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Rust Suede Dye
Rust Suede Dye
Rust Suede Dye
Rust Suede Dye

Rust Suede Dye

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Suede dye that soaks into the fibers and keeps suede soft.

  • Keeps suede softMade for suede’s soft nap
  • Soaks into the fibersColor goes in, not on top
  • Mix your own shadesSuede dyes mix with each other
  • Dauber includedEvery bottle comes with one

Great for faded suede sneakers, boots, loafers, hats and jackets.

  • Made in LA since 1907
  • Permanent color
  • Mix any colors

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★★★★★Restoration

“Rich and vibrant after a single coat.”

I needed to restore the faded yellow on my Air Jordan 4 Lightning kicks. The color looks rich and vibrant after applying a single coat of the yellow suede dye from Angelus.

Chris B. · Verified buyer

★★★★★Customizing

“I love the color!”

Easy to apply, and I love the color! I saved some cash by buying a pair of beige suede shoes on sale and dyeing them myself.

Paul W. · Verified buyer
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Mix and match

Looking for another color?

Tap any color to add a bottle to your cart. Tap again for another. Mix any colors and save 10% at 4.

Bundle savings apply in your cart and count every suede dye bottle in it. They don’t combine with promo codes.

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Daubers, suede care and more that customers grab with their dye.

Angelus Rust Suede Dye is a suede dye in a warm rust for restoring faded suede or changing its color on boots, Timberlands, and Wallabees. It soaks into the suede fibers instead of sitting on top like paint, so the nap stays soft.

Choose a 3 oz. bottle, pint, or quart.

How to use it

  1. Brush the nap up with the Angelus Nubuck & Suede Kit so the dye reaches the fibers.
  2. Apply the dye evenly with a wool dauber.
  3. Let it dry completely, then add another coat if you want it deeper.
  4. Brush the nap up again to restore the texture.

Before you dye

Because the dye soaks in, the final color depends on the suede underneath. For example, red dye on white suede turns pink, not true red. Dye works best going the same color or darker, so test on a hidden spot first.

What customers say

“Easy to apply, and I love the color! I saved some cash by buying a pair of beige suede shoes on sale and dying them myself.”

★★★★★ Paul W., Portland, OR

Common questions

Can I use Rust Suede Dye on nubuck?

Yes. It works on suede and nubuck, so brush the nap before and after dyeing.

Can I mix suede dye colors?

Yes. Angelus suede dyes mix together, so you can blend a custom shade.

Can I use suede dye on smooth leather?

For smooth leather, use Angelus Leather Dye instead.

Similar shades

Looking for a different shade? See Light Brown, Dark Red, or Chamois, or shop every color in our suede dye collection.

Dyeing leather is different from painting as it soaks into the material rather than sitting on top like paint.

The final color depends on the base color of the leather, so a white surface dyed with red will turn pink, not true red.

Angelus Leather Dyes are designed to enhance and transform brown leather rather than lighten it. Keep this in mind when selecting your dye color.

DYEING SMOOTH LEATHER WITH ANGELUS LEATHER DYE

1. Prep by wiping down leather with leather preparer using our applicators, cotton balls, or a rag.

2. Wait for leather to dry a few minutes. Wipe down with microfiber towel to remove all lint.

3. Using Wool Daubers (One is supplied with each dye) soak the dye on the dauber.

4. Be careful of what you are dyeing. If you are dyeing a large spot use the dauber fully soaked. If you are doing a smaller section a paint brush or much less dye on the dauber may be required. 

5. Make sure to soak the article you are dyeing. Dye works by soaking into the item you are dyeing. It does not act like paint. Feel free to soak and evenly rub across to make sure all is even. 

6. Leave to dry. You may see a tint, bronzing, or any different finish. Do not panic! This is just residual dye on the surface.

7. (Optional) Wipe with a microfiber towel to remove excess dye pigment. If there is still a sheen or tint use some alcohol on said microfiber and wipe down quickly. Do not let the alcohol sit on the item or else you risk lifting some of the dye and discoloring. Once done the tint should disappear and it will just be the color. 

