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    Leather Shoe Care

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    How to Clean, Care and Protect your Leather Shoes - In 5 simple steps

    Are your Chelsea boots, business shoes or high heels looking a little tired and dirty?
    If you are dressing for a meeting with clients, a dinner with friends or a party, cleaning your leather shoes and restoring their original freshness will go a long way to helping you look sharp.

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    Step 1

    Start by removing the laces. Then insert shoe trees or stuff the shoes with newspaper to ensure they keep their shape.

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    Step 2

    Brush away any dirt and wipe the shoes with a damp cloth. Stubborn spots or stains can be removed by applying ECCO Shoe Shampoo and then leaving to dry for 15 minutes.

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    Step 3

    Gently message ECCO Smooth Leather Care Cream on to the shoe's upper and brush the shoe to help the leather absorb the cream. If you do this every day, it will help to keep the leather smooth and supple.

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    Step 4

    Apply shoe polish for a shiny new look or use ECCO Revive with a cloth for a high shine. Let the shoes dry and wipe away any excess before brushing vigorously.

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    Step 5

    Finally, use a water-repellent spray to better protect your shoes against wet weather. Spray the ECCO Repel from 10 inches/25cm away and leave your shoes to dry for 15 minutes.

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