Restore your sneakers
Want to give your favorite sneakers a new lease on life? Instead of throwing them away, follow our practical steps to make your sneakers look like new again.
How do you renovate your sneakers?
Renovating your sneakers takes between 30 minutes and 2 hours, depending on the condition of the pair. In this article we share our tips for restoring leather, fabric and even the soles.
Cleaning your sneakers
Before repairing or renovating your sneakers, it’s essential to clean them thoroughly. Any dirt, grease, or mud left on the surface can interfere with the repair process.
Prepare a cleaning kit with:
- A brush,
- A cleaning product,
- A cloth, and
- A bowl or glass of water to lather the cleaner.
Clean your sneakers thoroughly by scrubbing all areas, including the sides, top, and soles.
Preparing the leather
Once your sneakers are clean, prepare the leather to ensure optimal paint adhesion.
You can use our sneaker renovation kit, which includes:
- A leather stripper,
- Sandpaper,
- White paint, and
- Brushes.
Smooth the leather with sandpaper. Degrease the sneakers using a cotton pad and nail polish remover. Rub the entire pair, especially in the areas to be painted.
Repairing your Sneakers
Now you can get on with renovating your sneakers.Use our leather paint to whiten the pair or touch up scratches of varying depths.
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- If you find holes or torn leather, remove the damaged pieces and smooth the surface with sandpaper.
- Clean any sanding dust using the leather stripper.
- Wipe your sneakers with a cloth to ensure the leather is clean and dry.
- Apply the paint in thin, even coats.
- Repeat as necessary to fill holes or achieve a uniform finish.
Renovating your soles
If the soles of your sneakers are yellowed or damaged, they can also be restored.Here too, you can repair them with paint, while also preparing the surface. To find out how, read our article on renovating soles and follow our video tutorial.
Note that SneakArts paint only works on rigid soles. Avoid using it on foam or similar materials, as it won’t adhere properly.
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By Marion 2024-02-06 05:36:47
J’ai acheté un kit couleur de base, avec pinceaux, cutter, + des produits additionnels de nettoyage et des flacons de préparation et de finition. Je démarre, et je trouve la qualité des produits top. Facile d’utilisation et d’entretien, qualité super. Work in progress