- Revive balding or matted spots by rubbing the area with a strip of fine sandpaper (about as rough as a nail file). Then, using the same pressure you would to check a pulse, work in a vertical—not circular—motion.
- To remove salt stains, brush the area with a suede brush (a firm toothbrush also works) doused in a 50/50 white vinegar and water solution. Let the spots dry overnight, then go over them lightly with a clean, dry brush.
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How-To (trick)
Easy Suede Repairs You Can Do at Home
We asked Nick Valenti from B. Nelson Shoes in New York (one of our favorite repair shops) to share his tricks for keeping delicate pieces in top form.
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