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Angelus Grey Taupe Paint

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Angelus Grey Taupe Paint is an acrylic leather paint in a grey taupe, for customizing and restoring sneakers, boots, bags, and other leather goods. It's water-based, stays flexible once dry, and covers in 3 to 5 thin coats on a properly prepped surface.

Choose 1 oz., 4 oz., pint, or quart. We've made Angelus products in Los Angeles since 1907.

Works on

Leather shoes, bags, and furniture
Canvas and denim (add Angelus 2-Soft for a softer feel)
Wood
Plastic and metal, mixed with Angelus 2-Hard

Before and after you paint

On leather, take off the factory finish first with 3 to 5 passes of Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer. When you're done, seal it with Angelus 4-Coat for protection and the sheen you want.

Pro-grade paint, made easy for first-timers

Angelus is the go-to paint for first-time customizers, and it's the same professional-grade paint fashion, footwear, and entertainment companies use to make costumes, exclusive pieces, and finished products. You get commercial-grade quality at everyday prices.
Thin coats go on smooth, and the color builds with each one.
Want to warm up first? Try a few strokes on the Angelus Leather Test Swatch, real leather with a smooth side and a suede side.
You can always adjust. Dried paint comes off with Deglazer, or you can simply paint over it, so you can keep going until you love it.
Free step-by-step tutorials on our YouTube channel and FAQs walk you through it. Not sure about a color? Check the Color Chart. Unused products can be returned within 30 days.

What customers say

“This came quickly, is inexpensive, easy to apply and dries perfectly.”

★★★★★ Steven R.

“I really liked the color very high-quality product.”

★★★★★ Ivette M., Lansing, MI

Common questions

Can I mix Grey Taupe with other Angelus colors?

Yes. All Angelus paints mix together, so you can lighten, darken, or shift Grey Taupe to match your project.

Can you airbrush Angelus Grey Taupe Paint?

Yes. Use an airbrush with at least a 0.35mm nozzle, and thin the paint with Angelus 2-Thin if you need it to flow more easily.

How much paint do I need?

A 1 oz. bottle usually covers 2 to 3 pairs of shoes completely. For a leather chair, plan on about a pint to a quart, and for a full couch, a quart or two.

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.

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

I absolutely love Angelus paints — I’ve built up quite the collection, and every shade has been reliable and beautiful. I paint custom pet portraits on purses, and these paints are perfect for that level of detail. They layer smoothly, seal beautifully, and last. I recently picked up Grey Taupe and it’s been amazing as both an undercoat and a highlight, depending on the dog’s coloring. Couldn’t recommend these paints more for anyone working on leather or wanting their artwork to hold up over time.

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This product is awesome! I like the way how it lies on the shoe smoothly!

Angelus grey taupe paint

I loved it!! Goes on smoothly and covers great!! Definitely buying more paints soon!

Loved this shade

Very pigmented and worked well!

Paint is working great so far!

I’m in the process of painting a pair of white leather custom Doc Marten boots (no laces). I’ve tried about half of the paints I purchased so far, abd they mix very easily to create a variety of colors. I’ve been using white and black to make some value range as needed. I haven’t yet actually used this color gray yet, but I’m hopefully it will be the color I that it looks like it will be on the site/in the bottle and work just as well on the boots. I would recommend this paint so far for painting on leather. This is my first time, so I can’t speak to how it holds up over wearing. These are a commission, so I hope they hold up!

Great neutral color!

Love the color and the coverage

Great color

Needed this for a color match on a pair of jordans. Worked great.

Best paint I’ve ever used on sneakers

It goes on really smoothly. The second coat really helps a lot and it looks amazing on the sneaker!

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Great color

Exactly what I was looking for. I always end up adding gray to the regular taupe so this color was perfect. Goes on smooth for clean line work.

Hello Stephanie! We really like how the picture came out! Great color choice and great work on the detailing. Keep up the awesome work!If you have any more questions or comments, feel free to contact us at Info@angelusdirect.com thank you

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I have renewed my entire shoes clothe with its products. I AM LIKE A MOVIE STAR, having shoes in all colors. I love this company, which have save lot of money in buy shoes. Simply, I have painted its....................THANKFULY

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Grey taupe

This paint is amazing. It's easy to work with, inexpensive, and the result is beautiful. I did add some of the regular taupe color to the gray taupe to get the color I wanted. I thought the gray taupe by itself was more gray than taupe. I painted two club chairs and an ottoman. Everyone loves it and can't believe they're painted. It looks so natural.