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jburgh · Feb 2nd, 2009, 12:28 PM

In this thread you fill find tips and experiences for cleaning and protection the outside of BV items such as bags, shoes, accessories.

sona · Feb 6th, 2009, 04:22 PM

Thanks for starting this thread Jburgh. Im really keen on reading what every one has to say so Ill start with a question, since I dont have any solution/experiences yet:)

I just got my first Bottega. Its white and I am worried about dirtying it. Following Jburghs advice I called Nicole at Atlanta boutique and she adviced me to treat the bag with Meltonian water and stain protector. Here is a link to the product Jburgh sent me

http://www.cedarshoetree.com/shop/pr...products_id=58

I havent used it yet, just ordered it. Any experiences with this product. What is the difference between Meltonian brand and Appleguard? Does one work better on a particular type of leather compared to the other? Any helpful experiences? Thanks!

BagLovingMom · Feb 28th, 2009, 02:08 PM

Here's my experience: I just got my first BV- a large Veneta in the Copper Rame (Love Her!) Anyways, I am a big user of Appleguarde products, particularly the AppleGuarde spray and the cream leather conditioner. On my BV I gave it a light spray with the Apple Guarde Spray, and it was just great. No lingering smell, no spotting, nothing bad at all. I did not use the cream though, a little apprehensive given the metallic finish. HTH

stormy · Feb 28th, 2009, 02:48 PM

I take my Ferro Sloane most everywhere with me. I haven't treated it with anything, as I am afraid that any product will get stuck in the basketweave of the leather. Do you think it's necessary to treat it?

adoptastray · Feb 28th, 2009, 06:55 PM

I'm a big fan of Shining Monkey spray protectorant (is that a word?). It is very fine and leaves no spots. I'd be afraid to use any sort of cream conditioner on BV. So I go the preventative route with the spray and not buying light colors that are impractical for me. I did use the Shining Monkey spray on my gold metallic YSL bag and it didn't alter the finish one bit.

LT bag lady · May 10th, 2009, 11:29 PM

I am considering a BV in Lotus (very light pink from S/S07). The outlet has a few bags in this color. Has anyone sprayed Shiny Monkey or Appleguard on this color?
TIA!!

1qaz2wsx · Jun 7th, 2009, 03:09 AM

what kind of treatment do you use on your exotic bags? Looks like most of the people use appleguard, any comments? thks!

angelalam5 · Jun 7th, 2009, 07:59 PM

Originally Posted by BagLovingMom

Here's my experience: I just got my first BV- a large Veneta in the Copper Rame (Love Her!) Anyways, I am a big user of Appleguarde products, particularly the AppleGuarde spray and the cream leather conditioner. On my BV I gave it a light spray with the Apple Guarde Spray, and it was just great. No lingering smell, no spotting, nothing bad at all. I did not use the cream though, a little apprehensive given the metallic finish. HTH

I can attest to this also. I sprayed my large rame veneta twice with AG rain and stain repellent, (about an hour between coats) and it dried back to perfection without any detrimental effects at all.

1qaz2wsx · Jun 30th, 2009, 12:58 AM

Just got the Apple Garde treatments..Here is what I found...
I spray Apple Garde Rain and Stain Relellent twice on my Veneta and Slone today, no discoloration, etc. They look perfect!
Then I tested the Repellent on my ostrich bag, I noticed some spottings.... So I switched to the conditioner instead, it worked great. I guess if you have an exotic leather, you may want to order the conditioner as well....

Berriestan · Jul 2nd, 2009, 10:41 PM

Hi,

has anyone used Meltonian all purpose cleaner and conditioner on sloane bag?

beth001 · Jul 25th, 2009, 11:18 PM

Just sharing, in case it matters to anyone... I've been carrying my White BV Grommet Hobo (aka Rivet Veneta) through the entire RAINY month of July here in Western NY, and I can see no harm to my lovely bag whatsoever. I decided not to spray it or treat it with anything, just preferring that nature take its course. (I once used a highly recommended product on LV vachetta to keep it stain-free, and I really disliked the change it made in the color of the leather.) So, I try to keep my BV out of DOWNPOURS, but it has gotten plenty of sprinkles on it of late and, thankfully, it just keeps getting softer and more and more beautiful.

beauxgoris · Aug 4th, 2009, 09:49 AM

So people like appleguard on their BV's? I'm debating what to use...

designergoods · Aug 9th, 2009, 11:58 AM

I have a few veneta style bags and I was always told by BV associates not to apply anything on the bags. However, one BV SA told me that I could use Meltonian spray protectant.

bikedogs · Aug 12th, 2009, 02:18 PM

I am very tough on my bags. I sort of like the way is looks when it gets that worn look. I do clean my bags with mild saddle soap and that take most dirt off. Is that harmful to the leather?

beauxgoris · Sep 21st, 2009, 10:29 PM

Originally Posted by designergoods

I have a few veneta style bags and I was always told by BV associates not to apply anything on the bags. However, one BV SA told me that I could use Meltonian spray protectant.

^^How is the Meltonian spray different than shining monkey or appleguard?

