Living Leather, Living Care
Your boots will darken with wear. This is not damage—it is biography. The patina that develops is uniquely yours, a map of everywhere you have walked.
"We cure leather by seasons, not hours. Care for it the same way."
The leather in your Domog boots was vegetable-tanned over weeks, not hours. It was shaped by hand, not machine. It deserves care that honors this investment. What follows is not a chore—it is a ritual that extends the conversation between you and your boots.
Daily Ritual
After wearing, let your boots rest. Insert cedar shoe trees to absorb moisture and hold shape. This simple act extends life by years.
Brush gently with a horsehair brush to remove dust. Always brush in one direction. The leather responds to consistency—it remembers how you treat it.
Monthly Conditioning
Apply conditioner sparingly—less is always more. Use circular motions with a soft cloth. Focus on stress points: the toe box, heel, and flex areas.
We recommend natural products: beeswax, lanolin, or neatsfoot oil. Avoid silicone-based products—they suffocate the leather.
Recommended Products
- •Saphir Médaille d'Or Renovateur
- •Venetian Leather Balm
- •Pure neatsfoot oil (for conditioning)
Seasonal Storage
Before storing, clean thoroughly and apply a light coat of conditioner. Insert shoe trees and place in breathable cloth bags—never plastic.
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight. Check monthly even during storage—leather is alive, it still needs attention.
Water & Weather
Your boots are vegetable-tanned—they have natural water resistance but are not waterproof. Light rain is fine; standing water is not.
If wet: Let dry naturally, away from heat. Stuff with newspaper to absorb moisture. Never use a hair dryer or heater—forced heat cracks leather.
Important
Salt stains from winter roads should be addressed immediately. Wipe with a damp cloth (distilled water) and let dry completely before conditioning.
"We spent 35 years learning what hides can become. Give yourself time to learn your own boots."
"A machine can measure a boot. Only hands can know it."
The same is true of care. Your hands will learn what your boots need.