Ways to remove scratches from patent shoes

Patent shoes have a stylish and elegant appearance, so they are present in the wardrobe of a large number of people. But this is a very moody material that requires proper care. In the summer, patent leather stretches, in frosts it becomes fragile.

All this leads to the fact that patent leather appears creases, cracks and scratches. But do not immediately throw away shoes that have lost a presentable appearance. You can get rid of scratches at home.

How to remove scratches from varnish

Due to the fact that patent leather is not particularly practical, shoes made of this material are not suitable for daily wear. Dust, street dirt and humidity have a negative effect and lead to tarnishing of the product. Also, the skin deteriorates from:

  • exposure to sunlight;
  • various chemicals;
  • moisture
  • under the influence of temperature changes;
  • sloppy sock. Scratches can appear if you slightly touch the steps of the stairs, the curb, the leg of the chair and other objects.

Any of these causes scratches on the surface of the product. You can get rid of the emerging problem using folk methods.

Before proceeding to repair the damage, its magnitude should be assessed. To do this, slide your finger over the surface of the scratch. If it is felt in two directions, then the scratch can be fixed. If in one case it is very difficult to cope with such a defect on your own, shoes in this case are recommended to be taken to the workshop.

Before starting to restore the skin, shoes must be prepared. Using nail scissors, carefully cut small pieces of skin that have formed along the edges of the scratch. Also, wash and dry the shoes, degrease the damaged areas. This can be done with ethyl alcohol or a special tool for shoes.

Wax

You can fix the defect with wax. To do this, use a special wax for shoes, and you can melt a wax or bee candle.

  • wax must be preheated;
  • melted wax is applied evenly on damaged areas. For convenience, you need to use a cotton swab or brush;
  • when it dries, it must be polished with a flannel cloth;
  • if the shoes are colored, mask the wax with shoe polish.

Wax has excellent water repellent properties. Therefore, it will not only eliminate scratches, but also protect the shoes from moisture. To do this, wax the entire surface of the boots.

Manicure varnish

To eliminate small defects, nail polish is an excellent option. The most important thing when using this method is to choose the right shade. The varnish should be glossy and fresh. If it is already old, then upon drying it will leave a tubercle, which will spoil the appearance of the shoes. If it was not possible to select a suitable varnish for the color, then you should use the colorless option. It is especially relevant for white and black shoes.

  1. A toothpick should be dipped into the varnish.
  2. Toothpick thoroughly lubricate the entire damaged surface. In this case, it is necessary to press hard on the edges of the scratches.
  3. Surplus should be removed with nail polish remover. The product should not have acetone in it, from it the patent leather will fade. It is advisable to check the product before a small area of ​​the product.

Cosmetic pencil

One of the easiest ways to eliminate a defect. This option is suitable for removing small and shallow scratches. To do this, you need a soft pencil for eyebrows, eyelids or lips.

  1. First you should choose the most suitable color pencil. If the shoes are pink, red - you need a tool for the lips. For black or brown - for eyebrows. For other shades, eyeliners are suitable.
  2. Use a pencil to paint over damaged areas.
  3. Then shade it with a soft cloth.

Important! This method is short-lived and will have to be repeated constantly.

Special tools

You can fix a scratch on patent leather with a special paint, which can be purchased at a shoe store. On sale you can find specialized paints for regular and patent leather. Paint must be carefully applied with a thin brush along the entire length of the scratch. Then leave for 5 hours until completely dry. If necessary, a second coat can be applied. When the paint dries, it must be covered with decoupage glue.

"Liquid skin". This is a professional tool for troubleshooting. With it, you can remove even serious damage. Due to its composition, “liquid skin” is able to merge with a damaged surface so that it becomes completely invisible.

The principle of use:

  1. The damaged area must be treated with sandpaper. Take should be the finest.
  2. Then the surface should be degreased.
  3. "Liquid skin" is evenly applied to damaged areas.
  4. Shoes must be left to dry completely. It usually takes about a day.
  5. Then the shoes should be polished.

How to remove scuffs

Very often scuffs appear on the surface of patent leather. These are minor damages that can be easily repaired with home remedies: sunflower oil, lint-free cloth, eraser, ethyl alcohol.

  1. Use the eraser to rub the defects.
  2. Next, you need to remove the remnants of the eraser. This can be done using cotton pads previously moistened with ethyl alcohol.
  3. When the alcohol has dried, apply oil.
  4. After that, the treated surface must be treated with a lint-free cloth.

Using these methods, it is possible to restore the previous look to patent leather. But do not forget that shoes made of such a material require accurate socks and careful care. With careful attitude and proper care, you can not only maintain a presentable appearance, but also significantly increase the life of the shoes.