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Venetian shoe cream is a favorite of shoemakers and wearers alike. The product contains natural oils and waxes as well as cleaning agents. This means it cleans, conditions and shines. It has been available since 1907 and is made by a small firm called C. A. Zoes based in Chicago.
The treatment of leather is unlike that of synthetic fibers. It was the skin of an animal and as such was supplied with oils while the animal was living. Once it has been made into shoes, it can dry out if it is not lubricated. This is exacerbated by heat and caked mud. When dirty, brittle leather is continually flexed, the fibers break down and it cracks.
This can be prevented by consistent care. The many products available for this purpose makes choice difficult. There are many different types of leather too and some products are more suited to some leathers than others. Whatever product is chosen, consistent application is important to keep the leather soft, pliable and breathable.
The label on this quality cream says that it works on calfskin, patent leather and kid. Horween Leather Company, well known for their high quality leathers, says on their website that this product is well suited to a variety of leather types, including Chromexcel, Essex and Shell Cordovan. This recommendation from an actual manufacturer carries weight. If properly taken care of, shell cordovan can last for over 30 years. Many find that it looks better with age, as it develops a nice patina.
The product is available from online vendors. Buying such a product online and having it shipped, is still relatively inexpensive in comparison with the cost of some products of this kind. There is a 32oz tin with a great retro look available for those with an addiction to shoes and many shoes to polish. However, there are also smaller bottles of 5oz available as well.
The consistency is fairly thick, making it easy to apply. Many people tend to use too much product and in fact only a small amount needs to be used at a time. Surface dirt needs to be removed and the bottle shaken before application. It can be applied evenly with a cloth or worked in with fingertips if this is preferred. To produce a high finish, all that is required is buffing with a soft, dry cloth.
The product can enter the brogue holes on shoes when applied. Do not be concerned about this as long as it is brushed before leaving too long. One of the reasons why it needs to be applied sparingly as it contains turpentine which can remove some of the polish.
Even old shell shoes that have been dull for years can benefit from being treated with Venetian shoe cream. Its neutral color means it works with all colors of leather, a particularly helpful aspect when caring for two tone shoes. With a little preventative maintenance, there is no reason why leather shoes should not look their best, even after many years of wear.
The treatment of leather is unlike that of synthetic fibers. It was the skin of an animal and as such was supplied with oils while the animal was living. Once it has been made into shoes, it can dry out if it is not lubricated. This is exacerbated by heat and caked mud. When dirty, brittle leather is continually flexed, the fibers break down and it cracks.
This can be prevented by consistent care. The many products available for this purpose makes choice difficult. There are many different types of leather too and some products are more suited to some leathers than others. Whatever product is chosen, consistent application is important to keep the leather soft, pliable and breathable.
The label on this quality cream says that it works on calfskin, patent leather and kid. Horween Leather Company, well known for their high quality leathers, says on their website that this product is well suited to a variety of leather types, including Chromexcel, Essex and Shell Cordovan. This recommendation from an actual manufacturer carries weight. If properly taken care of, shell cordovan can last for over 30 years. Many find that it looks better with age, as it develops a nice patina.
The product is available from online vendors. Buying such a product online and having it shipped, is still relatively inexpensive in comparison with the cost of some products of this kind. There is a 32oz tin with a great retro look available for those with an addiction to shoes and many shoes to polish. However, there are also smaller bottles of 5oz available as well.
The consistency is fairly thick, making it easy to apply. Many people tend to use too much product and in fact only a small amount needs to be used at a time. Surface dirt needs to be removed and the bottle shaken before application. It can be applied evenly with a cloth or worked in with fingertips if this is preferred. To produce a high finish, all that is required is buffing with a soft, dry cloth.
The product can enter the brogue holes on shoes when applied. Do not be concerned about this as long as it is brushed before leaving too long. One of the reasons why it needs to be applied sparingly as it contains turpentine which can remove some of the polish.
Even old shell shoes that have been dull for years can benefit from being treated with Venetian shoe cream. Its neutral color means it works with all colors of leather, a particularly helpful aspect when caring for two tone shoes. With a little preventative maintenance, there is no reason why leather shoes should not look their best, even after many years of wear.
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