Water/StainProofing Exotics

[Dessye]

can someone please confirm that;

meltonian waterproof/stain proof will be fine on python batitks?

thank you.

Yes it is fine! Batik already has a protectant on it but I sprayed mine with Meltonian and they are waterproof. No color running,loss,nothing.

 

[**shoelover**]

^^thank you

 

[akillian24]

Ya'll probably know this already, but I took mine to a tPF recommended cobbler and they stain/waterproof them for $8.

 

[missgiannina]

What about the carnival print will it run with meltonian?

 

[CEC.LV4eva]

What about the carnival print will it run with meltonian?

I doubt it. I'm sure it will be fine

 

[GrRoxy]

MM7 told me Meltonian is not good for python and told me to use Mink Oil (Saphir lotion). Well its smooth and like polished now. He told me that python is not supposed to touch the water... What a discovery So I dont know really if to put meltonian or not...? I bought 3 cans (after I finally found someone who ships to France)

 

[**shoelover**]

may i please have the url? tia.
sadly i'm unable to find anyone in the uk to have it in stock, not having much luck getting it overseas to ship to the uk either.

 

[Dessye]

may i please have the url? tia.
sadly i'm unable to find anyone in the uk to have it in stock, not having much luck getting it overseas to ship to the uk either.

Here's one:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Meltonian-W...316?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item3cb5120afc

 

[JuliJenn]

Hi Ladies, I plan to spray my pony hair Coroclics with the Meltonian, but didn't know if I should cover up the lacquered cork before doing so? If yes, do you have any recommendations on covering portions of a shoe before spraying? Thank you in advance for the advice!

 

[lalaland!!!]

This topic seems to be coming up frequently with all of the new Nabuck Watersnake out right now.

I am offering what I've been using for several years to water/stainproof all of my Nabuck, Opaco, python, watersnake, eel, suede, alligator, lambskin, etc shoes (Louboutins) and handbags (Chanels).

I am not making any guarantees or promises but everyone that I have given this advice to has had great success with it.

The product that I use (which is what the best cobblers who deal with exotics use) is Meltonian Waterproof/Stainproof. A link to it on Amazon.com is here:
http://www.amazon.com/WATERPROOFERS-AND-CLEANERS-MELTONIAN-WATERPROOF/dp/B004IA0RI8

Spray your shoes, bags, etc, one time from arm's length away completely. Let dry overnight. Repeat. When you first spray them, they are going to darken. You will see them immediately start to lighten back up to their original color as the spray dries. Don't panic.

They will get dirty. Buy a very soft brush (I use a facial brush) to brush the dirt out of the scales. Go against the scales. Never retreat a dirty shoe or treat a dirty shoe as you will simply be embedding the dirt into the scales that way.

I treat my shoes, depending on wear, every 6-8 months and have them professionally cleaned as little as possible and only as needed. When you have them professionally cleaned, make sure you tell your cobbler that they are treated with Meltonian because they won't have to use as harsh of a cleaner.

I have used this on stark white Opaco python and just got done spraying my new Powder Pink Jennys.

To show you how good it is, my original Powder Pink ADs are 3 years old and I am just now going to dye them, not because they are so dirty but because I now have (finally) new PP shoes and can dye these. They have been professionally cleaned 4 or 5 times.

The more you have to professionally clean Nabuck or Opaco, the more the python lays down. So, that's why it's so important to treat your shoes as soon as you get them.

Feel free to ask any questions. But, hopfully, this gives you the information that you've been looking for.

Hi ntntgo
I was trying to pm you too ask a question but it's not going through.
Would you please pm me if you don't mind?
Thanks a million.

 

[jenayb]

Hi ntntgo
I was trying to pm you too ask a question but it's not going through.
Would you please pm me if you don't mind?
Thanks a million.

Maybe post your question.... If it isn't personal/sensitive... And others could chime in to help?

 

[lalaland!!!]

Maybe post your question.... If it isn't personal/sensitive... And others could chime in to help?

Thank you jen. It is not related to this topic. but thanks

 

[jenayb]

Thank you jen. It is not related to this topic. but thanks

Ok!

 

[318Platinum]

I have my UUUUUHG Roccia Opaco Python Daffs and I have not worn them out yet but I have worn them around the house to break them in because I was unsure of treatment. So, I should use Melatonin spray for these and nothing else? I am so lost when it comes to these, as these are my very first pair of exotics. I'm excited and nervous all at the same time. TIA

 

[318Platinum]

After going back and reading the posts, I just purchased 3 cans of Melatonin from Amazon.com for 5 bucks a can. I can't wait to use it on all of my CLs and my Leather bags. I just have one question. Will I need to cover the red sole or will it still have it's shiny lacquer to it if spray gets on them? I have heard that the sole is really delicate and that you shouldn't let any type of spray touch it. I don't know how true it is, but if anyone knows, it's Nat. I will use this on all my leather CLs, but I won't use it on my Patent leather, or should I? I figured that since it's Patent, that I didn't need to protect it. Any help will truly be appreciated. TIA and than you Nat, for this thread!