{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Vegan Suede Clean:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" For marks and stubborn stains, use warm soapy water with a cloth or soft brush, working gently over the surface. Towel dry afterwards."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Brush:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Once fully dry, run a suede brush over the uppers to lift the nap back up and restore the soft, even texture. Brushing in one direction gives the most consistent finish."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Drying:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Always let your footwear dry naturally, away from direct heat sources like radiators, as too much heat can stiffen or damage the suede. Stuff with paper or a shoe tree to help hold the shape while drying, and allow a day or two for the insides to dry fully before wearing again."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Deodorising:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Don't let your footwear stay damp between wears, as this creates an environment where microbes can develop and cause smells. If a smell does develop, dry the footwear thoroughly and use a footwear deodoriser until it clears. In extreme cases you can wash the insides out with warm soapy water, then dry fully and apply the deodoriser again."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Waterproofing (optional):","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" If you'd like some added protection, you can treat the suede with a waterproofing spray every 2–3 months depending on use — most standard sprays work fine on vegan suede. This is optional, and bear in mind vegan suede is naturally an open-textured material that isn't designed to be water-resistant."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Vegan Leather Clean:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Wipe the uppers and outsoles with warm soapy water and a cloth or soft brush, then towel dry thoroughly."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Polish:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" A synthetic polish can be used to bring back shine and refresh the colour — any synthetic product should work fine, applied as described in its instructions. If your footwear has a burnished effect on the toes and sides (we apply a darker polish to some of our brown vegan leather uppers for effect), this is best reapplied by a cobbler, or at home using a darker shade of polish worked around the toes and sides."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Drying:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" You can dry your footwear on top of or near a radiator or other heat source. Depending on the heat, it can take a few days to dry out the insides fully. Never put your footwear in the washing machine."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Deodorising:","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" Don't let your footwear stay damp between wears, especially inside boots, as this can damage the water resistance and let microbes develop, causing a smell. If this happens, dry the footwear thoroughly and use a footwear deodoriser until the smell stops. In extreme cases, wash the insides out with warm soapy water, then dry fully and reapply the deodoriser."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Waterproofing (optional):","bold":true},{"type":"text","value":" You can treat the uppers with a waterproofing spray to improve durability, stain resistance and water resistance. We recommend doing this every 2–3 months depending on use — most standard waterproofing sprays work fine on our vegan leather."}]}]}
