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Angelus Dark Blue Paint

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Angelus Dark Blue is a technical acrylic coating specifically engineered for high-flexibility applications on leather, vinyl, and canvas. This professional-grade, water-based formula is designed to integrate with the material's fibers, ensuring the deep blue pigment 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 for a self-leveling, smooth appearance that is resistant to brush marks. Once the 24-hour curing cycle is complete, the Dark Blue 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 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 dark blue pigment provides exceptional opacity; ideal for restoration of navy tones or custom color-swaps.

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.

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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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Camille G. (Prescott, US)
synthetics, dye and paint

I can't say enough how helpful Angelus staff were in helping me. I dyed synthetic suede shoes and it did not turn out as I expected so the staff explained what happened and why. I decided to use the paint instead and got exactly the color I wanted!

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Clare (Brooklyn, US)
Royal Blue

This is a lovely rich royal blue with a hint of purple to it. A very cold winter blue. The paint went on very smoothly however it was more of a glaze compared to the other blues that I bought at the same time. The other unusual part was that I tested out the three blue paints that I bought on a white piece of paper and the color appeared a warmer lighter blue than when it was painted in multiple layers. To make the finish smooth and an even blue without looking streaky I had to do three coats whereas with the other Angelus paints that I was using I could have got away with one coat although two were better. Images show the three paints that I was testing out, the bright navy color that I wanted to paint the shoes from the color swatch strip and the final coat of blue compared to the paint on white board.

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Deanne H. (Greenwood, US)
This paint looks perfect on my leather sneakers

Easy to use, and dries quickly, very high quality product!

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Denise V. (Eatontown, US)
Gorgeous makeover

I’ve used it before it’s a fantastic product!!! Do your prep and the rest is a No brainer!! I did a leather bar makeover. Gorgeous!!

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Anthony J.R.
Dark blue or purple

The dark blue I learned from customer service actually has a purple base and the leather I was painting turned egg plant purple. After priming it and repainting it was still purple. After mixing other shades of blue to finally get a decent color it worked out. Should have to be that way but it was.

Hey Anthony, we are sorry that you had these issues. Please make sure to contact us in the future prior to choosing another color. We can definitely help you choose by offering a color swatch until you find the color you are looking for.

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Juliet J. (Hays, US)
Beautiful

Smooth. Easy to stencil.

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Carla P. (Las Vegas, US)
Great product

Great product.

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Diana M. (Olympia, US)
It is a Beautiful Blue & is working well

It is a Beautiful Blue & is working well.

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Anita M. (Las Vegas, US)
Love that blue

This is a stunning color. It worked well restoring my Dior wallet. Hands down you are simply the best!

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Charleston S.S. (Charleston, US)

Worked perfect!

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Alyssa C. (Barnegat, US)

Worked perfectly using for new small business owner in apparel painting so will be buying many more

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ALEKSEY K. (Kostopil, UA)
good

good

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Chris D. (Davidsonville, US)
Great starter set up

The colors are super vibrant and easy to apply. My shoes came out awesome, I love them. The kit is everything you need to create some sick kicks!

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Anonymous (El Dorado, US)
Great!

Great product!

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Anonymous (Telford, US)
It’s a bluish purple!

Quality is of course great but the color is clearly a bluish purple. I couldn’t use it.

Oh no! Sorry you didn't like the color! Next time reach out to us! We have tons of swatches to share with you. Send us an email also if we can be of any help! info@angelusdirect.com

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Jon D. (Tacoma, US)
Dark Blue

Great products as always. Highly recommended and wouldn’t try any other brand when customizing shoes. I’m already a return customer

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Vincent

Excellent

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Joycelin P.M. (Miami, US)
Amazing as always

Great product. Consistent with the color presented on the website. Highly recommended

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Douglas (Seattle, US)
Worked well.

Worked well on loveseat imitation leather panel.

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Kenley H. (Rosholt, US)
Perfect color match

Excellent paint. Great shade

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Lacy S. (Rogers, US)
Shoe paint

I bought this color along with many others for my son’s baseball cleats. The paint is so good. I highly recommend if you are even thinking about it!

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Leo

Works well DEFIANTLY TAPE OFF PARTS YOU DONT WANT PAINTED CUZ IT CAN GET MESSY. Would recommend

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William

Fine high quality product and fast delivery

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Syvel

Great

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Syvel (Boardman, US)

Great

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Trevesha

A real pretty color

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Trevesha (Boardman, US)

A real pretty color

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Victor L. (Brentwood, US)
Angelus Dark Blue Paint

Loved this color it is amazing...very rich!

This color IS very rich. Underrated.

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Eric

Now that is a rich, deep, blue. Almost feels like it has a purple hint in there. This Dark Blue with Uni Blue is a killer pairing.