Your Shruds boots are built to last-genuine leather only gets better with age when it's looked after properly. Here's how to keep your boots looking as bold as the day you got them.

How to Clean Leather Boots

Dirt and dust break down leather over time if left to sit, so a quick clean after regular wear goes a long way.

Wipe down the surface with a soft, dry cloth or a clean, soft-bristle brush to remove loose dirt after each wear.
For deeper grime, use a damp (not wet) cloth and mild soap made for leather, never soak the boots or run them under water.
Let them air dry naturally, away from direct heat or sunlight. Heat sources like radiators or hairdryers can crack and shrink leather.
Conditioning Your Leather Boots

Leather is a natural material-it needs moisture to stay flexible and avoid cracking.

Condition your boots every 4–6 weeks with a leather conditioner or cream, especially if you wear them often.
Apply in small circular motions with a clean cloth, then buff off any excess.
Conditioning also helps restore shine and deepens the color over time-part of what makes leather boots age so well.

Weatherproofing & Everyday Protection
Apply a leather protectant spray before first wear and reapply every few weeks, especially before monsoon season or heavy rain exposure.
If your boots do get wet, stuff them with newspaper to hold their shape and let them dry slowly at room temperature-never near direct heat.

Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight, which can fade and dry out leather over time.

Storage Tips
Store boots upright using boot shapers or rolled paper to help them hold their form.
Keep them in a cool, dry place away from humidity, which can lead to mold or mildew on leather.
Avoid stacking heavy items on top of stored boots-this can crease or deform the leather.

Quick Do's and Don'ts

Do:

Clean after every few wears
Condition regularly to prevent cracking
Let boots dry naturally and slowly

Don't:

Machine wash or soak leather boots
Use direct heat to dry them
Store boots in damp or humid spaces

With the right care, a good pair of leather boots can last for years-that's the whole idea behind Shruds. Bold design, built to hold up.