Oil stain removal for leather shoes

[bengal-stripe]

Saint Crispin's on their web site
http://www.saint-crispins.com/

recommends to use either lighter fluid (Naphta) or "˜Spirits of Turpentine'

Saddle soap alone is often not enough in order to remove the old, thick layers of wax. For this purpose use naphtha (lighter fuel) or better still pure spirits of turpentine. Both of these are available in art supply shops. Put a few drops of naphtha or spirits on a ball of cotton wool and rub the shoes vigorously. Do not starve the cotton ball! Oil and grease stains can usually be removed using this method. Please do not ever use acetone or paint remover to clean your shoes.

http://www.saint-crispins.com/downlo...s_shoecare.pdf

 

[rabiesinfrance]

Is this dirt, or is the layer of colour wearing off? Top-end zugs.

 

[Omega Oner]

I also had the joy of having mayo spilled on my new Allen Edmonds in Walnut, with the result being three lovely oil stains. Upon getting home that night, i piled on Corn Starch. In the morning, some of the stains appeared less apparent. I rubbed the stains down with some tissue, and again the stains seemed less apparent, however still visible and unsightly. Just now i piled on some more corn starch and hopefully will have them in better shape once i get home.