If I use this on my black timberland boots, will there be any color distortion or change?
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It might look darker when it's wet, but as it dries and being black you should see no color change in my experience. If you're worried about it just try it on a small patch on the back of the boot, but you should be fine. Good Luck
290165
No the leather will remain just as it was, it might discolor it slightly to a darker shade. They recommend to try it on a hidden spot first. I haven't noticed any color change myself.
1120264
did not noticibly darken any of the boots we used it on. One pair was a camel tan similar to original timberland boot color. After it dried couldn't tell the difference. Yes would work be sure to use a couple coats
73226
It says on the can that it is okay for leather and swede but I used it on a fake suede and it worked beautifully. No change in color or texture.
1997737
it will darken your boots a little, it probably takes the place of the oil since you need to heat the boots up so that it will absorb the wax, it did soften the leather and if you work in mud like I do, the mud does absorb the wax and it will need to be reapplied every month or two
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If you're talking about the black stuff (the picture as sent by Amazon.com is not high res enough for me to see it clearly), no, that's not normal and you should not fond that acceptable. My pair is great, does not get grungy and I love them.
1657981
*probably* not but this product will darken your boots so maybe they will not be as noticeable. I use this on a pair of sheepskin Mocs which stain easily and am happy with the result.
1582513
It should not darken leather, but as the directions state, you have to check a small area first. I use it on two pair of light brown cowboy boots (I have nine pair of cowboy boots and all but two which are suede get this product) and it has not darkened the leather at all. I also have used it on multiple pairs of Red Wing boots (the ones made in USA, not their import products), and none of them have darkened from using it. However, as to the Red Wing boots, I send them to Red Wing for re-soling, and the last pair they oiled, which does slightly darken the leather.
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I don't see any distortion, I use it for tying small flies for fly fishing.
445959
The best way would be to try it on a test spot of the same acrylic paint, and then test it on old shoes of the same material, or a small hard to see area of your shoes. Good luck.
762359
Yes. If you can imagine what the boot would look like soaking wet, that is the color this product will permanently make your boot.
746879
I have used it on dark color ugg boots: my black ones and my dark brown ones. I discovered that it leaves a slight yellowish discoloration on light shoes (ie: cream, white, taupe, light grey color shoes). I would recommend it for darker colors only.
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According to the label, it can be used on Suede and Nubuck, but NOT on smooth leather. So I would use it on your Minnetonka boots only if they are suede or nubuck leather.
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It will temporarily darken some areas of the leather. I had some medium brown boots and it darkened some areas that were more worn. I actually liked the effect as it made the leather look richer and less ashy.
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I painted a pair of boots i have. Theyre not real leather but that fake shiny pleather and it worked great. It stuck really well. It covered nicely. I painted a black boot red and none of the black came through. It dried quickly. I did it overnight. I only used maybe two coats.
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Christine, I use it on suede as well. For example, I soaked a pair of suede shoes in the rain. Used Bicks 5 on them and brought them back to life [like new]. The shoes were darkened a bit at first, but later returned to their original color. I love this stuff. Threw my Lexol leather treatment away when I found this.
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I have only used it on my 2 pair of work boots extensively, but I have also used it some on my leather belts. I apply it using my fingers using a light coating, then repeating if needed. It will make the leather slightly darker. I plan on using it on my grandson's ball glove too. Good stuff. It offers slight water proofing and leaves a slight film so I'm not sure what the grip on the football will be. You might want to experiment on the tip of the ball.