How to Make Your Timberland Boots Waterproof

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Last Updated: January 12, 2020

When first getting a pair of new Timberlands, people often overlook the first thing to do in keeping their boots in the best condition. This simple and easy process is a preventive maintenance to ensure that your boots stay looking their best. With weather and outdoor situations being unpredictable and the Timberland boots being expensive, you never know when they may get damaged. Timberland boots or any soft leather boot are a fashion investment that should interest you in following these instructions to prevent harm/damage to your new boots.

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Take boots and wipe surface with dry paper towel, including rubber sole, to remove any possible dust or dirt particles (You do not need to remove the laces for this process.)^{[1]
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Spray, 6–10 inches (15.2–25.4 cm) away, the entire surface of boots, including the soles, with a light even coat. This should temporarily darken the fabric to a richer color.^{[2]
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Keep boots cool the whole time.^{[3]
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Allow boots to dry for at least 24 more hours. This ensures that boots will have greater protection from water damage.
Repeat above process along with proper cleaning instructions every few months or when your boots are in need of some cosmetic touch ups.^{[4]
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What material are Timberland boots made from?

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Mostly leather. The soles are made from recycled rubber, the inner lining is fabric lining.

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Does this only work for Timberland boots?

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No. It can be used on any boots or shoes that need water proofing.

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Where can I get the Timberland spray and can I do this with fake Timberlands?

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I would search online for the Timberland spray. Also, yes, fake Timberland boots would likely work as long as they are made with similar materials and are of similar quality.

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This process should be done a few times a year to keep boots in the best condition.

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This spray can be used on any leather boot.

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Warnings

Keep this product (waterproof spray) away from flames, it is highly flammable.

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Do not allow for boots to get wet during this process, this could create permanent water marks.

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Do not over spray the boots with the water proofing spray, this could damage the boots, rather than help them.

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Be sure to do this process in a well ventilated area. Breathing in the waterproof spray could be harmful to your health.

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