Leather is hardwearing, breathable and provides a high level of support, making it an ideal material for footwear construction. During leather production, tanning agents are added to maintain the structure of leather and prevent microbial growth. If leather becomes wet its breathability will be reduced, leading to wet feet from condensation.

Also, when leather absorbs water, tanning agents are lost. Nikwax Waterproofing Wax for Leather™ provides instant Durable Water Repellency (DWR), stopping leather from absorbing water and ‘wetting out’ while maintaining breathability. It also replenishes tanning agents to maintain the support of leather footwear without over-softening.

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• Safe product to use on breathable waterproof footwear
• Provides instant Durable Water Repellency (DWR)
• Maintains breathability and replenishes tanning agents in leather
• Non-flammable, contains no harmful solvents and is free of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) and fluorocarbons
• Specifically designed and optimized for smooth leather footwear
• WaterBased formulation directed to leaks
• Can be used on wet or dry leather and will not over-soften

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• Minimized product effect on the environment and the consumer
• WaterBased, non-aerosol, non-flammable, non-hazardous and environmentally friendly
• Contain no harmful solvents or volatile organic compounds (VOCs)

• Completely free of fluorocarbons

• For best results clean footwear using Nikwax® Footwear Cleaning Gel™.
• Waterproofing Wax for Leather™ will convert nubuck to a smooth waxy finish.
• Shake well before use.
• Rub the wax thoroughly into wet or dry clean leather, using either the sponge applicator or your fingers, paying special attention to seams.
• Remove any excess with a cloth and buff to a shine.
• Note: May darken leather.

• Test on a hidden area first.

• Always allow footwear to dry naturally
• Leave footwear to dry at room temperature. 
• Paper can be stuffed into the toes to absorb excess moisture, this should be replaced when wet.
• Keep footwear away from fires and radiators, drying too quickly can crack leather and cause bonded soles to peel.