Feb 2nd, 2009, 12:28 PM	#1
jburgh OP BV, Choo, Ferragamo Joined: Aug 2007 Location: where the Corgis frap Posts: 7,203	Cleaning and Protecting the OUTSIDE of your BV In this thread you fill find tips and experiences for cleaning and protection the outside of BV items such as bags, shoes, accessories.
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Feb 28th, 2009, 02:08 PM	#3
BagLovingMom Member Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 2,139	Here's my experience: I just got my first BV- a large Veneta in the Copper Rame (Love Her!) Anyways, I am a big user of Appleguarde products, particularly the AppleGuarde spray and the cream leather conditioner. On my BV I gave it a light spray with the Apple Guarde Spray, and it was just great. No lingering smell, no spotting, nothing bad at all. I did not use the cream though, a little apprehensive given the metallic finish. HTH
BagLovingMom Member Joined: Dec 2005 Posts: 2,139

Feb 28th, 2009, 02:48 PM	#4
stormy Shepherds Rule!! Joined: Jul 2006 Location: In the Mountains Posts: 749	I take my Ferro Sloane most everywhere with me. I haven't treated it with anything, as I am afraid that any product will get stuck in the basketweave of the leather. Do you think it's necessary to treat it?
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May 10th, 2009, 11:29 PM	#6
LT bag lady Another addict Joined: Apr 2007 Location: Too close to NYC Posts: 4,438	I am considering a BV in Lotus (very light pink from S/S07). The outlet has a few bags in this color. Has anyone sprayed Shiny Monkey or Appleguard on this color? TIA!!
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Jun 7th, 2009, 03:09 AM	#7
1qaz2wsx Member Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 111	what kind of treatment do you use on your exotic bags? Looks like most of the people use appleguard, any comments? thks!
1qaz2wsx Member Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 111

Feb 6th, 2009, 04:22 PM	#2
sona Member Joined: Dec 2008 Location: Pittsburgh,PA Posts: 746	Thanks for starting this thread Jburgh. Im really keen on reading what every one has to say so Ill start with a question, since I dont have any solution/experiences yet:) I just got my first Bottega. Its white and I am worried about dirtying it. Following Jburghs advice I called Nicole at Atlanta boutique and she adviced me to treat the bag with Meltonian water and stain protector. Here is a link to the product Jburgh sent me http://www.cedarshoetree.com/shop/pr...products_id=58 I havent used it yet, just ordered it. Any experiences with this product. What is the difference between Meltonian brand and Appleguard? Does one work better on a particular type of leather compared to the other? Any helpful experiences? Thanks!

Feb 28th, 2009, 06:55 PM	#5
adoptastray springtime lavender Joined: Aug 2006 Posts: 3,038	I'm a big fan of Shining Monkey spray protectorant (is that a word?). It is very fine and leaves no spots. I'd be afraid to use any sort of cream conditioner on BV. So I go the preventative route with the spray and not buying light colors that are impractical for me. I did use the Shining Monkey spray on my gold metallic YSL bag and it didn't alter the finish one bit.

Jun 30th, 2009, 12:58 AM	#9
1qaz2wsx Member Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 111	Just got the Apple Garde treatments..Here is what I found... I spray Apple Garde Rain and Stain Relellent twice on my Veneta and Slone today, no discoloration, etc. They look perfect! Then I tested the Repellent on my ostrich bag, I noticed some spottings.... So I switched to the conditioner instead, it worked great. I guess if you have an exotic leather, you may want to order the conditioner as well....
1qaz2wsx Member Joined: Dec 2008 Posts: 111

Jul 2nd, 2009, 10:41 PM	#10
Berriestan Member Joined: May 2009 Posts: 23	Hi, has anyone used Meltonian all purpose cleaner and conditioner on sloane bag?
Berriestan Member Joined: May 2009 Posts: 23

Jul 25th, 2009, 11:18 PM	#11
beth001 Purse Slut Joined: Dec 2006 Location: Western NY Posts: 2,453	Just sharing, in case it matters to anyone... I've been carrying my White BV Grommet Hobo (aka Rivet Veneta) through the entire RAINY month of July here in Western NY, and I can see no harm to my lovely bag whatsoever. I decided not to spray it or treat it with anything, just preferring that nature take its course. (I once used a highly recommended product on LV vachetta to keep it stain-free, and I really disliked the change it made in the color of the leather.) So, I try to keep my BV out of DOWNPOURS, but it has gotten plenty of sprinkles on it of late and, thankfully, it just keeps getting softer and more and more beautiful.
	__________________ What a girl wants... what a girl needs...? First Half-Marathon 10/25/09! Ran & walked, finished in 3:09. Thinking about extravagant silk shawls and scarves... LV and Hermes.

Aug 4th, 2009, 09:49 AM	#12
beauxgoris Member Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 11,078	So people like appleguard on their BV's? I'm debating what to use...
beauxgoris Member Joined: Mar 2006 Posts: 11,078

Aug 9th, 2009, 11:58 AM	#13
designergoods ♥ BV ♥ Joined: Jul 2009 Location: Boutique Posts: 195	I have a few veneta style bags and I was always told by BV associates not to apply anything on the bags. However, one BV SA told me that I could use Meltonian spray protectant.

Aug 12th, 2009, 02:18 PM	#14
bikedogs Member Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 26	I am very tough on my bags. I sort of like the way is looks when it gets that worn look. I do clean my bags with mild saddle soap and that take most dirt off. Is that harmful to the leather?
bikedogs Member Joined: Jan 2008 Posts: 26

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