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Angelus Bronze Paint

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Angelus Bronze is a technical metallic coating specifically engineered for high-flexibility applications on leather, vinyl, and canvas. This professional-grade, water-based formula features finely ground metallic pigments designed to integrate with the material's fibers, ensuring the deep, lustrous bronze finish remains pliable even in high-stress areas like the toe box and side panels. By creating a permanent bond rather than a thick surface layer, it effectively eliminates the risks of cracking or peeling during constant mechanical movement.

To ensure a factory-standard finish, the surface must be prepared with a deglazer to remove original topcoats and oils. Applying the paint in light, incremental layers allows the metallic particles to align for a self-leveling, smooth appearance that is resistant to brush marks. Once the 24-hour curing cycle is complete, the Bronze finish becomes an industrial-strength, waterproof barrier that provides long-term resistance against abrasive scuffs and environmental color fading.

  • Formula: Water-based, high-flexibility acrylic polymer with metallic pigments optimized for permanent adhesion on footwear.

  • Application: Suitable for use with brushes, sponges, or airbrushes (thinning with 2-Thin is required for airbrush applications).

  • Coverage: High-density metallic pigment provides exceptional opacity and a rich, reflective sheen; ideal for luxury customs or restoring metallic leather goods.

  • Durability: Formulated for maximum resistance to water penetration, scuffing, and UV wear.

  • Sizes: Available in 1 oz, 4 oz, Pint, and Quart containers to support both individual projects and high-volume shop work.

PAINTING LEATHER

1. Prepare leather surfaces using 3-5 passes of Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer using our applicators, cotton balls, or a rag. (acetone can also be used).

2. Wait for leather to dry a few minutes. When dry, wipe with microfiber cloth to remove any remaining dust particles.

3. Apply Angelus Paint with paint brush, airbrush (at least 0.35mm nozzle) or sponge. Apply 3-5 coats or until desired coverage has been reached. Less coats can be used for line work and detail work.

Make sure to leave to dry 15-30 minutes between layers.

4. Allow to dry for at least 24 hours before allowing paint to bend or flex. Be careful of flying lint or debris getting on the shoe to avoid imperfections. Longer curing time ensures better durability.

5. To add extra protection or customize the finish, apply Angelus 4-Coat Clear Coat in Flat, Satin, Glossy, or Matte. Use 1-2 layers for the best results. 1-2 layers on top.

PAINTING CANVAS/DENIM - SHOES, CLOTHING, AND MORE

1. Prep by cleaning the surface with a cleaning product like our Angelus Easy Cleaner Kit. It is necessary to get out all the oils and dirt that may be sitting in or on the canvas. 

2. Make sure there is adequate dry time and that you wipe off and get all the cleaner out.

3. (Optional) If you want to make the paint soak in and not be as rubbery textured on canvas we suggest using our product 2-Soft mixed with our paint. You can paint Angelus paint directly on canvas without it but it just will feel more like a screen print then part of the shoe. When using 2-Soft you must heat set.

4. Paint with 3-5 light layers of Angelus Paint. Make sure to leave to dry 15-30 minutes between layers.

5. Leave to dry. 

(Optional) No additional protection is really needed as the paint has soaked into the canvas. If you want to change the sheen to a matte or glossy look instead we do suggest our 4-Coat Clear Coat.

Angelus Metallic Gold Paint

WORKS GREAT ON

Angelus paint can be used on countless materials making it perfect to customize almost all of your favorite items.

Leather

Shoes, Bags, Furniture, & more.

Canvas

Jackets, Shoes, Bags, & more.

Wood

Skateboards, Guitars, & more.

Plastic

Headset, Cups, & more.

Denim

Jackets, Pants, Shorts, & more.

Metal

Flasks, Moto Tanks, & more.

Don't Forget

Tips on how to get the most out of our paint. Prep and additives are the most important part to make your work durable and long lasting.

Prep for Leather

Always remove the factory finish before painting (on leather and most non-fabric materials) by doing 3-5 passes with Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer.

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Paint on Fabrics

Mix Angelus Paint with 2-Soft to keep painted fabrics soft and more laundrable. Perfect for painting on fabric shoes, jackets, hoodies, and so much more!

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Paint on Plastic

Mix Angelus Paints with 2-Hard to paint hard surfaces such as plastic and metal. Perfect for painting the plastic on shoes, water bottles, flasks, and more!

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Finish Strong

Use our all new 4-Coat Finishers to change the sheen of your artwork, as well as protect your work with these urethane-based finishers. Available in 4 sheens.

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Airbrushable

Use Angelus Paint straight out of the bottle in our Airbrush (or any airbrush with a .5mm or bigger nozzle). To thin our paint, use 2-Thin. TIP: Use a strainer.

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Why Choose Us

A vintage black-and-white photograph of Angelus Shoe Polish owners standing proudly in front of an early 20th-century 'Shoes Shined' storefront, representing the long-standing heritage of Angelus shoe care.

5th Generation Family Owned Since 1907

A smiling sneaker customizer in an Angelus workshop holding a pair of vibrant, hand-painted custom sneakers. In the background, a professional wall display features a full spectrum of Angelus Leather Paint bottles.

Trusted by artists and professionals worldwide

A detailed close-up of the 'Prep, Paint, Finish' process. A creator wearing black gloves uses a fine-detail brush to apply vibrant red Angelus Leather Paint to the textured leather panel of a grey and white sneaker.

