Sneaker & Shoe Care
Care Guides
Crown Northampton uses some of the world's best leathers and suedes to make our footwear. To care for these products and to increase their longevity, follow our material specific step-by-step guides below.
For Box Calf, Veg Tan Calf, Kudu & Buffalo Horween Leather
You will need:
Crown Northampton Shoe Trees (optional)
Horse Hair or Soft Bristle Brush
Saphir Creme 1925 (colour specific, neutral if no colour match is available)
Steps
1. Remove laces
2. Insert shoe trees (if you have them)
3. Use horse hair or soft bristle brush to remove dust and debris
4. Apply Saphir Renovateur Cream
5. Use a clean cloth
6. Work in using small circular motions
7. Allow to dry for 2-3 minutes
8. Brush over a second time
9. Apply Saphir Creme 1925 (colour specific, neutral if no colour match is available)
10. Use a clean cloth
11. Work in using small circular motions
12. Allow to dry for 3-4 minutes
13. Brush over for a final time
14. Buff with a clean cloth to finish
For Horween Shell Cordovan
Horween Shell Cordovan is often revered as one of the finest leathers on the planet. There is no reason that if cared for properly it won't last you a lifetime. Follow our care guide steps below for how to best protect and maintain your Crown Northampton Shell Cordovan sneakers.
You will need:
Crown Northampton Shoe Trees (optional)
Horse Hair or Soft Bristle Brush
Saphir Cordovan Cream (colour specific, neutral if no colour match is available)
Steps
1. Remove laces
2. Insert shoe trees (if you have them)
3. Use horse hair or soft bristle brush to remove dust and debris
4. Apply Saphir Nappa Cream
5. Use a clean cloth
6. Work in using small circular motions
7. Allow to dry for 2-3 minutes
8. Brush over a second time
9. Apply Saphir Cordovan Cream (colour specific, neutral if no colour match is available)
10. Use a clean cloth
11. Work in using small circular motions
12. Allow to dry for 3-4 minutes
13. Brush over for a final time
Advised Process:
Toecap And Heel Protection Shine
14. Apply Saphir Mirror Gloss
15. Use a clean cloth
16. Apply a light film of Saphir Neutral Mirror Gloss onto cloth
17. Add a touch of clean water to the cloth
18. Apply to toecap and heel areas using small circular motions
19. Repeat the process using Saphir Pat Deluxe
20. Allow to dry for 2-3 minutes
21. Brush over for a final time
For Horween Chromexcel
Horween Chromexcel is one of the finest leathers in the world. Follow our care guide steps to correctly maintain Crown Northampton products and achieve maximum longevity.
You will need:
Crown Northampton Shoe Trees (optional)
Horse Hair or Soft Bristle Brush
Saphir Oiled Leather Cream (colour specific, neutral if no colour match is available)
Steps
1. Remove laces
2. Use horse hair or soft bristle brush to remove dust and debris
3. Insert shoe trees if you have them
4. Apply Saphir Dubbin
5. Use a clean cloth
6. Create a light film all over sneakers
7. Allow dubbin to absorb into leather and dry for 1 hour
8. Brush over for a second time
9. Apply Saphir Nappa Cream
10. Work in using small circular motions
11. Allow to dry for 4-5 minutes
12. Brush over a third time
13. Apply Saphir Oiled Leather Cream (colour specific, neutral if no colour match available)
14. Use a clean cloth
15. Work in using small circular motions
16. Allow to dry for 4-5 minutes
17. Brush over for a final time
For Suede
Follow our step by step guide on how to remove marks from your Crown Northampton suede sneakers and add further protection from water and stains using Saphir Protector Spray.
You will need:
Steps
1. Use Saphir Gommadin Eraser
2. Gently rub to remove visible marks
3.Gently brush over with suede brush to restore nap
Further Protection With Saphir Protect Spray
4. Spray Saphir Waterproof Protector evenly over sneaker.
5. Allow to dry fully and then repeat for a second coat.