8. If you wish to dye the item more of the color complete steps 5-7 again. 

9. If you are looking to protect and nourish the leather we suggest using Angelus Leather Balm or Neutral Angelus Shoe Polish. If you do not want the shine of the shoe polish just lightly buff versus a full buff to shine. If you dyed the article a black or brown we would suggest even buffing with a colored shoe polish or Lustre Cream. 

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DYEING SUEDE WITH ANGELUS SUEDE DYE

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

2. You cannot "SPOT TREAT" suede. Please make sure to fully wash/clean the entire surface to avoid water spots.

3. If the suede feels hard in texture, there is too much product in the material. Use a suede brush to loosen the suede. You can also use a soft bristle brush and water to pull out the cleaner. Let it dry, then you can continue.

4. Using Wool Daubers (One is supplied with each dye) soak the dye on the dauber.

5. Be careful of what you are dyeing. If you are dyeing a large spot use the dauber fully soaked. If you are doing a smaller section a paint brush or much less dye on the dauber may be required. 

6. Make sure to soak the article you are dyeing. Dye works by soaking into the item you are dyeing. It does not act like paint. Feel free to soak and evenly rub across to make sure all is even. 

7. Leave to dry for a few hours.

8. Using our Suede Kit brush or a strong bristled brush, break up the suede to bring it back to its natural feel. Be careful to not let residual dye get on other parts while brushing excess off. This will help the suede feel original again as well as remove excess dye so not run in case it gets wet.

9. (Optional)We highly recommend spraying down with our Water Repellent or Mink Oil Aerosol. \

Permanent results
Vibrant colors
Deep penetration
Trusted formula

How it works

Brush, dye, protect

Three simple steps for soft, even color.

  1. Brush

    Clean the whole surface, then brush up the nap with the Nubuck & Suede Kit.

    Nubuck & Suede Kit1 Kit · $9.95

  2. Dye

    Soak the dauber and work the dye in evenly. Let it dry for a few hours.

    Rust Suede Dye3 oz. · $5.95

  3. Protect

    Brush the nap back up, then spray with Water & Stain Repellent.

    Water & Stain Repellent Aerosol6 Ounce Can · $9.95

Why Angelus

Made for makers since 1907

  • 1907Five generations of the same family, made in Los Angeles
  • Pro-gradeThe same dye fashion and footwear companies use
  • MixableBlend colors to make your own shades

Good to know

Suede dye questions, answered

Quick answers from our counter staff.

Can I spot treat suede?

No. Clean and dye the whole surface to avoid water spots. If the suede feels hard, brush it to loosen the nap before dyeing.

Will the color look the same on my suede?

It depends on the suede underneath. Red dye on white suede turns pink, not true red. Test a hidden spot first.

Can I dye any suede black?

Black covers most suede colors well, since dye works best going darker.

Can I mix suede dye colors?

Yes. Angelus suede dyes mix together, so you can blend a custom shade. Don’t mix suede and leather dyes.

Suede dye or leather dye?

Suede dye for suede and nubuck. It has less color than leather dye and is made to keep suede soft; leather dye can make suede hard.

Does it ship outside the U.S.?

Suede dye ships within the U.S. only.

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Steven S. (Orlando, US)

Perfect for my project.

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Luis Y. (Newtown, US)

The Rust Suede Dye is a great product and very easy to apply and give an old pair of suede shoes a new look

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Joe D. (Charlotte, US)
Easy to use suede dyes

I haven’t used the rust color dye yet but I’m sure it will yield great results just like the many other shades I have used on other projects.

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Rajeev R. (Mountain View, US)

Good color, easy application!

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K.A.

Love the colors I ordered, look very nice on my wide brim fedoras.

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Paul W. (Portland, US)

Easy to apply, and I love the color! I saved some cash by buying a pair of beige suede shoes on sale and dying them myself.

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Mary (Murfreesboro, US)
Dye lots

I received 2 different dye lots and used anyway on a pair of boots believing that the color would be decently consistent, but the color variation is very visible. I’m pretty disappointed.

