Suede Cleaner 4.5

Suede Cleaner 4.5 by Leather Doctor® is a water-based, pH-balanced (4.5) suede sanitizer and cleaner for all suede types for a safe and effective clean.

A suede-safe cleaner with no risk of bleeds, rings, or browning that delivers without compromising delicate suede properties for:

• Napa-Suede,
• Split-Suede, and
• Shearling-Suede.

• ✅ No risk of side effects (bleeds, rings, or browning)
• ✅ Safe for natural and synthetic fabric linings (except silk and rayon)
• ✅ *Works in harmony with suede's natural oils, tannins, and dyes

 How Suede Cleaner 4.5 Works

• Suede Cleaner 4.5 is specially formulated to:
• Emulsify general soiling and suspend dirt for easy removal
• Gently penetrate and lift contaminants without over-drying
• Preserve suede’s natural softness by maintaining essential oils and fats

For best results, follow up with Suede Rinse 3.0 to remove all residue and restore suede to a healthy, squeaky-clean finish.

 Recommended Brushes & Erasers

• Pair Suede Cleaner 4.5 with the right tool for the best suede-safe results:
• Napa suede: Nylon Suede Brush 2
• Split suede: Brass Split Brush 3
• Hide suede: Steel Hide Brush 4
• Exfoliating:Suede Eraser 5

 Instructiion:

• 1️⃣ Dilute: Mix concentrate with distilled water (1:64 ratio) 
• 8 oz bottle: Add 224g
• 32 oz bottle: Add 894g
• 2️⃣ Prepare: Identify suede type, inspect, test, and remove dry soil before application.
• 3️⃣ Apply: Shake well, spray evenly, and agitate with the appropriate brush or eraser.
• Slant the brush at an angle to prevent scratches.
• 4️⃣ Dwell: Let the solution work for 3 to 30 minutes (but do not let it dry completely).
• 5️⃣ Extract: Use a Towel 5 or terry cotton towel to lift soil.
• 6️⃣ Rinse: Spray-rinse with Suede Rinse 3.0, brush, and extract with a towel until fully clean.

 Get the Ultimate Suede Care Experience

For professional suede cleaning and care, Suede Cleaner 4.5 is the safest and most effective choice! 

Related Products:

• To pH balance suede tackiness when necessary – use Acidifier 2.0.
• To hydrate stiff suede – use Hydrator 3.3.
• To soften and increase suede tensile strength – use Fatliquor 5.0.
• To impart a non-stick rub-resistant protection:
• Use Protector S or Protector S Plus for Napa Suede.
• Use Protector W or Protector W Plus for the coarse Split Suede.

Updated: April 1, 2025 by Roger Koh