Care of Dublin Rivers

[thorney84]

Just brought some Dublin River Boots and was wondering if anyone knows what kind of protective sprays or creams i can use? Thanx

 

[Baileyhoss]

ariat mallard wax brings them up nicely & helps with the waterproofing

 

[zoeshiloh]

I have Dubarry's which I think are pretty much the same thing, and I use Oakwood leather dressing - a huge pot cost me £20 and it is brlliant - brings up their colour and protects them too.

 

[thorney84]

Do you know where i can get it from? Just had a look at Derby house and Robinsons and they dont stock it. Thanx x

 

[Kat]

Look in Milletts or Blacks for the Nickwax products as they are designed not to damage the waterproof membrane and they do some that will also preserve the suede effect.

Normal products can damage the waterproof/breathable membrane (which is what makes them expensive) or can make the suede go shiney!

 

[d_s]

i tried polishing them... dont do it
im going to get some of that stuff suggested by zoeshiloh

 

[JustWilliam]

I use a can of Traditional Protector £4.95 from Jones the shoe shop on my Dublin Rivers. It keeps them waterproof and is for use on nubuck leather so you dont polish them. They also sell a cleaner for nubuck as well which I use. Has kept them looking good so far!

 

[black_n_white]

I used "Mr Jo Jo" a waterproofer/ conditioning was made by Urad (they have an ebay shop). It isn't meant for suede though so the orangey suede panels have gone a lovely chocolatey brown colour and look like leather which I actually prefer!

 

[bex1984]

I use Ariat Liquid Wax...does a great job although it does make them slightly darker. It keeps them waterproof though.