Suede Care and Waterproofing

[Cimmerian]

There is a lot of information on this forum regarding leather treatment but not much regarding suede finish.

I have a suede trucker and as suede marks quite easily and is not particularly waterproof, what is the consensus on treating suede jackets?

 

[Cimmerian]

Noone? :0

 

[B-Man2]

Noone? :0

In the past I’ve used scotch guard by 3M.
BUT … it will darken the suede just slightly.
I didn’t recommend it at first because it’s a personal decision and others may not agree with it . However , it will give the suede some water repellency .

 

[Cimmerian]

In the past I’ve used scotch guard by 3M.
BUT … it will darken the suede just slightly.
I didn’t recommend it at first because it’s a personal decision and others may not agree with it . However , it will give the suede some water repellency .

Thanks Burt, I appreciate the advice. Not overly bothered by a slight darkening and would rather have the protection

 

[B-Man2]

Thanks Burt, I appreciate the advice. Not overly bothered by a slight darkening and would rather have the protection

Then if that’s the case let me suggest that you give it a light coat … let it dry … and then give it a second coat for great water repellency and protection .

 

[Cimmerian]

Then if that’s the case let me suggest that you give it a light coat … let it dry … and then give it a second coat for great water repellency and protection .

How long does it take to dry fully before applying another coat Burt?

 

[B-Man2]

How long does it take to dry fully before applying another coat Burt?

Set it in outside and give it about 30-45 minutes and then spray it again . BUT … remember the heavier the application the more chance of it darkening the color just a bit .

 

[B-Man2]

 

[Cimmerian]

That's great. Going to order some now and give it a go.

 

[B-Man2]

That's great. Going to order some now and give it a go.

I would test it on the inside edge or some other inconspicuous place before you do the entire jacket , just to see how it affects the color .

 

[Cimmerian]

I would test it on the inside edge or some other inconspicuous place before you do the entire jacket , just to see how it affects the color .

Good idea

 

[B-Man2]

Good idea

Ok good luck with it .. let me know how it goes .
Here’s an idea … since no one stood up to help you with this issue … it’s probably because no one really knew how to handle the problem .
So think about this :
Take some BEFORE photos of the entire jacket.
Then once you’ve finished the process take some AFTER PHOTOS of the jacket .
Then write up your review and results here on the forum . It would be a great educational post that many of us could learn from .
Good idea ???

 

[Cimmerian]

Thanks Burt - yes, I think that's a great idea.

 

[MikeyB-17]

Haven’t owned a suede jacket for years, but I always use some sort of protector spray on suede shoes-loads available, even from the supermarket. Usually even if it does darken the colour, it fades back to the original after a while.

 

[Shanghai-Mayne]

I applied wax onto suede shoes/ boots, it’s always okay , until the wax gets wear off . Never owned/owning any suede jacket.

 

[Cimmerian]

I applied wax onto suede shoes/ boots, it’s always okay , until the wax gets wear off . Never owned/owning any suede jacket.

Looks like a suede jacket is quite a rare beast here. Were they not 'all the rage' in the 60s and 70s? Surely that makes them almost vintage? *Thinking emoji*

 

[Shanghai-Mayne]

Looks like a suede jacket is quite a rare beast here. Were they not 'all the rage' in the 60s and 70s? Surely that makes them almost vintage? *Thinking emoji*

I need back packing or carry a sling bag, they gonna leave mark on the suede jacket. So I didnt even try.

 

[tempusfugit]

Water repellant spray and suede brush or suede eraser or whatever those white bars are called are all I've ever used on suede. For normal day to day wear and tear they are enough, but if you for example spill a sugary drink on your jacket or lean on a table that had soy sauce or whatever on it, you will not be getting the stains out as easily as from smooth leather.

 

[ButteMT61]

I'll be honest with you - growing up in the 70's, I've had a lot of suede in my life.
Basically, NOTHING works. You just have to be careful with it. I've tried and used every product under the sun, and while it may work for a SHORT period of time, nothing will keep it looking new.
And when you do get something on it, do NOT rub the hell out of it as it will make it much worse.
You just have to kinda live with what you get. It looks great new, but know that it will get grubby no matter what you do.

 

[B-Man2]

I'll be honest with you - growing up in the 70's, I've had a lot of suede in my life.
Basically, NOTHING works. You just have to be careful with it. I've tried and used every product under the sun, and while it may work for a SHORT period of time, nothing will keep it looking new.
And when you do get something on it, do NOT rub the hell out of it as it will make it much worse.
You just have to kinda live with what you get. It looks great new, but know that it will get grubby no matter what you do.

Yep … agree with that .