TRG Easy Dye 108 Ochre – Leather, Canvas and Synthetic Shoe Dye 25ml

Description

TRG Easy Dye 108 Ochre – Leather, Canvas and Synthetic Shoe Dye 25ml – a warm golden-brown revival for tired leather and canvas

Ochre is one of those lovely, earthy shades that sits somewhere between soft tan and warm mustard, with a golden depth that looks wonderful on brogues, desert boots and canvas trainers. TRG Easy Dye 108 Ochre lets you bring that rich autumnal colour to smooth leather, synthetic leather and canvas at home, without any special kit or a trip to the cobbler.

I get a lot of customers who have a favourite pair of tan or light-brown shoes that have gone patchy and dull, and this little pot is exactly what they need. It is water-based and solvent-free, comes with a clever double-sided sponge, and covers beautifully, so you can refresh a faded pair or give plain canvas a warm golden makeover in an afternoon.

Why choose TRG Easy Dye 108 Ochre?

• A warm, golden ochre tone – a rich earthy yellow-brown that flatters tan leather and natural canvas, perfect for an autumnal, vintage look.
• Water-based and solvent-free – a kinder, low-odour formula that is safer to use at home, with none of the harsh fumes you get from old-fashioned spirit dyes.
• Dyes leather, synthetic leather and canvas – one little pot handles smooth leather shoes, faux-leather bags and canvas trainers, so it is brilliant for mixed-material footwear.
• Handy double-sided sponge included – one side gently keys the surface so the dye grips, the other lays the colour down evenly, so you get a neat finish with no extra brushes to buy.
• Covers scuffs and worn patches – the high pigment load hides scrapes, tide-marks and faded areas, bringing tired shoes back to life instead of sending them to the bin.
• Flexible finish that moves with the leather – once dry it will not crack, peel or rub off in normal wear, so your refreshed shoes keep looking smart for months.

How to use TRG Easy Dye Ochre

1. Wipe the shoes clean and remove any dirt, polish or grease with a little rubbing alcohol or a leather de-greaser, then let them dry.
2. Take the rougher side of the included sponge and gently key the surface, so the dye has something to grip.
3. Mask off soles, stitching and any parts you want to keep clear, and stuff the shoes with paper to hold their shape.
4. Using the smooth side of the sponge, apply the dye in thin, even coats, working in one direction for a streak-free look.
5. Let each coat dry for around an hour, then build up two or three thin layers until you reach the depth of colour you want.
6. Leave the final coat to cure for a few hours, then buff gently with a soft cloth. I like to finish with a matching TRG shoe cream to feed the leather and lock in the shine.

Specifications

• Volume: 25ml
• Type: water-based, solvent-free liquid dye
• Applicator: double-sided sponge included
• Colour: Ochre
• Suitable for: smooth leather, synthetic leather and canvas
• Not suitable for: suede or nubuck
• Brand: TRG the One

Frequently asked questions

What shade is Ochre?
Ochre is a warm, golden yellow-brown – think of the colour of dried mustard or soft honey leather. It sits between a classic tan and a deeper camel, so it is ideal for warming up faded tan shoes or giving pale canvas a rich, earthy glow.

Can I use Ochre to lighten a dark brown shoe?
I have to be honest with you here: dye can deepen, warm or refresh a colour, but it cannot lighten leather. Ochre works beautifully over lighter, faded or natural shades, but it will not turn a dark brown or black shoe into a lighter ochre.

Do I need a separate lacquer or topcoat?
No, and that is one of the things I love about it. TRG Easy Dye sets to a hard-wearing, flexible finish on its own, so there is no fiddly finisher to buy. If you want a little extra water resistance I would simply add a matching TRG shoe cream or a spray protector once the dye has fully cured.

Where can I buy TRG Easy Dye 108 Ochre in the UK?
You can order TRG Easy Dye 108 Ochre 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, so you can shop with complete peace of mind.