Hey that's awesome. Thanks for watching. Which mink oil you've used? I'd love to know what nubuck boots you have if you don't mind sharing brand and model👍🏼🥾
lol well, maybe it's time to buy some boots my guy :) Thanks a bunch for your comment. That was exactly my intention before starting this YT channel: To make helpful videos and get straight to the point avoiding as much as possible the marketing and UA-camr's BS. Mink oil it's decent for making your leather boots water repellent, it won't waterproof them but it definitely helps if you have to go through a little puddle of water or if it rains a little bit. Thanks for watching Adrian
Used to do that and have to say that I regret, as it seams to go rancid over time and slightly weakened the leader after couple months? Dedicated leather oils are safe (and can double as massage oils, if they're natural).
I like the effect mink oil paste has on suede. Hardens it some and gives it a shine without the skin texture of normal leather. My suede wallet has gotten to the point it heals scratches just by putting it in and out of my pocket. Does darken, but it's worth the trade off imo. Thanks for the video!
wow, that's a full-stack :) They don't keep their original texture do they after applying all those products? Btw, those Invaders really look like either tractors or tanks :)) Thanks for sharing btw Adrian
@@BestForMyFeet no the texture is gone.. well worth the water proofing.. work in the woods all day logging. Mudd, rock, dirt, snow, water.. also all the brush and thorns all punishing the boots day in day out...
@@BestForMyFeet I also found the invaders to be a super comfortable boot. My feet never hurt from day one from any kind of break in.. I mink oiled them right away before my first time wearing them. They have awsome grip when walking through the woods. Great grip when walking on the down timber..
But isn't it better for them to be waterproof from the mink oil rather than have nice texture? They're work boots so I'm confused why it's fashion over function.
You spent $300 on Timberland? You bought the wrong boot. For that kind of money, you could have bought a boot with a Goodyear welt or Pacific Northwest stitchdown.
@@Dylan9664 Timberland advertising had you believe that they were "premier". Timberlands are glued together. The glue fails eventually. The soles fall off. I know. I made the same mistake 6 times. Every pair of Timberland, the soles fell off long before anything else failed.
@@chinatownboy7482No prob, sole repair is always cheap on timberlands since it's just need a glue and tons of replacement. Timb's upper never upset me.
I don't care about the nubuck texture, I got the Nubuck boots for around $20 bc the company covered most of the cost, as long as the mink oil past doesn't actually ruin the leather, I'm fine with it.
This is going to sound weird, but a simple way to remove the mink oil completely from nubuck is to scrub them down with hair shampoo and a nylon brush. Let the boots dry for about 48 hours, then hit them with a dry nylon brush to restore the texture.
@@MeteCanKarahasanHow would silicon ruin the stitching? I use silicon oil on my fake PU leather boots because silicon oil is good at keeping plastic supple and prevents the boots from cracking where the foot bends and gives the boots a good shine. It gets on the stitching all the time and does nothing at all.
Hey Sam, I really appreciate the nice words, thanks for watching. The mink oil spray did darkened the leather a tiny bit. Not as much as the mink oil liquid but you can see the boot become darker. Especially if your boots are yellowish/ light color like mine. Hope it helps. Let me know👍🏼 Adrian
Use acetone to completely remove the mink oil paste from the boots. Follow up with a warm water and saddle soap wash. Rinse the boots thoroughly with warm water and let dry overnight at room temperature.
@@stevenroche9874That's what you want it to do. I've seen professional cobblers use acetone on 1000 dollar dress shoes inorder to remove colour. But after doing that they immediately use a conditioner so leather does not dry out. Like Saphir Renovateur.
