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Back to School

March 26, 2018

Back to School time is upon us and with it comes the cooler weather. Some of us are dreading this change of season but others are very excited to be rid of the heat and trade it in for beautiful, cool fall evenings. The first thing to know is that when you acquire such posh things you must have the proper tools in place to keep them looking fresh. There are many other sets that are available to aid you in your leather care and you will find these Shoe Care Kits plus all the other items you will need at Valentino Garemi.

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Leather Furniture - How to Care - Where to buy Sets and Kits

March 26, 2018

It can be very overwhelming when you own leather furniture to know the proper products to use to keep your furnishings looking like the day you purchased them. Kits come in all forms, the important thing to look for is something that comes with a cleaner, conditioner, protectant and most importantly a tool of some sort to attain the finished product you desire. Visit the store to purchase this kit or to search for the one that is ideal for your needs. The store is stocked with the top names in leather care such as Saphir, Avel and Famaco and there will be everything you require to meet these needs at a click of the mouse. As an added bonus, purchases over $85 will receive free shipping plus a cleaning glove.

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How to care for Leather Furniture. Sets and Kits from best purveyors.

March 26, 2018

To fully enjoy your valuable leather furniture for years to come you need to care for it properly. In order to do this, you need to arm yourself with the correct tools and products and know how to use these items in the precise way. Another invaluable set to have is the Saphir Suede Leather Care set. This set is essential for cleaning your Suede or NuBuck leather. To purchase these sets and many other fine leather cleaning products you need to visit Valentino Garemi. This online store is your one stop source for all the items you will need to assist you in getting the job done.

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La Cordonnerie Anglaise for Superior Leather Care

March 25, 2018

La Cordonnerie Anglaise is a company based in Paris, France that has dedicated their passion for leather care since 1885. They are renowned for making amazing products including leather shoe care sets. People who own high quality products made of rare nubuck leather and suede need such extraordinary specialized suede or nubuck shoe care items for superior protection against the elements. If you were ever caught in a rut searching for superior ways to provide care to your valuable leather items, Valentino Garemi will certainly provide all the products and information you seek. While trying to find the right color polish, brush or accessory from LCA, you will also learn basic shoe and furniture care skills that will protect your valuables for many months if not years to come.

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Burgol for Excellent Shoe Care - Get notable results!

March 22, 2018

Ten years shy of a century since the first product, Burgol shoe polish has not changed one bit. The family business based in Switzerland has not seen the need to change anything on this superior leather shoe care product that is now sought after in Canada and other parts of the world. Due to the high quality ingredients used to make Burgol, you can trust it on nubuck and suede shoes which need superior protection from water, dust and other elements. The Valentino Garemi blog offers people interested in Burgol all the tips and information on how to buy the polish online. When the recommendations come from this reliable, authority blog, anyone can confidently choose this polish for premium shoe care.

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How to Dry Wet Shoes and Boots

March 22, 2018

If you are caught in a sudden downpour or walk through water on a weekend hike, you quickly need to remove the wetness from your shoes. Stuff the shoes or boots with dry newspapers, paper towels or cotton towels to absorb the majority of the wetness. Another moisture-absorber is our Cedar Shoe Freshener which draws out moisture and odors and is just the size to be inserted in a shoe or boot.

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Avel Leather Care Products

March 22, 2018

The products would feature and develop must be the best available in the world. Breathing new life into names that had meant the highest quality for more than a century means Avel extends the best in metal, tile and wood care into the hands of those who demand the finest for their homes and possessions. The inferior products one can find at the discount and grocery stores or even in leather shops pale in comparison to the Avel offers at Valentino Garemi. Premium leather care options sourced from Avel stocked at Valentino Garemi include the Saphir and Saphir Medaille D’or 1925 ranges, leather cleaning, conditioning and polishing products that received some of the highest praise and important awards over the past 100 years. Chances are great that you will find exactly the leather care products you deserve for your valued footwear, bags, furniture and other items within the Avel lines here at Valentino Garemi.

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Cleaning Smooth Leathers With Saphir Reno’Mat

March 21, 2018

Saphir Reno’Mat is one of the best all purpose smooth leather cleaners we stock here at Valentino Garemi. Specialty leathers and even delicate leathers like calf are cleared of soil, grease and various shoe care product buildups that dull the surface and prevent the shoe, boots or other leather items from breathing. Experts recommend using every three to four months for frequently worn items.

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Saphir's Brush Collection - part 1

March 21, 2018

High quality, well made brushes designed to work with a variety of leathers are available online at Valentino Garemi. Here is a listing of the offerings we carry from Sahir and the products, leathers or other materials best served by them. The key to effectively using this crepe brush is to rub carefully in short circular motions to pick up soil and grease. The bristles will not mar your leather but will work the product deeply into the shoe, boot or other item.

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How to Find and Care for a Good Hiking Boots

March 20, 2018

About a week ago I realized, a little too late for the well being of my feet, that I need to invest in a pair of good hiking boots. Most were wearing some variety of hiking boots that gave them the traction, support, and water resistance that made their afternoon a pleasant stroll through the woods, indeed, just as promised, not the ordeal I had endured. he first thing I learned is there is much more to finding and fitting the proper boot than could ever be crammed into this article. Leathers, textiles and the lightweight synthetic materials frequently used for forays either into the woods, on the water, in the mountains or at any outdoor venue you frequent will be cleaned, conditioned and protected by the range collected here by the folks at Valentino Garemi. Happy hiking!

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How to Buy Shoes That Fit Online

March 20, 2018

Although we (Valentino Garemi) carry many products that can soothe your feet from the ravages of poorly fitting shoes, definitely prefer you take advantage of any opportunity to see first hand if the shoe fits before you buy it. After trying it on and finding the fit acceptable you can buy it and walk right out, or you can go back online to purchase there. Use these tips and your common sense when ordering footwear online and you will have a better chance of enjoying stepping out in those online beauties.

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Does the Shoe Fit? A Short Course on Sizing Footwear--Lesson One

March 20, 2018

We value individuality in almost all things, so it is somewhat curious that when the subject is fitting shoes properly some fail to understand that pair of fashionable shoes you long for may not be the best choice for your ever-so-idiosyncratic feet. Now you might begin to understand the reason the shoe store staff may bring your desired shoes and one or two other pairs that you didn’t even ask to see. Once you find a pair that feels close to perfect be sure to take the time to stroll around the shoe store or department with both shoes on. We look forward on discussing strategies for online and other mail order shoe purchases in our next blog post in late July--just in time for your fall shoe shopping.