Nubuck Cleaner 4.5

Nubuck Cleaner 4.5 by Leather Doctor is a universal, mild, water-based cleaner designed for nubuck, suede, and most natural and synthetic fabric linings (excluding rayon and silk). With a pH-balanced formula of 4.5, it effectively cleans without causing rings, browning, or other common side effects, making it a safe and reliable choice for delicate materials.

People Also Ask:

1. How Does Nubuck Cleaner 4.5 Works?
2. What is the Nubuck 4.5 Cleaning System?
3. What Tools is use with Nubuck 4.5 system?
4. How to Apply Nubuck 4.5?
5. How to Rinse with Nubuck Rinse 3.0?
6. How to Remove Stubborn Soiling?
7. What are the Related Products Recommendations?
8. Nubuck Leather Problem Solving Guide?

1 How Does Nubuck Cleaner 4.5 Work?

Nubuck 4.5 effectively emulsifies oily soils and suspends particulates for safe and thorough cleaning. Its water-based formula penetrates deep into the fibers, loosening dirt and lubricating soiling for easy removal. Designed to work in perfect harmony with nubuck’s natural components—including tanning agents, preservatives, dyes, and fatliquor—it ensures a gentle yet effective cleaning process without compromising the leather’s integrity.

2 What is the Nubuck 4.5 Cleaning System?

The Nubuck 4.5 Cleaning System offers a comprehensive, holistic approach to cleaning nubuck. After using Nubuck 4.5, it is highly recommended to follow up with Rinse 3.0. This step helps to remove any remaining residue, ensuring a clean, healthy squeak that signals thorough cleansing. It also prevents any potential buildup from overworking the cleaner, leaving your nubuck free of residues and properly balanced.

3 What Tools is use with Nubuck 4.5 system?

1. Nubuck 4.5 works with Nubuck Nylon Brush 2 and Nubuck Eraser 4.

4 How to Apply Nubuck 4.5?

1. Mix: Dilute 1 part Nubuck 4.5 concentrate with 64 parts distilled water before use.
2. Inspect: Identify and test a hidden area to check for any adverse reactions.
3. Dry Soil Removal: Ensure dry soil is removed before cleaning.
4. Shake: Shake the bottle well before spraying the solution onto the nubuck surface.
5. Nubuck Brush 2: Gently agitate the cleaner into the nubuck.
6. Dwell: Allow the cleaner to dwell for 3 to 30 minutes, or until it has suspended the soiling but before it dries.
7. Extract: Use a dry, absorbent towel to gently blot and extract the suspended dirt and residues.

5 How to Rinse with Nubuck Rinse 3.0

1. Mix: Dilute 1 part Nubuck Rinse 3.0 concentrate with 40 parts distilled water before use.
2. Rinse: Spray Nubuck Rinse 3.0 onto the surface to remove any remaining residue and suds.
3. Extract: Use a highly absorbent towel to gently blot and extract the rinse solution and any loosened dirt.

6 How to Remove Stubborn Soiling?

1. Prep 4.4 is recommended to remove stubborn soiling before other specialty products from the Nubuck Leather Problem Solving Guide.

7 What are the Related Products Recommendations?

1. Acidifier 2.0 for tackiness reduction.
2. Hydrator 3.3 for hydrating and relaxing stiffness.
3. Fatliquor 5.0 for softening and strengthening.
4. Protector S for a non-stick rub-resistant protection.

6. How to Use the Nubuck Problem-Solving Matrix?

The matrix categorizes common issues with Nubuck into five groups: Soil, Stain, Odor, Structure, and Finish (listed in the left column). Corresponding recommended products are displayed across the top row. Each number within the matrix indicates the steps required to address the problem holistically.

For example:
If a leather issue involves an unknown compound that combines soil, stain, and odor, follow the sequence across the matrix, combining necessary steps from each category. The process should always conclude with

1. Hydrator 3.3 to rehydrate and relax the leather.

2. Fatliquor 5.0 to replenish lost fats and oils, restoring suppleness.

3. Conditioner S conditioning the leather for ongoing durability.