i think wax dont ruin suede or nobuck, as there are many brands with waxed suede ou waxed roughtout like truman, meermin or even clarcks... Just a diferent texture, but ruin? i dont think so. If you are looking just for waterproofing suede or similar, the best product is a waterproofing spray like Tarrago Nano or Saphir Super invulner. Just an opinion :)
Ah so its the same as what mink oil paste does to soft suede leather, my other boots had full grain leather, but a super soft and fuzzy ish tounge, not sure how to describe it, but it basically made the leather look super wet
Nice one brother. Sorry, unfortunatelly I haven't used any natural oil/wax on my suede work boots yet so I can't give you any recommendations there. But I will buy some stuff and try it on my boots and see how it goes. I'll make a video of the results. (Keep an eye on the channel 👀)
@@BestForMyFeet Almost every video or article in the internet about conditioning/waterproofing suedes with oils or waxes I have found altered the color a shade or two darker and changed the look and finish of the suede to a more smooth leather like.. I like my matte finish camel tan suede chelsea boots as it is and don't want to ruin the color or the texture while protecting it from dirt and water. I guess if you want to just preserve the original color and texture of your suedes and nubucks then it's better to just use a hydrophobic spray. Hope you do a video on a waterproof spray.
@@virathiyam5401 I'll add it to the list of topics. I need to buy a new pair of suede boots to test the products since I've ruined mine using mink oil PASTE on them. The "safest" product I've used on my suede/nubuck work boots was mink oil spray. Spray it from a safe distance and then just brush the leather. I did that after washing my work boots in the washing machine. Check out this video ua-cam.com/video/cSxrZsl0JGM/v-deo.html or the article if you prefer bestformyfeet.com/washing-suede-work-boots/ If you have suggestions of other products you've heard are good for nubuck and suede boots let me know and I'll get those for a test as well.👍🏼
Nice boots brother, I use Mink Oil on my TImberlands but I only use Angelus Genuine Professional Mink Oil Conditioner Spray, Never used paste as ive been told it would ruin the nubuck. Great Video brother! Exactly what I was looking to confirm.
Yo, that's awesome to hear Alfredo. I'm glad that my experience helped you my man. Exactly, if you use the mink oil in spray version and then brush it a little bit your Timbs or any nubuck leather boot will be safe.🤜🤛 Saludos, Adrian
For those that don’t know, IF you use mink oil paste on suede or leather, IT WILL DARKEN THE SHOE! I personally like it but most don’t. If you want to draw the mink oil out, cover the shoes with baking soda or cornstarch! Cornstarch is best. After they sit in the cornstarch for a couple of days, simply brush the cornstarch off. Voila. It absorbed all the moisture and returns your shoes to its natural finish. You’re welcome.
I need to buy a pair brother, unfortunately I have none at the moment but the effects will be very similar since suede is just like nubuck but a bit softer, a bit more sensitive. So if you want to use mink oil on suede boots just stick to the mink oil spray solution. Adrian
@@jian8832 it could, for sure but if you're careful and do it gently you will be alright. Shake the mink oil spray before applying. Keep the spray bout 15-20 cm away from the boots and move the boot as you apply the spray. Use a horse hairbrush to spread it more evenly. I never had problems with this in the past. Did it to my boots and suede shoes too... Hope this helps. Good luck my man! Adrian
I used mink oil on my nubucks today after seeing your video. No regrets, i like the look of them more now.
Hey that's awesome. Thanks for watching.
Which mink oil you've used? I'd love to know what nubuck boots you have if you don't mind sharing brand and model👍🏼🥾
Dude solid video. You get straight to the point with these edits, I don't own any boots lol just wanted to see how water repellent mink oil is
lol well, maybe it's time to buy some boots my guy :)
Thanks a bunch for your comment. That was exactly my intention before starting this YT channel:
To make helpful videos and get straight to the point avoiding as much as possible the marketing and UA-camr's BS.
Mink oil it's decent for making your leather boots water repellent, it won't waterproof them but it definitely helps if you have to go through a little puddle of water or if it rains a little bit.
Thanks for watching
Adrian
I used cooking oil with my timbs and it restores the texture since my timbs is dry AF.
Used to do that and have to say that I regret, as it seams to go rancid over time and slightly weakened the leader after couple months? Dedicated leather oils are safe (and can double as massage oils, if they're natural).
I like the effect mink oil paste has on suede. Hardens it some and gives it a shine without the skin texture of normal leather. My suede wallet has gotten to the point it heals scratches just by putting it in and out of my pocket. Does darken, but it's worth the trade off imo. Thanks for the video!
I use mink oil on my nubuck caterpillar invaders then use bees wax plus conditioner on top.. I like the look of the change afterwards.
wow, that's a full-stack :) They don't keep their original texture do they after applying all those products?
