Tarrago Bordeaux Nubuck Dabber 011 – 75ml Colour Reviver for Suede and Nubuck

Description

Tarrago Bordeaux Nubuck Dabber 011 – 75ml Colour Reviver for Suede and Nubuck — rich burgundy back in the nap

Bordeaux is a wonderful shade on suede and a cruel one to own, because red pigments are the first to surrender to sunlight. A pair that started life as a deep burgundy slowly turns brick, then a chalky rose across the toe box, and no amount of brushing will put the depth back. Only pigment will, and that is what this bottle carries.

The Tarrago dabber is a 75ml bottle with a sponge applicator set into the neck. Press it to the leather, let the sponge charge, and work the colour into the nap where it is needed. Because this bordeaux nubuck dabber puts colour exactly where you aim it, you can rescue a sun-bleached vamp without touching the panels that are still perfectly good.

It is a reviver rather than a dye, so it renews the tone, feeds the fibres and adds a little water and dirt resistance while leaving the nap soft, open and matt.

Why choose the Tarrago bordeaux nubuck dabber?

• Precise, patch-by-patch colour. The sponge head means you can treat a bleached toe or a rubbed heel counter on its own, rather than committing to recolouring both shoes from end to end.
• Holds the true burgundy tone. The pigment tops up the red that daylight strips out, so the shoes go back to a deep bordeaux instead of drifting towards a flat brown.
• Keeps the nap soft and matt. Matched to the open fibre structure of suede and nubuck, so the leather stays velvety and never turns stiff or shiny after treatment.
• Feeds as well as tints. Napped leather dries out like any other. Moisture goes back in alongside the colour, which keeps the fibres supple where the shoe bends.
• Better water and dirt resistance. A treated nap sheds a shower and light dirt far better than a dried-out one, which means noticeably fewer marks to deal with later.
• Roughly three to five pairs a bottle. The 75ml size lasts several seasons for most people, and the screw cap keeps the remainder in good condition between uses.

How to use the Tarrago bordeaux nubuck dabber

Ten minutes of work and a little patience while it dries is all this asks, but do not be tempted to skip the brushing at either end of the job.

1. Brush the shoes thoroughly with a suede brush to lift out dust and raise the nap before any colour goes near them.
2. If they are genuinely dirty, clean them with a suede cleaner and let them dry naturally at room temperature, never on a radiator.
3. Shake the bottle vigorously so the pigment is properly mixed, as a half-hearted shake is the most common cause of a patchy finish.
4. Test on a hidden spot such as the inside heel, and judge the shade only once that test patch has fully dried.
5. Press gently and work in even, sweeping strokes across a whole panel so the coverage stays consistent rather than concentrated.
6. Leave for around 40 minutes at room temperature, brush the nap up again, and add a second light coat if the bordeaux wants more depth.

My tip from behind the counter

Bordeaux drifts between pairs more than almost any other shade, so the hidden test patch really matters here. Tanneries mix their burgundies differently and a boot that has spent two summers in the sun will have shifted on its own. Dab a little inside the heel, let it dry fully, and hold it against the least worn part of the shoe. If it looks close there, it will look right everywhere.

Specifications

• Volume: 75ml bottle
• Type: Colour reviving liquid with a built-in sponge applicator
• Shade: 011 Bordeaux, a deep burgundy red
• Suitable for: Suede and nubuck shoes, boots, bags, jackets and gloves
• Not suitable for: Smooth leather and patent leather
• Coverage: Roughly three to five pairs per bottle
• Brand: Tarrago, made in Spain

Frequently asked questions

My suede has faded unevenly. Will this even it out?

It will, provided you treat the whole panel rather than only the palest patch. Work across the complete section, from seam to seam, so the new colour blends into the areas that have held their tone rather than stopping in a visible line.

Is bordeaux the same as burgundy or oxblood?

Bordeaux and burgundy describe the same family, a deep red with a hint of brown. Oxblood usually sits a shade darker and browner. Shade 011 is a true bordeaux, which suits most burgundy suede uppers well.

Can I use it on a suede bag or jacket?

Yes. Bags, jackets, gloves and boot shafts all take the same treatment. On a large area like a jacket panel, work in overlapping strokes and keep going while the surface is still damp so there is no hard edge.

Where can I buy the Tarrago bordeaux nubuck dabber in the UK?

You can order the Tarrago bordeaux nubuck dabber 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.