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Angelus Red Paint

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Built to handle the constant movement of sneakers and leather gear, this water-based acrylic paint sticks to leather, vinyl, and canvas without cracking. The professional formula works best in thin layers after a quick deglazer prep, giving you a smooth finish that won’t peel or flake off. Because the paint levels itself out and stays flexible as it cures, it creates a tough, waterproof bond that keeps its color even on high-crease areas like the toe box.

Formula: Flexible, water-based acrylic built for shoe restoration and custom projects.

Application: Works with brushes, sponges, or airbrushes (0.35mm+ nozzle recommended with 2-Thin).

Coverage: High-pigment red formula provides solid color on both light and dark leather.

Durability: Strong resistance to water, scuffs, and fading once the paint is fully cured.

Sizes: Available in 1 oz, 4 oz, Pint, and Quart bottles for any project size.

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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Thomas L. (Lake Saint Louis, US)
Red....one of my favorite colors to work with!

The red covers amazingly well and I use it often!

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Adam D.R. (Parsippany, US)
Angelus paints🔥🔥🔥

Angelus paints are always high quality and the only paint I’ll use for show leather

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Thank you for the love! and great photo!

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Neena A. (New York, US)
Great Paint

I have used this paint to change the interior of my car. Love it.

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Dixon B. (Glendale, US)
Bloody good color!

I love this color, and used the softener with it to paint on suede. Made a custom colorway on my Ishod SB's to skate in. "Check it out!" - Steve Brule.

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The color looks nice and smooth!

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Dontae H. (Austin, US)
RED it!

Simple yet amazing. Very accurate and effective. Red can be mixed with anything to create. Just mixed to create the perfect color way for a pair of Jordan 1’s.

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Andrew M. (Atlanta, US)
Red paint review

This is by far the best leather paint on the market. It helped make an awesome pair of cleats and the paint not only looked good but stuck on the cleat too. I will definitely be buying more

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Anonymous (Memphis, US)
Fantastic

Best product in the game. Quality can not be matched. I love angelus paint. Even more so now that I know it's a family ran business. Maybe one day I can have the privilege to a sponsorship. Thanks guys.

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Anonymous (Los Angeles, US)
Angelus Red Paint

Paint was just what i needed to complete the nike air force 1s that i started.

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They look great!

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Anonymous (Aurora, US)
Art on product

It works GREAT on my product. Thanks

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It does look great! love that red!

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Mr1680ThreeKKickz (Birmingham, US)
This paint really sending my Kustoms to the next level!

This paint really sending my Kustoms to the next level!

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Son N. (Drexel Hill, US)
Angelus red paint

Was the correct color I needed!!!

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Kristopher Y. (Dothan, US)
I think a shoe is worth a thousand words

Always terrific to receive my Angelus package and use the products.

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Malin R. (Rancho Palos Verdes, US)
Love the color!

This is a true red color and it has great coverage which is sometimes hard with red.

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Devin (Irving, US)
I love it

First time using angelus paint and they did not disappoint!!

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Anonymous (Philadelphia, US)
Great Items as Always

Love these paints, they work so well with all different texture and materials!

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Wendy (Rome, IT)
Fabulous color

I'm in italy and unfortunately i can't buy everything you have. But i would never change your colors.Spectacular ❤️

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William B. (Hau'ula, US)

The paint looks great and applies smoothly. I'm hoping for a long wearing surface so I applied Satin 4-Coat as a protectant. I live outside of the lower 48 and the Leather Preparer & Deglazer cannot be shipped here but the Angelus team promptly answered all my questions about alternate preparation chemicals and I feel confident my work is likely to last for years. Thanks for the personal touch in helping me out!

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Emile

Great product

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Ron C. (Charleston, US)
Good stuff

Good stuff.

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Sheyla U.U. (Santo Domingo, DO)

Angelus Red Paint

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ALEKSEY K. (Rivne, UA)
great

great

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Defranco R. (Arlington, US)

Good

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C.B.

Beautiful and perfect for my current project! 100% would recommend!!