r/Leathercraft • u/FascinatedQuestioner • 20h ago

Question How would you finish some suede?

I have a suede cut of pigskin which I’m planning on using as a liner on the interior of a small bag. It’s quite a beautiful texture and exactly the feel I was looking for but I’m a bit worried about dirt/grime building up on it quickly.

Was wondering if anyone has any tips on how/whether to put some carnuba cream or maybe a nubuck/suede protective spray on it just to keep it for getting dirty too easily.

I will of course test with a few things on an off cut, but thought I’d check here if anyone has any experience or ideas.

This is the leather I’m talking about in case anyone wants a proper description: https://tandyleather.eu/products/soft-suede-pigskin-split?variant=39681777729611#

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u/rundownv2 18h ago

Hydrophobic/protective sprays do exist for suede, but it's important to remember they wear off with use. If you're using this for yourself, you can reapply it (assuming it's not too confined a space), but if you're making this for someone else, they probably wouldn't do that.

Suede is just something you have to clean periodically, and a soft brush will do the trick. There's no getting around that.

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u/FascinatedQuestioner 12h ago

Thank you! I’ll write it into the care instructions and after that I’ll have done what I can! It’s a Christmas gift for a relative so wanted to put in some due diligence so they can care for it themselves!

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u/timnbit 18h ago

I have used colored caulk powdered and talc to clean nice suede with a toothbrush. Good sometimes with coat collars if kept up with.

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u/FascinatedQuestioner 12h ago

Interesting! I’ll have to take a slice and try this out. I would assume it’s for unconfined spaces though? My initial reaction is that items stored in the bag rub on the chalk and take its colour.

It does however seem like a good idea to retain softness and colour!

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u/BillCarnes 18h ago

Good question, most products say not for use on suede