Leather Care
HOW TO: CARE FOR YOUR SHINOLA LEATHER GOODS
Born in Detroit, Shinola is a design brand with an unwavering commitment to crafting lasting products, from watches to leather goods and even a hotel. We celebrate timeless design and thoughtful craftsmanship with products and stories that inspire people to live well and be confident in a style that is uniquely their own.
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USA Heritage
Vachetta Leather
If leather becomes wet, blot with a dry, clean and soft cloth to remove standing water, and then air dry. Note that leather is suseptible to water damage/stains. Apple Brand Leather Care Rain & Stain Repellent may be used on Shinola leather goods to reduce water damage/stains - always test in an inconspicuous area first.
Use a leather balm/cream, such as Apple Brand Leather Care Leather Conditioner, Chamberlain's Leather Milk Healing Balm, or Chamberlain's Leather Formula No. 1, annually or as needed to condition the leather item, lessen scuffs/scratches and prolong product life. Using a clean cloth or soft sponge, apply a small amount of balm or conditioner to the leather surface in a light circular motion.
Spot conditioning may cause uneven color as leather balms or conditioners may darken leather. For best results, follow conditioning product instructions. Over conditioning may leave undesired residue on leather surface.
Always test all creams and balms in a hidden area first as leather will darken.
Natural Leather
If leather becomes wet, blot with a dry, clean and soft cloth to remove standing water, and then air dry. Note that leather is suseptible to water damage/stains. Apple Brand Leather Care Rain & Stain Repellent may be used on Shinola leather goods to reduce water damage/stains - always test in an inconspicuous area first.
Use a leather cream, such as Apple Brand Leather Care Leather Conditioner or Chamberlain's Leather Milk Formula No. 1, annually or as needed to condition the leather item and prolong life. Using a clean cloth or soft sponge, apply a small amount of conditioner to the leather surface in a light circular motion. Spot conditioning may cause uneven color as leather conditioners may darken leather. For best results, follow conditioning product instructions. Over conditioning may leave undesired residue on leather surface.
Always test all creams and balms in a hidden area first as leather will darken.
Natural Grain
If leather becomes wet, blot with a dry, clean and soft cloth to remove standing water, and then air dry. Note that leather is suseptible to water damage/stains. Apple Brand Leather Care Rain & Stain Repellent may be used on Shinola leather goods to reduce water damage/stains - always test in an inconspicuous area first.
Use a leather cream, such as Apple Brand Leather Care Leather Conditioner or Chamberlain's Leather Milk Formula No. 1, annually or as needed to condition the leather item and prolong life. Using a clean cloth or soft sponge, apply a small amount of conditioner to the leather surface in a light circular motion. Spot conditioning may cause uneven color as leather conditioners may darken leather. For best results, follow conditioning product instructions. Over conditioning and heavy balms may leave undesired residue on leather surface.
Always test all creams and balms in a hidden area first as leather will darken.
Navigator
If leather becomes wet, blot with a dry, clean and soft cloth to remove standing water, and then air dry. Note that leather is susceptible to water damage/stains. Apple Brand Leather Care Rain & Stain Repellent may be used on Shinola leather goods to reduce water damage/stains - always test in an inconspicuous area first.
Use a leather balm/cream, such as Apple Brand Leather Care Leather Conditioner, Chamberlain's Leather Milk Healing Balm or Chamberlain's Leather Formula No. 1, annually or as needed to condition the leather item, lessen scuffs/scratches and prolong product life. Using a clean cloth or soft sponge, apply a small amount of balm or conditioner to the leather surface in a light circular motion.
Spot conditioning may cause uneven color as leather balms or conditioners may darken leather. For best results, follow conditioning product instructions. Over conditioning may leave undesired residue on leather surface.
Always test all creams and balms in a hidden area first as leather will darken.
Suede
Apple Brand Leather Care Rain & Stain Repellent may be used on Shinola leather goods to reduce water damage/stains - always test in an inconspicuous area first.
Always test all suede cleaners and protectants in a small area first as suede feel or color may change.
Nubuck
Nubuck is a durable, top-grain leather that is buffed on the outside to give it a velvety feel.
Apple Brand Leather Care Rain & Stain Repellent may be used on Shinola leather goods to reduce water damage/stains - always test in an inconspicuous area first.
Always test all suede cleaners and protectants in a small area first as suede feel or color may change.
Shearling
This premium shearling is derived from sheep hide and features unbelievably soft curly wool.
Never soak shearling or apply heat to dry. Always test cleaning in a small area first.
Dyneema
Dyneema® Composite Fabric is an ultra lightweight performance material that is 15 times stronger than quality steel and 40% stronger than aramid fiber, both on weight for weight basis. It is water resistant and built to stand the test of time.
Recycled Materials
This lightweight material is made from 100% recycled polyester and REPREVE fibers, an innovative material created from upcycled ocean-bound plastic bottles.
Canvas/Denim
Use a dry, clean, and soft cloth to dust or remove debris.
Spot clean with a soft cloth dampened with a small drop of mild soap and water allowing to air dry. Always test a small area first, when cleaning. Note that color transfer to or from some fabrics is possible.
Waxed Canvas
Classic, hardwearing cotton-based ripstop canvas with a waxed treatment to make it durable and water-resistant.
Before rewaxing, ensure that the bag surface has been cleaned and completely dried. Use a lint roller to remove any lint or debris from the surface.
Using a gloved hand, apply a small daub of wax to the canvas in the area to be re-wax and rub into the canvas in a circular motion ensuring the coat of wax is even.
Use a heat gun, or hair dryer, to heat up the wax allowing it to liquify and blend into the fibers. Use fingers to evenly spread the wax in a circular motion while moving the heat around at the same time to prevent burning.
Let the freshly waxed bag dry overnight. If there are any areas of excessive wax, reheat until the wax liquifies and blot with a clean paper towel. Blend wax into the surface and allow to dry overnight.