Boot Care Guidelines

General Guidelines for Boot Care

Treat the leather on the outside of your boots- If applicable, treat the leather on the inside of your boots as well

• Use a seam sealer for extreme conditions
• Pay attention to seams and rivets when waterproofing
• Clean your boots after each use and re-treat as needed
• Allow boots to air dry- Do not use a heat source
• Take boots to a knowledgeable cobbler for repairs

What should I use to treat my new boots?

• For a general purpose waterproofing product, we have found that Nikwax Aqueous Wax Leather Waterproofing performs the best
• Re-apply this product as necessary or after every use in severe conditions
• We also recommend that you occasionally condition the leather Nikwax Waterproofing Wax for Leather
• It is possible to use petroleum-based products too much, so apply only occasionally
• A seam sealer will also help to keep water out
• Please note these products may darken the color of the leather

What if my boots are Gore-Tex?

• We recommend treating the leather on your Gore-Tex boots the same as you would on any other leather boot
• The durable waterproofness of the Gore-Tex membrane is not affected by leather conditioners, silicone, oil or shoe polish