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What size I was it that was up top of the word that said AIR because i am making a custom air forces X yoshi on it because I’m gonna put an egg up top of then word that says AIR
I am hesitant to adjust the viscosity of Alphaflex because adding a thinner could significantly compromise the integrity of its composition- any alterations might degrade Alphaflex. Additionally, there are numerous methods to thin it, but I am unsure if any would be ideal. However, I am open to suggestions on potential additives for thinning. Let me know what you suggest!
@@HJartistry I only ask because I think I saw something where they recommend their thinner for leather since the paint is thicker to start with. I'm curious how it would work then because I am considering buying some to try on high end shoes where the Angelus is just too glossy, and the duller makes it look milky. Seems Alphaflex is way more expensive, and the price to buy a small sample (with shipping) makes the cost per ounce even more expensive. I think a lot of people won't be forking out just to try it.. shame they don't offer smaller sample sizes to get new customers.
@llimo4382 I realize now this is my video for paints (I was thinking it was for the topcoats 🤣). I believe alpha has a paint additive to help it adhere where Angelus has it built into their paints. What color are you trying to do? Angelus has flat white and black. Usually with their duller I use a super tiny amount or use a different topcoat so it isn’t so shiny. Personally I would use Angelus and then LK topcoat in Matte (or flat is another option). LK topcoats are very expensive but they really do hold up best. Pricing is def steep but see if they have any discounts for the 4th of July so it isn’t so terrible. I’d recommend reaching out to the companies with any questions. All brands seem pretty good and their knowledge and insights. Hope that helps!
@@HJartistry Thanks. That is very helpful. I'm working on two pairs of Chanel ballet flats, one powder blue and the other tan. I'm mostly concerned with the finish matching. I'll check for 4th of July specials.
Hey! I think it was right around 4hours. If I did it again I would recommend doing it for 4 hours in the sun, and then removing it under water, and then doing it one more time in the sun for about 4 hours. But you might find just 1x is enough. If you try it def let me know! I want to hear how it turns out! Just try not to get any peroxide/baking soda on the upper.
Hi @@HJartistry! Thanks for the quick reply. I think we might be talking about different things, as I was actually asking how long did it take for the shoes to turn yellowish again 😅 sorry if it was confusing. Thanks for the tips though! I'm currently making an ice box and would like to try the hydrogen peroxide and baking soda combo as well.
@gabby.alcantara ooooo haha! Gotcha. Well right now I am actually customizing them again so I haven’t been outside with them. Most people say it’ll be a few weeks. If it’s in the house tho it’s been like 3 months and they still look fine. But here is the long answer: The time it takes for the soles of an old pair of white Air Force Ones to turn yellow after cleaning can vary based on several factors: 1. **Exposure to Light and Air**: If the shoes are exposed to direct sunlight or air, the oxidation process, which causes yellowing, can happen more quickly. This can occur within a few days to a couple of weeks. 2. **Cleaning Products Used**: Some cleaning agents might accelerate yellowing, especially if they leave residues that react with light or air. Improperly rinsed cleaning products can lead to yellowing within a few days. 3. **Storage Conditions**: Shoes stored in a damp or humid environment are more likely to yellow faster. In contrast, shoes kept in a cool, dark, and dry place may take longer to show signs of yellowing. 4. **Age and Material of the Shoes**: Older shoes or those with specific materials may naturally yellow faster due to the breakdown of materials over time. Typically, you might notice yellowing anywhere from a few days to several weeks after cleaning, depending on these factors. Proper cleaning, thorough rinsing, and careful storage can help delay the yellowing process. But I would prob plan on it being a few weeks.
And good luck on the ice box! I try to cut costs in the summer time with the sun if it’s safe to put outside-but def ice box is the way to go (and then you don’t have to worry about people swiping them off your porch/deck) 🤣 😵💫🥲
@@HJartistryHahahaha that's true! It's actually the rainy season in our area that's why I can't rely on the sun. Thanks for the info regarding the yellowing! I'll try to update how long my AF1 would last before they start yellowing again when I'm able to deoxidize the sole. Good luck on customizing the shoe and have a good day HJ!
