Add resistance to your kicks, and have protection for your feet through all of your wet seasons. Don&';t let your toes get soaked and your shoes get ruined. Just apply this waterproofing, and you&';ll be even ready for the Fall here in Oregon! Ideal for adding water-repellency to textured leather Designed for Nubuck and Suede Leather Waterproofs and maintains texture Sponge on application 100% Water based and Biodegradable Contains NO fluorocarbons or VOCs Apply NIKWAXA(R) Nubuck & Suede Proof(TM) by hand Shake well before use Note: Light/colored nubuck or suede may darken after treatment Test on a hidden area first Directions: Brush off dirt with a damp cloth and clean using NIKWAXA(R) Footwear Cleaning Gel(TM) Shake well before use Press sponge applicator to break seal Apply generously to wet footwear Can be Sprayed-On (from a distance of 5 cm) or Sponged-On After 2 minutes, remove surplus with a cloth and allow to dry before use Leave footwear to dry at room temperature Paper can be stuffed into the toes to absorb excess moisture, (this should be replaced when wet Keep footwear away from fires and radiators, drying too quickly can crack leather and cause bonded soles to peel.