Professional results made simple

Crafted for Creators

Premium Quality: Professional-grade formulas developed by artists, for artists
Heritage: 50+ years of innovation in custom finishes
Sustainability: Non-toxic, water-based formulas safe for you and the planet

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Stephanie B. (Ellenboro, US)
LOVE IT!

I absolutely LOVE the Angelus paint. I seriously will never buy another brand again. My collection of colors is growing and have been able to mix my own custom colors. It has take my art to a total new level.

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sophia g. (Buxton, US)
Awesome color

I bought some vintage 1970s Dr. Scholls wooden sandals on Poshmark. They were perfect, but the straps were a drab light purple. I wanted to ensure I could wear them with lots things, so the bronze was a sassy neutral option. Went on easily and after three thin coats, they looked like they'd always been bronze. I also used the prep and finishing solutions.

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Nancy J. (Galveston, US)
Metallic Bronze is amazing. All the metallics work well on my distressed hats.

Better than any other leather, fabric paints.

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Xavier B. (Durham, US)
AMAZING

Definitely does what it needs to do💯

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Young S.K. (Songpa-gu, KR)
Beautiful colour

My first time customising shoes. Mum’s beige leather ankle boots look a bit worn out where her feet brush against each other, so I used the metallic bronze paint to give them a new look. This paint is of a brilliant quality as it sits on the leather so well and the colour so rich and deep. I applied only double coats. Finished with Acrylic finisher. Very happy with my purchase and can’t wait to try other colours on other shoes!

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Ivette M. (Lansing, US)

I love all the color, all my handbags have been given a new lease of life.

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Patricia M. (East Point, US)
Great product m!

Great product...love the color and coverage.

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Emanuel H.
This paint came out great on my custom soccer

This paint came out great on my custom soccer cleats

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Elizabeth W. (Bellingham, US)
Great Bronze Paint

I absolutely love this color! It goes on perfectly with no transparency.

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Kae (Springfield, US)
Saved my shoes!

Easy to use. Great coverage. Just the thing I needed to repair a pair of loafers I love!

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Detlef (Phoenix, US)
Antique treatment

Antique treatment.
I’m using this to antique a tooled sunflower. I also use copper a turquoise and so far so good.

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ALEKSEY K. (Rivne, UA)
Excellent

Excellent

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Amy L. (Wayland, US)
Beautiful and mysterious

I used the bronze paint mixed with gold to match metallic sandals I was refurbishing. It added a nice depth to the gold. The sandal still looked too gold when I finished, and I did a light coat of bronze over that, with a beautiful result so pic is more gold than the pure bronze. I love how these paints go on smoothly and evenly, even the first coat covers well, love that these paints are acrylics, and water soluble until they dry.
And can be used for many other applications.
Great product at amazing price.

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BERNADETT R. (Miami, US)

Loved this paint! Super easy to order, arrived fast, and the quality’s great. The bronze color is bold and shiny, and it went on really smoothly

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James A. (Riverside, US)
Angelus Exceeds My Expectations!

I am someone who buys consumer products online with trust and an open heart - the proverbial fool whose money is soon parted. I can think of very, very few times where my expectations were not only met, but exceeded. Angelus does this through a variety of sharp marketing, small gifts with each purchase and a slightly irreverent tone about itself that exuddes humor confidence and a welco,me dose of not taking its self too hseriously.
Of course, the real winners here are the Angelus Direct products which I have used on hundreds of projects over many years with remarkable results. I have never once been disappointed and you can rely on my experience as a trully appy customer of Angelus Direct and buy with confidence.

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Fahmi A.B. (Muscat, OM)
White Paint

The best the only and the one you need.

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joanne

Excellent, just what I was looking for.Arrived quickly and packaged nicely.TY:)

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joanne (Boardman, US)

Excellent, just what I was looking for.Arrived quickly and packaged nicely.TY:)

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Adrianna R. (Cherry Hill, US)
Amazing

I have been using Angelus for 2 years now and I love this product on my custom shoes. Recommend for custom artist!!

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Michael

This color really pops!

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Michael (Boardman, US)

This color really pops!

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MANYA D. (Santa Monica, US)
Wonderful products and GREAT service

The application of paint using their brushes was like using whipped butter on warm bread. Their customer service was so helpful too! I will defiantly buy more.

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Xiomara G. (Fairless Hills, US)
Amazing Products

I simply love using Angelus products. For flawless looks this company has everything needed to customize any item.

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Andre A. (New York, US)
Andre

I enjoyed your product I'd never had a complaint yet so I came out really good

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Trina P. (Alexandria, US)
Best ever

Exceeded

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Cheryll B. (San Francisco, US)

Product always the best, I just can't custom mix the right color for this bag!

Hey Cheryll :DIf you are having trouble color matching please email us a picture to info@angelusdirect.com to assist you further. Thank you for your feedback and hope to hear from you soon!

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Cliffton L.Y.
Top Notch Products

All of the products I've used so far have been great! Colors all look good and vibrant on each custom.

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Anonymous (Saint Joseph, US)
great product- great company!

I was really impressed with the prompt helpfulness the Angelus staff gave. They suggested the right products for my shoes, they shipped the order quickly, and the results couldn't have been better! I'm so happy with the way my shoes look and feel!

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Gerald H.

How much product would I need to paint a pair of knee high men's boots?

Angelus Direct

We recommend a 4oz bottle.