How to Remove Dark Scuffs From Shoes
Light scuffs on leather shoes can usually be handled with a coat of shoe polish. But dark scuffs, especially on lighter-colored shoes, call for refinishing. With a few supplies from the shoe repair shop, you can do it yourself.
- Difficulty:
- Moderately Easy
Instructions
Things You'll Need
- Leather Preparer
- Shoe Refinishing Spray
- Cream Shoe Polish
- Masking Tape
- Light-colored Cloth
- Soft, clean cloth
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Purchase a refinishing spray such as Nulife at a shoe repair shop. Take the shoes with you so that you can match them to the color chart.
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Use masking tape to mask off the sole and heel of the shoes. Only the leather upper should be exposed.
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Find a well-ventilated area to work in. Using a light-colored cloth, wash the leather with leather preparer. Let dry. Repeat until the leather has a dull, even finish.
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Apply the refinishing spray to the shoe. Spray it on evenly and lightly. Repeat until the leather has an even color, allowing it to dry between coats.
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Remove the tape. Polish the shoes with cream polish and a soft, clean cloth.
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Tips & Warnings
Help prevent scuffs by polishing your shoes regularly. Cream shoe polish is a good choice, because it comes in a wide range of colors and has staying power.
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Comments
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I tried baking soda, toothpaste , but nothing worked to remove a scuff mark from my yellow heels, my hubby suggested I try hand cleaner..it worked, I put a small amount on a cotton swab and gently rubbed , just the mark....i used go-jo hand cleaner!
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Nov 22, 2005
Use nail polish remover to get rid of dark scuffs on shoes. It works every time!