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Jamila (Charlotte, US)
Awesome

Awesome color!

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Robert

Works great. Great color results.

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Robert

Great products, works wonderfully.

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Corky O. (Sacramento, US)
Easy dyeing

This was so easy and it looks so good I can’t believe it. I’m now going to order navy blue for another pair of boots. Thank you for this great product.

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adam t. (Newport, US)
Great dye!

Easy to use and came out great!

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Anonymous (Pittsfield, US)
Mix and Match

Used the “Rust” to mix with “Beige” to get the right shade I needed.

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Lauren M. (League City, US)
Rust Suede Dye - Great w/ One Issue

I love the rust color, I ordered a large amount to cover an arm chair actually and ran out part way through. I re-ordered and it was not the same... not even close. It was too late by the time I found out and it dried. Tip is-- if you are doing a large surface area (yes I know this was meant for shoes) or maybe have enough for one shoe and will order more for the second-- just wait and order more then mix/combine them before using.

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Rick M. (Chicago, US)
Rust Suede Dye

Very satisfied.

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Mart B. (San Diego, US)
Color galor

I has a great experience. Te young lady that assisted me as Vera professional and seemed to be experience knowinh hor colors.

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Eric
Suede dyeing

Great it really does work if you know what your doing!

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Susan A. (Lake Forest, US)
Perfect

I decided to dye a leather travelers notebook rust. The dye was perfect. It was very easy to apply and dried quickly. The notebook looks great. Very happy with the overall experience. Thank you.

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Sammy J. (New York, US)
Literal Perfection

Against the advice of others, I tentatively bought this dye as a last ditch effort to make me fall in love with my Everlane heels that I unwisely bought in their natural leather shade. Worked like a charm. Such a simple application process even for a leather-dying newbie like myself. I have enough leftover to touch them up in a few months or even dye something else! Will be purchasing in other colors as the need arises. True to color!! (though varies with additional coats and application)

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Jakub (Wroclaw, PL)
Excellent quality

Great quality. I used only 5-10% of the bottle for one pair of shoes and it was enough. Coverage is superb. After one year the paint did not wash off. Highly recommended.

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Keith J.
Wicked Review

Love working with your paints so far! Great job

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Michael A.
Works great

Works great

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Felix C.
I loved it..it wasn't my

I loved it..it wasn't my idea of a rust color bit it worked for me..

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Pierce T.
Excellent quality dye. The color

Excellent quality dye. The color is really cool, it's actually a rust color.

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Ann
Good experience

I purchased 3 different colors of the suede dye and it came in a timely manner and was in perfect condition. I've only tried one so far, but it was excellent for my purposes. I would indeed purchase this product from this supplier again. I highly recommend both!

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Chrissy

Is the rust dye more orange or red?

Angelus Direct

Hi there,Our rust leans more on the orange side!

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Lana

How much would I need to dye a suede mini skirt?Should I wash the applicator after use or leave to dry as is?

Angelus Direct

Hi Lana :D You will only need 1 3oz bottle for this project, I recommend testing a small area first before dyeing, apply with a dry applicator. If you have any other questions feel free to email us at info@angelusdirect.com. Thank you for reaching out and have a wonderful day :D

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alex m.

will this work on nike sb ceramic dunks? got some fading on the shoe i need to touch up!

Angelus Direct

Hey Alex, it may be a little too dark. You can tone it down first (which I recommend) using NEUTRAL SUEDE DYE, then build the color from there. Best to start light.

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Wojciech W.

Hi - when are you going to have Rust Suede Dye in Quart size in stock? Thanks.

Angelus Direct

Hey there! We will not be offering our larger sizes on the website any time soon Please email us directly so we can help you! Please reach out to us directly at info@angelusdirect.com Thank you

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Patsy w.

When will this be in stock in pint and quart sizes again please ?

Angelus Direct

Hey there! We might be restocking in about a month or so If you have any other questions please reach out to us at info@angelusdirect.com Thank you!

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