Applying the conditioner or waterproofing treatment make sure that water is soaked fully into the boot leather applying the treatment immediate after cleaning the leather is ideal.
Waterproof leather treatment.
But there are a few ways to protect leather from water which is the closest you ll get to being able to waterproof it.
Plus leaving the laces in will make it difficult to treat and waterproof the boots leather tongue.
Waterproofing sprays or waxes provide a coating to your shoe to repel water snow baby drool etc.
Waterproofing leather isn t common but it is a doable diy project.
They ll only get in the way if you leave them in the boots.
While waterproof leather which typically comes at a premium cost features a hydrophilic wax injection or the application of a water wicking surfactant you can use off the shelf products to waterproof you leather jacket at home.
Keep in mind real leather is a natural material incredibly porous and will never be completely waterproof.
Be sure to read product descriptions and product application instructions carefully before you buy and use a waterproofing treatment.
Set the laces aside in a safe place.
So always know to look for lanolin as an ingredient in leather care products and use that knowledge to get exactly what you want out of your material.
Before you begin treating or waterproofing the leather be sure to take out the laces.
One option is to use a spray protectant or other commercial waterproofing product designed specifically for leather.