Brush-it Oxblood Leather Paint 27 – 25ml Opaque Shoe Paint with Brush

Description

Brush-it Oxblood Leather Paint 27 – deep burgundy cover-up in a pot with its own brush

Sometimes a cream will not do it. The finish has been scraped off the toe, the colour has gone patchy along a scuffed edge, or you simply fancy a pair of plain shoes in a far better colour. That is where this oxblood leather paint comes in: a highly opaque paint in a 25ml pot with the brush built into the lid.

Oxblood 27 is that deep, slightly brown burgundy – the colour of a good pair of Oxfords or a well-worn Chelsea boot. Because the paint is genuinely opaque, it covers what is underneath rather than tinting it, so you can go over black, brown or a badly faded red and end up with an even burgundy.

It works on smooth leather shoes and boots, on leather trainers, and on textiles and synthetic materials too. The brush in the lid means you can work precisely along a welt or into a scuffed corner without setting up a whole workbench.

Why choose Brush-it Leather Paint?

Where this paint earns its keep:

• Genuinely opaque. Covers the existing colour instead of blending with it, so you can change a shoe from black to burgundy rather than just deepening it.
• Brush in the lid. Precise enough for welts, edges and small repairs, with no extra kit to buy.
• Not just for leather. Smooth leather, leather trainers, textiles and synthetics all take it, which makes it useful for mixed-material shoes.
• A rich, wearable shade. Oxblood is a deep burgundy with a brown note – smart rather than bright, and very forgiving of small imperfections.
• Small pot, big coverage. 25ml is plenty for a pair of shoes in thin coats, and the pot reseals properly between projects.

How to use Brush-it Leather Paint

Preparation is nine tenths of a good paint job. Do not skip the cleaning step:

1. Brush off the loose dirt, take the laces out and remove any insoles you can.
2. Clean the uppers thoroughly with a leather cleaner and a cloth. This opens the pores and strips off old wax, polish and paint so the new colour keys properly.
3. Mask the sole edge, the lining and anything else you do not want painted with tape.
4. Stir the paint, then brush on a thin, even layer. Resist the urge to load the brush – thin coats dry harder and crack far less.
5. Let each coat dry thoroughly, then add a second or third until the coverage is even. On textiles you will usually need one coat more than on leather.

Let the finished shoes stand overnight before wearing them. Paint that feels dry to the touch is not yet fully cured, and creasing it too early is what causes flaking.

Specifications

• Volume: 25ml pot with brush in the lid
• Type: Highly opaque leather and shoe paint
• Colour: 27 Oxblood – deep brownish burgundy
• Suitable for: Smooth leather shoes and boots, leather trainers, textiles and synthetics
• Not suitable for: Suede and nubuck
• Brand: Brush-it
• Price: £7.99

Frequently asked questions

Can I paint black shoes oxblood?

Yes – that is precisely what an opaque paint is for. Clean them properly first, then build up three or four thin coats. Expect the first coat to look alarming; it evens out as you go.

Will it crack when the shoe creases?

Not if you keep the coats thin and let each one dry properly. Cracking is almost always caused by one thick layer, or by wearing the shoes before the paint has fully cured.

Do I need a leather cleaner first?

Yes, and it is the step people regret skipping. Factory finishes, old polish and wax stop the paint bonding, and paint that has not bonded will peel at the first crease.

Where can I buy Brush-it oxblood leather paint in the UK?

You can order Brush-it Oxblood Leather Paint 27 directly from Shoespecialist.co.uk. We offer free delivery on orders over £50, same-day dispatch when you order before 5pm, and a 60-day return policy.