Oooo I didn’t know that! Thanks for the info 🙏 Although I did learn that my big mistake was that I didn’t put it in the sun 😭 I did an updated video here: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WaSOyBZMNrk.htmlsi=xzWCjiuwu2P0kHqc feel free to check it out and give me some critiques! Always open to advice and suggestions!
I been using this vinyl wrap for a while myself sometimes when i peel it off it leaves a residue on my sole. Also i used to use the grip tape but it makes a crunchy sound when you walk. I tried to use the wrap on my dunks but it wouldn't stick to the sole good. I guess because of the texture of the sole with the star pattern on the toe. I mainly use it for my jordans with the clear bottoms to keep from turning yellow.
Yep the beginning part didn’t work but I left out a crucial step! If you want to see where I learned that I need to put the baking soda and peroxide in the SUN!! Check out this video-ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WaSOyBZMNrk.htmlsi=kC5D-QrTOgytlcgp
Personally, I would not recommend it since doing the upper. Let’s just say it’s leather, can actually eat away at the material causing damage, so I would only put salon care 40 on the midsole and sole. I will add that the one step that I forgot to do because I was not told was to put it in the sun, so here’s an updated video using hydrogen peroxide and baking soda and then putting it in the sun. ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WaSOyBZMNrk.htmlsi=-g9lZBprBxsbqH-g I personally would use acetone on the leather upper if you are working on Air Force ones or air max 90s etc. and then after you remove the factory finish, I would paint it white with Angelus flat white . Let me know what Shoes you were thinking of doing the whitening too, and I can give you better advice .
@@HJartistry thanks for all the info!!! I just did the salon 40 and it worked ! Heels are white again … I wrapped and let the sun do the job !!! Once the Air Forces are a little older I’ll try restoring the upper leather with your tips ! Thx .. earned yourself a new sub.. ps: you should do a video on restoring the upper part of the shoe for the future
Glad to hear it worked out well! Appreciate it!!! I am actually working on a video now. I just cleaned up a pair of dirty white AJ1 lows…I’ll work on decreasing it (and doing some painting since you recommended it!) Any other ideas or details of what you all would like to see are welcomed!
yeah i honestly tried different methods & my best results was with things u might have laying around Peroxide & baking soda with a lil bit of bleach & dawn soap plastic wrap & throw them in the sun repeat the process if needed & wala crispy 👍🏼
Yesss! I am glad I finally realized I needed to use the sun! Always love the fact we can use things around the house rather than expensive cleaners…I am about to do a sneaker cleaning video with household items to see how it compares!!
@@laurarosas7753 see if you can use a plastic bag or anything plastic. Main thing is the longer you can keep it on the shoes ( baking soda and peroxide) without it flaking off, the better. A plastic grocery bag would work or you can see if it still is okay without it, might just not work quite as well, but it will help it whiten a bit better than nothing at all. Let me know how it works out! I would love to hear!
No, not after a week or so…that’s more if you un-crease them. But I would recommend using hydrogen peroxide, baking soda, and the SUN (I didn’t know to do that in this video 😭 ). This video does explain it since I redid it : ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WaSOyBZMNrk.htmlsi=5GCpdemfRKXI3rLE If you want to check it out. I still have them and they haven’t turned yellow yet. But yes over time it’ll go back to yellow…usually more like a few months instead of a few weeks tho. At least that has been my experience. Let me know if you try it and your results!
duhh u missed the most important step is put it in the sun obviously u work for sole bright or they sponsored this video cuz why u put the sole bright in sun makes no sense but not the baking soda makes every video shows to put in direct sun so why skip it smh misleading people
Haha you didn’t see my newest video: ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-WaSOyBZMNrk.htmlsi=NVVuJLshglsaV36B The other video never said to put it in the sun with baking soda and peroxide. Just watch the video and you can see I finally did it right. I def recommend using baking soda and peroxide and the SUN! Wish the other video I watched gave accurate info and didn’t leave out that vital step. If I was misleading people I wouldn’t do that video 😂 and no I am not sponsored- I wish 😂 thanks tho!
