Have your favorite leather shoes been looking drab lately? It might be time to break out the polish. See how taking care of your leather shoes will make them last forever and bring back that shine.

How to Polish Leather Shoes

Hey guys – Jonathon Stewart here for About.com. What’s the first thing people notice about you when you walk in a room? Is it your eyes, your hair, or your perfectly groomed eyebrows? Could be, but I’m here to tell you that all of these are followed by a very close second – your shoes. So they’d better be looking tip top – here are a few tips for polishing ‘em up. Now go get your shine box – check it out.

Why Polish Leather Shoes?

The best quality shoes are made of top grade leather, but if you don’t take care of them, even the nicest leather can look terrible over time. Start by finding a workspace that’s comfortable, but away from furniture or fabric that can be easily stained. You might even want to put down some newspaper or paper bags to make sure you don’t get any shoe polish anywhere other than on your shoes, where it belongs. Continue reading…

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No need to fret if your canvas shoes have soaked up a few stains. Learn how to gently clean them so they don’t lose their shape.

Canvas shoes are a great universal shoe choice when it comes to everyday footwear, however, they tend to get dirty and lose their shape over time. So today, I’m going to show you how to clean your canvas shoes without throwing them in the washer, where they can get ruined, so they continue looking great for many years to come.

Supplies Needed to Clean Canvas Shoes

For this task, you will need a toothbrush, laundry detergent, baking soda, a clean sponge, and roll of paper towels. Continue reading…

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