Btw, those Invaders really look like either tractors or tanks :))
Thanks for sharing btw
Adrian
@@BestForMyFeet no the texture is gone.. well worth the water proofing.. work in the woods all day logging. Mudd, rock, dirt, snow, water.. also all the brush and thorns all punishing the boots day in day out...
@@BestForMyFeet I also found the invaders to be a super comfortable boot. My feet never hurt from day one from any kind of break in.. I mink oiled them right away before my first time wearing them. They have awsome grip when walking through the woods. Great grip when walking on the down timber..
But isn't it better for them to be waterproof from the mink oil rather than have nice texture? They're work boots so I'm confused why it's fashion over function.
Many ppl wear work boot looking shoes and even Timberland for aesthetic. More city folks do this
You spent $300 on Timberland? You bought the wrong boot. For that kind of money, you could have bought a boot with a Goodyear welt or Pacific Northwest stitchdown.
Idk when our boy bought his Tim’s but I know a little over a decade ago Tim’s we’re the premier work boot
@@Dylan9664 Timberland advertising had you believe that they were "premier". Timberlands are glued together. The glue fails eventually. The soles fall off. I know. I made the same mistake 6 times. Every pair of Timberland, the soles fell off long before anything else failed.
@@chinatownboy7482No prob, sole repair is always cheap on timberlands since it's just need a glue and tons of replacement. Timb's upper never upset me.
Living in Texas. Timberland boots are for city folks. Justin boots, double H, and Ariat boots. I’ll pay $300. Not for Timb’s.
@@MERC28303 I have owned Ariat. Not buying again. Tony Lama is good in the price range.
I don't care about the nubuck texture, I got the Nubuck boots for around $20 bc the company covered most of the cost, as long as the mink oil past doesn't actually ruin the leather, I'm fine with it.
If that's the case then you have nothing to worry about 🙂👍🏼
This is going to sound weird, but a simple way to remove the mink oil completely from nubuck is to scrub them down with hair shampoo and a nylon brush. Let the boots dry for about 48 hours, then hit them with a dry nylon brush to restore the texture.
I'm curious as to why that might work?! Will test it next time I get some nubuck work boots :)
Hair shampoo contains silicone, it will ruin your stitching.
@@MeteCanKarahasanOnly if you clean your shoes weekly. Once every three or 4 months no problems.
@@MeteCanKarahasanHow would silicon ruin the stitching? I use silicon oil on my fake PU leather boots because silicon oil is good at keeping plastic supple and prevents the boots from cracking where the foot bends and gives the boots a good shine. It gets on the stitching all the time and does nothing at all.
@@eraldorh it is bad on real stitching.
Great video. Did the mink oil spray cause any darkening of the nubuck?
Hey Sam, I really appreciate the nice words, thanks for watching.
The mink oil spray did darkened the leather a tiny bit. Not as much as the mink oil liquid but you can see the boot become darker.
Especially if your boots are yellowish/ light color like mine.
Hope it helps. Let me know👍🏼
Adrian
@@BestForMyFeetI have a pair of charcoal nubucks i'm looking to darken a shade or 2. I'll give it a try. Thanks!
@@samng3958 awesome. I think it will work. Please let us know how it went 🤜🏼🤛🏼
If the fibers get stuck down and shiny use a brass bristled brush
Use acetone to completely remove the mink oil paste from the boots. Follow up with a warm water and saddle soap wash. Rinse the boots thoroughly with warm water and let dry overnight at room temperature.
Thanks for the tip Steven, I might test this and see how it goes👍🏼
@@BestForMyFeet Acetone will strip all waxes and conditioners from leather.
@@stevenroche9874That's what you want it to do. I've seen professional cobblers use acetone on 1000 dollar dress shoes inorder to remove colour. But after doing that they immediately use a conditioner so leather does not dry out. Like Saphir Renovateur.
i think wax dont ruin suede or nobuck, as there are many brands with waxed suede ou waxed roughtout like truman, meermin or even clarcks... Just a diferent texture, but ruin? i dont think so. If you are looking just for waterproofing suede or similar, the best product is a waterproofing spray like Tarrago Nano or Saphir Super invulner. Just an opinion :)
I use Minge oil on mine
Ah so its the same as what mink oil paste does to soft suede leather, my other boots had full grain leather, but a super soft and fuzzy ish tounge, not sure how to describe it, but it basically made the leather look super wet
I like the look of your boots with mink oil!
