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Suede Stain Removal

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Adhesive

  1. 1Let the glue dry completely, then peel it off gently
  2. 2For any leftover residue, dab a tiny bit of rubbing alcohol on a cotton swab — touch only the glue spot
  3. 3Apply leather conditioner or brush suede nap back afterward

✗ Do not: use nail polish remover or strong solvents — they permanently strip leather and suede finishes

Biological

  1. 1Blot up as much as you can immediately — do not spread it
  2. 2Once completely dry, rub lightly with a suede brush
  3. 3Use a suede eraser on any leftover mark

✗ Do not: get suede wet on purpose — water makes suede stain permanently

  1. 1Blot up as much as you can immediately — do not spread it
  2. 2Once completely dry, rub lightly with a suede brush
  3. 3Use a suede eraser on any leftover mark

✗ Do not: get suede wet on purpose — water makes suede stain permanently

  1. 1Blot up as much as you can immediately — do not spread it
  2. 2Once completely dry, rub lightly with a suede brush
  3. 3Use a suede eraser on any leftover mark

✗ Do not: get suede wet on purpose — water makes suede stain permanently

  1. 1Blot up as much as you can immediately — do not spread it
  2. 2Once completely dry, rub lightly with a suede brush
  3. 3Use a suede eraser on any leftover mark

✗ Do not: get suede wet on purpose — water makes suede stain permanently

Breast Milk

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  1. 1Blot up as much as you can immediately — do not spread it
  2. 2Once completely dry, rub lightly with a suede brush
  3. 3Use a suede eraser on any leftover mark

✗ Do not: get suede wet on purpose — water makes suede stain permanently

Cosmetics

  1. 1Blot the excess and let it dry
  2. 2Rub the dried residue with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush the texture back with a suede brush

✗ Do not: use liquid makeup removers on suede — they soak in and stain permanently

  1. 1Blot the excess and let it dry
  2. 2Rub the dried residue with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush the texture back with a suede brush

✗ Do not: use liquid makeup removers on suede — they soak in and stain permanently

Foundation

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  1. 1Blot the excess and let it dry
  2. 2Rub the dried residue with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush the texture back with a suede brush

✗ Do not: use liquid makeup removers on suede — they soak in and stain permanently

  1. 1Blot the excess and let it dry
  2. 2Rub the dried residue with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush the texture back with a suede brush

✗ Do not: use liquid makeup removers on suede — they soak in and stain permanently

Drinks & Beverages

  1. 1Blot it up right away — do not rub
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to restore the texture

✗ Do not: use water-based sprays on suede — moisture leaves permanent marks

White Wine

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  1. 1Blot it up right away — do not rub
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to restore the texture

✗ Do not: use water-based sprays on suede — moisture leaves permanent marks

  1. 1Blot it up right away — do not rub
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to restore the texture

✗ Do not: use water-based sprays on suede — moisture leaves permanent marks

  1. 1Blot it up right away — do not rub
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to restore the texture

✗ Do not: use water-based sprays on suede — moisture leaves permanent marks

  1. 1Blot it up right away — do not rub
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to restore the texture

✗ Do not: use water-based sprays on suede — moisture leaves permanent marks

  1. 1Blot it up right away — do not rub
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to restore the texture

✗ Do not: use water-based sprays on suede — moisture leaves permanent marks

  1. 1Blot it up right away — do not rub
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to restore the texture

✗ Do not: use water-based sprays on suede — moisture leaves permanent marks

  1. 1Blot it up right away — do not rub
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to restore the texture

✗ Do not: use water-based sprays on suede — moisture leaves permanent marks

Food

  1. 1Wipe off the excess and blot with a dry cloth
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush the texture back with a suede brush

✗ Do not: apply water or sprays — suede soaks up liquid stains

Tomato Sauce

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  1. 1Wipe off the excess and blot with a dry cloth
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush the texture back with a suede brush

✗ Do not: apply water or sprays — suede soaks up liquid stains

  1. 1Wipe off the excess and blot with a dry cloth
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush the texture back with a suede brush

✗ Do not: apply water or sprays — suede soaks up liquid stains

  1. 1Wipe off the excess and blot with a dry cloth
  2. 2Let it dry completely, then rub with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush the texture back with a suede brush

