Jun 28, 2009

How to Shine Shoes

Have you grown up, but still do not know how to shine shoes, including leather ones? Don't worry,read this.
There are a lot of opinions when it comes to the best way to shine a shoe. Everyone has their own unique twist from using spit to using a lighter to burn the shoes,Buy liquid and wax shoe polish in the color of your shoes. Wax takes a bit longer to use.

tep 1

Clean dust and dirt from the surface of your shoes or boots with a shoeshine brush or damp cloth.

Step 2

Select a can of wax or creme shoe polish that matches the leather you want to polish.

Step 3

Use a shoe polish brush to apply a conservative amount of polish to the surface of the leather. Brush in circular motions until the leather has a dull coating. Get into tight spots using an old toothbrush.

Step 4

Wait 15 minutes while the polish dries.

Step 5

Brush shoes or boots with a shoeshine brush.

Step 6

Buff to a gleaming shine with a clean cotton cloth, such as an old sweat sock or T-shirt.

Tips on Polishing Shoes

* Never ever polish suede, rough-out or patent leather shoes.
* Try to avoid ‘instant shine’ shoe polish as much as possible. It can harm your shoes.
* Never ever use black shoe polish on dark brown shoes or vice versa.