Thanks! Appreciate it! Any suggestions for the next video I do? I was thinking maybe a sneaker cleaning comparison or how to remove creases from the toe box? Any suggestions?
I watched this video a couple of months ago and decided to give these a try. I got 5-6 wears on one pair of Jordan 1s. And 10 wears on another pair of jordan 1s. On the other pairs, I think they came off early because I didn't clean the soles with rubbing alcohol. Make sure to do step by step in the video. Also, I was able to get 4 pairs of sole guards. I would recommend using a heat gun instead of an air dryer.
Thanks! I did realize that later 😭 and I gotta appreciate the savings!!!! Do you ever use a higher percentage of peroxide to help speed/intensify the whitening?
@@HJartistry just 3 percent is enough honestly. it worked on my converse, airforce, jordans and such. Although at some point, a shoe will reach its point where its just too filthy and worn out to be saved with the peroxide baking soda combo but it does take alot of filth, so cleaning it regularly and not letting it get too dirty is the key. ive tried the dishwashing liquid method before for whitening shoes, it sucked. But putting white laces in dishwashing liquid that is diluted with water works like a charm.
Oooo good to know!!! Yeah I didn’t clean my af1s for a year to see if it can be helped and thankfully it was okay. But all my future shoes I am trying to clean every 2 weeks.
I personally haven’t tried it. I would recommend just doing a small area on the bottom (don’t get it on the upper) and see how it turns out. In theory it should work out well.
Here is what I would recommend- Hydrogen Peroxide and Baking Soda **Ingredients:** - 1 tablespoon baking soda - 1/2 tablespoon hydrogen peroxide - 1/2 tablespoon warm water 1. Mix the baking soda, hydrogen peroxide, and warm water into a paste. 2. Apply the paste to the sneakers using a brush, working it into the fabric. 3. Let the paste dry on the sneakers in direct sunlight for 1-2 hrs 4. Brush off the dried paste and rinse with warm water and let dry in the sun again. Make sure to do so on a warm day and not on a humid day-otherwise your shoes can start to smell if not dried out quickly. But! I would just test a small area before doing the whole shoe to make sure it works out well. Hope this helps!! Let me know how it turns out!!
You can. I believe Angelus recommends their leather dye and sole bright. Another option is actually one that most sole dye small business sell. It’s from candelchem- it’s a candle dye that they rebottle and sell. It works really well too. www.candlechem.com/coloring.htm#Liquid Is the link for liquid dyes.
@SmallsGang_773 no problem! Def check out Angelus video on dying the sole too! I believe they have 1-2 videos on it. Best of luck! Let me know how it turns out.
Honestly, real sneaker heads like myself like my shoes spotless. Some like theirs to show the aging and that's all good. I just don't like anything that looks dirty and dingy. Once I'm done wearing a shoe for a while I do clean every part of my shoes before they hit the box again. And if u can keep your shoes looking good why not🤷
This was a very informative video cause I'm working on a pair to practice on & I did follow ur steps. I messed up the 1st time but the 2nd attempt was a bit better. I do have to invest in an airbrush. I do have a craft sponge to work with. I'll test that out next time n let u know how it comes out. Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. Can't wait to see ur next project
Appreciate you! Yeah def practice! Airbrushes do make it a lot easier but there is challenges with it too! Take your time and practice. You got this! Love to see what you make!
Personally I wouldn’t do it on a plastic case since sometimes it can scratch off (assuming it might be possible if you put an epoxy on top-but that’s outside my wheelhouse 😅). Might want to research if others have done it. Best of luck! Also sometimes you can find good deals of leather cases etc online-maybe try it out?
