Cowboy Boot Leather Treatment

Properly treating cowboy boots enhances durability and character.

Expensive cowboy boots consist of high quality leather that combines style and water resistance. Although leather cowboy boots require little maintenance, applying the proper treatments occasionally will enhance their visual appeal while prolonging shelf life.

Cleaning

When dirt accumulates over leather cowboy boots, it eats away at the fibers that make the boots resilient. Leather cowboy boots should always be cleaned before conditioner or polish is applied. A damp cloth will remove dirt and dust easily. Drying boots at room temperature is essential before applying any type of treatment.

Conditioner

A high-quality leather conditioner prevents dryness while keeping leather soft. Two thin coats of a lanolin-based conditioner will keep leather cowboy boots flexible but strong.

Polish

Cream boot polish will add shine and luster to leather cowboy boots, keeping new ones looking new and restoring vitality to older ones. Some polishes also enhance the leather's water resistance.

Protection

Although leather is naturally waterproof, it still requires protection from excessive exposure to wet conditions. Treating leather cowboy boots with water protector will help leather repel water rather than absorbing it.

References

• Allens Boots: Boot Care
• Cowtown Cowboy Outfitters: Boot Care