaseline!!  It will shine momentarily, but then dust will start to stick to it, giving it a dull, dirty appearance.

FACTS ABOUT AQUILA:

Description:
All purpose leather cleaner. Gentle enough to be used regularly on leather, suede or Nubuck. Use Aquila to clean leather furniture, car seats and more. Use regularly, especialy on light colors and delicate leather to prevent permanent staining due to accumulation of body oils.

• Leaves no greasy or slippery residue
• Gentle enough to be used for Exotic leather
• Gentle enough to be used regularly
• Use for car interior, leather furniture, saddles and more…
• No sprayer available on the 100ml size.

VERNICE:

Description:
Cleaning and shining product for shiny “Patent” leather. No buffing. Dries quickly.

Instruction:
Spread gently with dry cloth or a pad. Leave to dry. (no brushing)

Whether you have red patent leather boots, black patent leather boots, or white patent leather boots, the above products are the best for cleaning and maintaining them.