Well, I've ruined them, but at least they look good, isn't it? haha.
@@VampireDrip it wasn't the spray though as I've sprayed them many times and never had a problem. It was the mink oil paste that ruined them.
Mink oil darkens leather - either decide you don't mind, or use something else Saphire makes a suede and nubuck conditioner / water proofer.
Thanks buddy almost was going to is mink oil paste. Thank you i went bought spray instead
Hey, that's great. I'm glad you watched this at the right time🙂🤜🏼🤛🏼
Well done bro.. liked and supported.. Do you have any alternative natural oil/wax which won't darken light suedes ?
Nice one brother. Sorry, unfortunatelly I haven't used any natural oil/wax on my suede work boots yet so I can't give you any recommendations there.
But I will buy some stuff and try it on my boots and see how it goes. I'll make a video of the results. (Keep an eye on the channel 👀)
@@BestForMyFeet Almost every video or article in the internet about conditioning/waterproofing suedes with oils or waxes I have found altered the color a shade or two darker and changed the look and finish of the suede to a more smooth leather like..
I like my matte finish camel tan suede chelsea boots as it is and don't want to ruin the color or the texture while protecting it from dirt and water.
I guess if you want to just preserve the original color and texture of your suedes and nubucks then it's better to just use a hydrophobic spray.
Hope you do a video on a waterproof spray.
@@virathiyam5401 I'll add it to the list of topics. I need to buy a new pair of suede boots to test the products since I've ruined mine using mink oil PASTE on them.
The "safest" product I've used on my suede/nubuck work boots was mink oil spray.
Spray it from a safe distance and then just brush the leather. I did that after washing my work boots in the washing machine.
Check out this video ua-cam.com/video/cSxrZsl0JGM/v-deo.html or the article if you prefer bestformyfeet.com/washing-suede-work-boots/
If you have suggestions of other products you've heard are good for nubuck and suede boots let me know and I'll get those for a test as well.👍🏼
@@BestForMyFeet Thank bro.. sure will do.. keep uploading those goodies..
Nice boots brother, I use Mink Oil on my TImberlands but I only use Angelus Genuine Professional Mink Oil Conditioner Spray, Never used paste as ive been told it would ruin the nubuck. Great Video brother! Exactly what I was looking to confirm.
Yo, that's awesome to hear Alfredo. I'm glad that my experience helped you my man.
Exactly, if you use the mink oil in spray version and then brush it a little bit your Timbs or any nubuck leather boot will be safe.🤜🤛
Saludos,
Adrian
For those that don’t know, IF you use mink oil paste on suede or leather, IT WILL DARKEN THE SHOE! I personally like it but most don’t. If you want to draw the mink oil out, cover the shoes with baking soda or cornstarch! Cornstarch is best. After they sit in the cornstarch for a couple of days, simply brush the cornstarch off. Voila. It absorbed all the moisture and returns your shoes to its natural finish. You’re welcome.
thank you so much! ❤
Surely you'd use Dublin Proof to condition suede?
Worrying about the look of work boots 🙄
I do like to look good at work. That says a lot about your professionalism.
It's not always posible to keep my boots looling good tho...
Bro try it on a suede boots.
I need to buy a pair brother, unfortunately I have none at the moment but the effects will be very similar since suede is just like nubuck but a bit softer, a bit more sensitive. So if you want to use mink oil on suede boots just stick to the mink oil spray solution.
Adrian
@@BestForMyFeet do you think it would destroy the hairy texture?
@@jian8832 it could, for sure but if you're careful and do it gently you will be alright.
Shake the mink oil spray before applying. Keep the spray bout 15-20 cm away from the boots and move the boot as you apply the spray. Use a horse hairbrush to spread it more evenly.
I never had problems with this in the past. Did it to my boots and suede shoes too...
Hope this helps. Good luck my man!
Adrian
Hello,,
Hello my friend 🙂 thanks for stopping by👍🏼
Wow. Not to bright.
Agreed, i also don't care about the nubuck looks. It's already tougher than the smooth type leather and why not making it more tough? Lmao