Every winter we face the same problem - the mud.and the salt, which is poured on the roads, practically kills the shoes. Even the shoes of the very good leather do not survive long. But there is a way to protect shoes and not permit the salty white shades disfigure it.

The most common means of caring for leather shoes is a silicon sponge. But do not entrust in it all expectations - it can only make a shiny effect of the shoes, and that not for long. The sponge is rapidly accumulating dust and dries. It is preferred a sponge that are really impregnate with silicone, otherwise it would not have even the minimum water-resistant effect.

But the shoe-polish is a really good protection. It protects against water and has beneficial effects on the leather. Remember that you have to apply the cream on a clean shoe.

The shoe washing must be done with a soft tissue and soap. Do not on any account apply harsh chemical means such as bleach, and the like. After washing, the shoes have to dry by themselves, without the help of a hairdryer or heater. To protect the shoes from deformation during drying, put inside a crushed newspaper.

Unlike ordinary leather shoes, chamois shoes cleaning is done when they are dry. Dust and dirt must be clean with a brush or special rubber. Such shoes also can be clean with help of foam cleaners for the rough material. And in extreme cases, the shoes are cleaned with a soapy water and ammonium chloride.