@HJartistry Thanks for the reply, I'm an animal rights activist and animal lover, so I don't buy leather products, but maybe I could look for a fake leather case or even an acrylic hard cover case
@@HeyhiitsLiv maybe look into vegan leather (it’s synthetic). Not sure if they’d make any canvas covers, but that’s another idea. Hopefully that helps! Best of luck!
both of them won't last a month. you spent over 30 dollars for 10 wear only ?? i personally tried both and i can say this with confidence waste of money
Haha you speak the truth. I personally would only do this with my grails (which I don’t have 🤣). I personally would not do this to everyday shoes--more just shoes that are $300+ Did you find any method that is more economical? Or all are a waste?
Well I'm certainly not going through any of that. When I buy shoes they come with their own soles. Meant to make contact with the ground that I walk on.
Why no water for suede? I've recently put 3 diff pairs of suede shoes in the washing machine, washed with hot water and a little detergent. They came out really clean, with no damage to the suede.
Sure here is the reasoning…sorry in advance for the book 😆: While suede shoes may seem fine after getting wet occasionally, there are long-term negatives associated with frequent exposure to moisture: 1. **Texture Change:** Repeated exposure to water can cause the nap of suede to become matted or flattened, altering the texture and appearance of the material over time. 2. **Staining:** Suede is highly absorbent, and water can leave behind stains or water marks on the surface of the shoes. These stains can be difficult to remove and may become more pronounced with repeated exposure to moisture. 3. **Color Fading:** Prolonged exposure to water can cause the dye in suede shoes to fade or bleed, resulting in a loss of color vibrancy and uneven fading over time. 4. **Weakness and Damage:** Suede fibers can weaken when exposed to water, leading to structural damage, stretching, or deterioration of the material. This can affect the overall integrity and longevity of the shoes. 5. **Odor and Mold:** Moisture trapped inside suede shoes can create a favorable environment for the growth of mold, mildew, and bacteria, leading to unpleasant odors and potential health risks. While occasional exposure to water may not immediately ruin suede shoes, it's best to avoid getting them wet whenever possible and take precautions to protect them from moisture. Using waterproofing sprays, avoiding wearing suede shoes in rainy or wet conditions, and promptly drying them if they do get wet can help minimize the long-term negative effects on suede footwear. Hopefully that helps! Best of luck in the future with cleaning your suede shoes. Let me know if you have any other questions/comments! Always appreciate your honest feedback 🙏
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No problem! I still need to do a review with wearing just the grip tape now too 😆 I think it’ll be a bad idea tho. There are some protectors that have built in grip tape…but this was the most economical option I found. Good luck! Let me know how it turns out! Just cut and melt the protectors carefully!
@@HJartistry it doesn’t sit on the rubber portion for long I try my best to not get it on the canvas but if I do I just rinse it with water (not saturate, but think like you would do if you got toothpaste on your shirt)
After some tests I realized it needs to be placed in the sun with hydrogen peroxide and baking soda 😆 the original video never showed that part. Yes I heard salon care 40 can do the same! What’s your fav method of getting your shoes whiter?
Great question! Yes, go over the stencil after applying it, with the base color of the shoes. So in this case it’s ideal to use white (specifically Angelus flat white since it’s almost identical to the white af1s color). I don’t think we showed it in this video, but def go over the stencil with at least 1 light coat of white over the placed stencils--and then the normal color you choose. I personally only do 1 light white coat, I think some people might use more but too many layers of paint can cause issues with the durability too. Let me know if you have any other questions!
I tried to leave it on for about 15 minutes. More is usually better. But you don’t need an hour or anything. The longer you leave it the darker the color gets. Just keep in mind that over the span of a year the leather dye does fade on the shoes. I def like Angelus leather dye better than fiebings leather dye (and make sure to get leather dye and not suede dye). Best of luck! Let me know how they turn out!!