✗ Do not: apply water or sprays — suede soaks up liquid stains

Ink & Dye

  1. 1Let the ink dry completely before you do anything
  2. 2Rub the dried ink gently with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to bring the texture back

✗ Do not: use any liquid on suede — it causes permanent water stains

Ballpoint Pen

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  1. 1Let the ink dry completely before you do anything
  2. 2Rub the dried ink gently with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to bring the texture back

✗ Do not: use any liquid on suede — it causes permanent water stains

  1. 1Let the ink dry completely before you do anything
  2. 2Rub the dried ink gently with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to bring the texture back

✗ Do not: use any liquid on suede — it causes permanent water stains

Highlighter

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  1. 1Let the ink dry completely before you do anything
  2. 2Rub the dried ink gently with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush with a suede brush to bring the texture back

✗ Do not: use any liquid on suede — it causes permanent water stains

Oils & Fats

  1. 1Cover the stain with cornstarch and leave it overnight to draw out the oil
  2. 2Brush it off with a suede brush
  3. 3Rub any leftover mark with a suede eraser, then brush the texture back

✗ Do not: use water or liquid cleaners on suede — oil and water together create permanent marks

  1. 1Cover the stain with cornstarch and leave it overnight to draw out the oil
  2. 2Brush it off with a suede brush
  3. 3Rub any leftover mark with a suede eraser, then brush the texture back

✗ Do not: use water or liquid cleaners on suede — oil and water together create permanent marks

  1. 1Cover the stain with cornstarch and leave it overnight to draw out the oil
  2. 2Brush it off with a suede brush
  3. 3Rub any leftover mark with a suede eraser, then brush the texture back

✗ Do not: use water or liquid cleaners on suede — oil and water together create permanent marks

Mayonnaise

Full guide →
  1. 1Cover the stain with cornstarch and leave it overnight to draw out the oil
  2. 2Brush it off with a suede brush
  3. 3Rub any leftover mark with a suede eraser, then brush the texture back

✗ Do not: use water or liquid cleaners on suede — oil and water together create permanent marks

Salad Dressing

Full guide →
  1. 1Cover the stain with cornstarch and leave it overnight to draw out the oil
  2. 2Brush it off with a suede brush
  3. 3Rub any leftover mark with a suede eraser, then brush the texture back

✗ Do not: use water or liquid cleaners on suede — oil and water together create permanent marks

Outdoor

  1. 1Let the mud dry fully, then brush off with a suede brush
  2. 2Rub any leftover mark with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush the texture back with a suede brush

✗ Do not: apply any liquid to suede — it soaks in and stains

  1. 1Let the mud dry fully, then brush off with a suede brush
  2. 2Rub any leftover mark with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush the texture back with a suede brush

✗ Do not: apply any liquid to suede — it soaks in and stains

  1. 1Let the mud dry fully, then brush off with a suede brush
  2. 2Rub any leftover mark with a suede eraser
  3. 3Brush the texture back with a suede brush

✗ Do not: apply any liquid to suede — it soaks in and stains

Paint

Paint Water Based

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  1. 1Blot wet paint immediately with a dry cloth
  2. 2Dab with a slightly damp cloth while it's still wet
  3. 3For leather: apply conditioner after drying. For suede: brush the nap once dry

✗ Do not: use harsh solvents or soak the fabric — causes permanent staining

Paint Oil Based

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  1. 1Blot up the excess immediately — do not rub
  2. 2Dab a tiny bit of mineral spirits on a cloth and press gently on the stain
  3. 3Apply leather conditioner, or brush back suede nap after treatment

✗ Do not: scrub hard or use strong solvents — they permanently damage the surface

Rust

  1. 1Mix cream of tartar with a little lemon juice to make a paste and apply it to the stain
  2. 2Leave for 10 minutes, then wipe off gently with a damp cloth
  3. 3Apply leather conditioner or brush back suede nap after treatment

✗ Do not: use rust remover products on leather or suede — they're too strong and will strip the finish

Wax

Candle Wax

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  1. 1Let the wax harden completely, then carefully pick off the pieces
  2. 2Use a suede brush to remove the remaining bits
  3. 3Rub any waxy residue with a suede eraser

✗ Do not: apply heat or liquid solvents to suede — both cause permanent damage