How do you use a waterproofing spray on leather shoes?

The shoes must be clean, dry and already nourished. The spray is applied as indicated on the packaging, in light layers and in a ventilated area, and left to dry before the shoes are worn. It reduces the effect of moisture but does not turn the shoe into a membrane boot: after a rainy day let them dry at room temperature and repeat the treatment if the leather starts to absorb water.

Does the Leather Protector replace the Oil Tanned Leather or the grease?

No. They are two different steps: the Oil Tanned Leather and the Graisse nourish the leather, the Leather Protector adds a layer on the surface. You nourish first and protect after; the spray does not give back the oil the leather loses.

Can the Graisse Paraboot be used on Red Wing Shoes?

Each brand prepares its own products for its own leathers: on oil tanned leathers the reference is the Oil Tanned Leather by Red Wing Shoes, on Paraboot smooth leathers the Graisse. For cross use, the manufacturer's indication on the packaging is the authority.

Shoe Care

Q: What you'll find in this collection

All the products in the section are ongoing: no new-season arrivals. With fall, rain and damp put leather shoes to the test again, and it is the time to check which pairs need oil or grease and to give all of them the protective layer. The **Leather Protector** by Red Wing Shoes, a brand founded in 1905, is applied before the rains, on clean, already nourished shoes. On the smooth leathers of Paraboot, founded in 1908, the step that prepares for the cold season is the **Graisse**, followed by the Gants Lustrer. For oil tanned leathers the reference remains the **Oil Tanned Leather**.

Q: Which product for which leather

You choose by material, not by the brand on the shoe. Oil tanned leather: Oil Tanned Leather. Smooth leather: Graisse Paraboot, then Gants Lustrer for polishing. On both, if rain is expected, the Leather Protector after nourishing. Suede and nubuck are a separate case: greases and oils can alter their color and texture, so before using any product on a suede leather, check on the packaging that it is indicated.

Q: How to choose

### Laces and cleaning: where to start

Leather Protector and Oil Tanned Leather by Red Wing Shoes, Graisse and Gants Lustrer by Paraboot: products to keep the leather of your shoes nourished, protected and polished. Anyone looking for a waterproofing spray for shoes will find here the protective spray from Red Wing Shoes, to be applied after the oil or the grease and not instead of them. In our Pier Paolo Marotta store in Formia we have paired the maintenance products of the same brands with the Red Wing Shoes and Paraboot footwear. They are ongoing items, not tied to a season.

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Oil Tanned Leather

€45,00 €37,90 Save 16%

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Graisse Paraboot Shoe Care Grease

€19,00 €16,90 Save 11%

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LEATHER PROTECTOR

€15,00 €12,90 Save 14%

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Paraboot

GANTS LUSTRER

€39,00 €34,90 Save 11%

Features and Types

Leather shoe care follows a specific sequence: cleaning, conditioning, protection, polishing. The products in this section cover the last three steps and target different aspects of the leather: none replaces another.

Conditioning leather: Oil Tanned Leather and Graisse

Leather loses oil through wear, rain, and heat. If the oil is not replenished, it tends to dry out and stiffen: the signs are gradual dulling on smooth leathers and dry patches on oil-tanned leathers. TheOil Tanned Leatherfrom Red Wing Shoes is the product for oil-tanned leathers, oil-impregnated during processing, supple and destined to develop a patina over time. TheGraisse Parabootis the brand's grease for smooth leathers: apply a small amount with a soft cloth and allow it to absorb before polishing.

Protecting: Leather Protector spray

TheLeather Protectorfrom Red Wing Shoes is a protective spray: it adds a surface layer to the leather before exposure to moisture. It is the product in this section for those looking for a shoe waterproofing spray, with one clear caveat: a protective spray is not equivalent to a waterproof membrane. The level of water resistance and suitable materials are those stated by the manufacturer on the packaging. Apply to clean, dry leather after conditioning.

Polishing: Gants Lustrer

I Gants Lustrerfrom Paraboot complete the routine: they serve to buff smooth leather after the grease has absorbed, evening out shine without adding extra product.

What you will find in this collection

The products in this section are all carryovers: no seasonal releases. As autumn arrives, rain and moisture test leather footwear again, making it time to check which pairs need oil or grease and apply a protective layer to all. TheLeather Protectorfrom Red Wing Shoes, a brand founded in 1905, is applied before rainy weather to clean, conditioned shoes. On smooth leathers from Paraboot, founded in 1908, the step to prepare for the cold season isGraisse, followed by the Gants Lustrer. For oil-tanned leathers, the reference remainsOil Tanned Leather.

How to Choose

Laces and Cleaning: Where to Start

Clean before applying any product. Remove the laces so they do not get stained with grease and to reach the tongue easily; remove dust and mud with a soft brush or dry cloth; let the shoes dry at room temperature, away from radiators and heaters, as direct heat dries out and stiffens leather. Dirty laces should be washed separately; frayed or broken ones replaced. This section contains no laces: it includes only leather care products.

Which Product for Which Leather

Choose based on the material, not the brand on the shoe. Oil-tanned leather: Oil Tanned Leather. Smooth leather: Graisse Paraboot, followed by Gants Lustrer for polishing. On both, if rain is expected, apply Leather Protector after conditioning. Suede and nubuck are separate cases: greases and oils can alter their color and texture, so check the packaging before using any product on suede leather.

Where to Start

Our advice, as a stockist of Red Wing Shoes and Paraboot footwear, is to start with two products: one to condition, selected according to the leather type, and the protective spray. Polish is only needed for smooth leathers and can wait.

FAQ

How do you use a waterproofing spray for leather shoes?

Shoes must be clean, dry, and already conditioned. Apply the spray as directed on the packaging, in light coats and in a well-ventilated area, then allow to dry before wearing. It reduces the impact of moisture but does not transform the shoe into a membrane boot: after a rainy day, dry at room temperature and repeat the treatment if the leather begins to absorb water.

Does Leather Protector replace Oil Tanned Leather conditioner or grease?

No. They are two distinct steps: Oil Tanned Leather conditioner and Graisse nourish the leather, while Leather Protector adds a surface layer. You condition first and protect after; the spray does not restore lost oils.

Can Paraboot Graisse be used on Red Wing Shoes footwear?

Each brand formulates its products for its specific leathers: for oil-tanned leathers, Red Wing Shoes Oil Tanned Leather is the standard; for smooth Paraboot leathers, Graisse. For cross-use, always refer to the manufacturer's directions on the packaging.

How often should leather shoes be treated?

There is no fixed schedule: frequency depends on use and climate. The most reliable indicator is the condition of the leather—dulling on smooth leather, dry or stiff areas on oil-tanned leather. Treating at the first signs works better than waiting for advanced deterioration. A check at every seasonal change is a solid starting point to adjust based on actual wear.

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