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Suede Soot Remover 5.3 (Soot 5.3) Instruction

Instruction

Step 1: Decontamination 
Product: Suede Soot Remover 5.3 (Soot 5.3) 

1. Vacuuming and dry brushing (90% of the work):

  • Do not use any liquid at first.
  • Vacuum with a soft bristle nozzle, holding the vacuum one millimeter from the surface (without crushing the soot) to remove loose particles.
  • Next, use a dry soot sponge (latex) by dabbing, or a brass/rubber suede brush very gently to eject the remaining carbon from the fibers.

2. Applying the foam (Only for the remaining soot shadow):

  • Pump the foam onto a soft nylon brush.
  • Brush the entire item (for example, the whole shoe or the entire bag panel) from one seam to the other.
  • Wipe immediately with a clean white towel by transfer (blotting) to absorb the suspended soot.
  • If you only clean a localized stain, the water will create a permanent ring on the suede.

3. Drying and straightening the hair:

  • Allow the suede to air dry completely (approximately 12 to 24 hours).
  • The suede will initially appear flat and stiff.
  • Once completely dry, rub vigorously but gently with a clean suede brush to straighten the fibers and restore its original soft appearance.

Continue with this 5-step holistic system:

Step 2: Stabilization

1. Purpose:
To neutralize cleaner residues from step 1 and block dyestuffs.
 
2. Immediate Application:
While the fiber is still slightly damp from step 1, spray
 
3. Leave on for 2 to 3 minutes: 
The acidity will tighten the fibers and neutralize the ash's alkalinity.

4. Drying and Transfer:
Gently rub with a clean folded cotton towel to remove any remaining alkaline salts.

5. Technical Pause:
Allow the suede to dry in a ventilated room until it is slightly cool to the touch (15-20% residual moisture) before proceeding to the next step.

Step 3: Deodorization

1. Purpose:
Eliminate smoke odors from the upper layers and relax the fiber.
 
2. Spray Application:
Apply Smoke 3.7 evenly.
The slight increase in pH (from 3.0 to 3.7) gently reopens the suede's pores.

3. Massage:
Work the product in by massaging the surface with a clean brush or microfiber cloth.

4. Reaction Time:
Let the product stand for 5 minutes to destroy surface odor molecules.

Step 4: Hydrating

1. Purpose:
To open the suede's internal channels and eliminate ingrained odors.

2. Controlled Saturation:
Generously spray Hydrator 3.3.

The pH drops to 3.3 to maximize surface tension.

3. Wrapping (Optional for extreme cases):
For very stubborn odors, cover the area with plastic wrap for 12 to 24 hours.

4. Check:
The suede must be evenly softened and moist, ready to receive the fatliquor.


Step 5: Fatliquoring 

1. Purpose:
To replace the diminishing natural fats and oils in suede.

2. Wet application:
Apply Fatliquor 5.0+ directly onto the still-damp suede from step 4.

3. Capillary Penetration:
The fats and oil will follow the path traced by the Hydrator 3.3 to replenish the fibers deeply.

4. Complete Drying:
Allow the suede to air dry completely (preferably 24 hours).
As the water evaporates, the fats and oils bind to the fibers, restoring the suede's suppleness.


Step 6: Conditioning

1. Purpose:
To seal in fats and oils, with a buttery feel, and permanently close the pores.
 
2. Finishing Brushing:
Once the leather is completely dry, vigorously brush the suede against the grain to recreate its velvety appearance.

3. Conditioning:
Spray a thin layer of Conditioner 3.2+ over the entire surface.

4. Final Drying:
Allow to dry for 30 minutes.
The conditioner imparts a buttery feel, locks in the fats and oils, and shields against sticky soiling.