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Angelus White Paint

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The original leather paint, trusted by customizers since 1907.

Flexible and durableBends with leather as it’s worn
Smooth coverageColor builds with each thin coat
Goes a long way1 oz. covers 2 to 3 pairs
Works on moreLeather, canvas, denim, wood

Great for custom sneakers, restoring leather, color changes, bags and jackets.

Made in LA since 1907
Water-based
Mix any colors

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★★★★★Restoration

“They looked brand new.”

I inherited an old pair of Birkenstock white sandals that had yellowed and developed light brown spots on the leather, but were otherwise intact. After using this paint…

Sharon C. · Verified buyer

★★★★★Customizing

“A gift for finishing her first marathon.”

It’s so easy to use. I’ve never painted shoes before until last week. I surprised my daughter and custom painted a pair of Vans for her…

Kimberly W. · Verified buyer

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Angelus White Paint is an acrylic white leather paint for touching up white sneakers, painting midsoles, laying base coats, and customizing leather goods. It's water-based, stays flexible once dry, and covers in 3 to 5 thin coats on a properly prepped surface.

It's also the white shoe paint you mix in to lighten any other Angelus color. 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. Apply white in light, even coats so it sets without streaks, then seal it with Angelus 4-Coat for protection and the sheen you want. For full steps, open the Quick Guide below.

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 paint looks great and is easy to apply. I do about 3 thin coats and it dries quickly.”

★★★★★ Kristina S., Weston, WV

“Very easy an you guys YouTube channel is really helpful on Learning what and how everything is used I will be purchasing more product”

★★★★★ Jaron G., Cincinnati, OH

“The white paint has great coverage on leather. Started with the 1 oz. bottle, but I use it so often for base layers and for mixing, I knew I'd need more of it.”

★★★★★ Caleb C., Lexington, KY

Common questions

Can I use white paint on white shoes to cover scuffs?

Yes. Prep the area, then build up light coats of White until the scuff disappears into the shoe.

What's the difference between White and Flat White?

White has the standard Angelus finish, while Angelus Flat White dries with almost no shine for a matte look.

How do I make lighter colors with Angelus paint?

Mix White into any Angelus color, since all of our paints mix together.

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 on

Leather, canvas, wood and more

Leather
Shoes, bags, furniture and more.
Canvas
Jackets, shoes and bags. Mix in 2-Soft to keep it soft.
Denim
Jackets, pants, shorts and more.
Wood
Skateboards, guitars and more.
Plastic
Headsets, cups and more, mixed with 2-Hard.
Metal
Flasks, moto tanks and more, mixed with 2-Hard.

How it works

Prep, paint, seal

Three simple steps for a finish that lasts.

Prep
On leather, take off the factory finish with 3 to 5 passes of Leather Preparer & Deglazer.

Leather Preparer and Deglazer5 oz. · $5.95
Paint
Brush on 3 to 5 thin coats. Let each one dry 15 to 30 minutes.

White Paint1 oz. · $3.95
Seal
Wait 24 hours, then add 1 to 2 layers of 4-Coat to protect it and set the sheen.

Satin 4-Coat1 oz. · $6.95

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★★★★★

“Been buying Angelus products and been very happy with how my custom sneakers have turned out. New to…”

Orlando C.
★★★★★

“I call this yellow Canary Yellow. This is another vibrant color that I love. I pick my spots on when to…”

Dale J.
★★★★★

“I am repainting and decorating cowboy boots for centerpieces for a party. This paint is fabulous to work…”

Jone H.
★★★★★

“I use alot of pink in my painting. This one works for everything!”

Julie S.
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“It glows really well! I used it to splatter paint over black with a few other colors and it still blows…”

Kristen B.
★★★★★

“I absolutely love these paints. It has taken my painting to entire new level. I recently mixed the blue…”

Stephanie B.
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“It is brand new to me. I purchased the kit with 12 colors. I love how it feels and was pleased how it went…”

Kristie W.
★★★★★

“I painted my birkenstocks which had faded from the original lilac, and they look great!”

Leah R.

Why Angelus

Made for makers since 1907

1907Five generations of the same family, made in Los Angeles
4.9★Average across 16,000+ paint reviews
Pro-gradeTrusted by artists and professionals worldwide

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Paint questions, answered

Quick answers from our counter staff.

Can you paint leather with Angelus paint?

Yes. Angelus paint is a water-based acrylic made for leather shoes, bags and furniture. Take off the factory finish first with 3 to 5 passes of Leather Preparer & Deglazer, then paint in thin coats.

How many coats does it take, and how long does it dry?

3 to 5 thin coats give full coverage, and fewer work for line and detail work. Let each coat dry 15 to 30 minutes, then wait at least 24 hours before the paint bends or flexes.

How far does a 1 oz. bottle go?

About 2 to 3 pairs of shoes per 1 oz. bottle for a full repaint. Detail work uses much less.

Does it work on canvas, denim and fabric?

Yes. Clean the fabric first so no oils or dirt are left. Mix in 2-Soft to keep painted fabric soft and more laundrable, and heat set it when you use 2-Soft.

Do I need to seal it?

It's optional, and it helps. A layer or two of 4-Coat adds protection and sets the sheen: Flat, Matte, Satin or High Gloss.

What if I make a mistake?

You can always adjust. Dried paint comes off with Deglazer, or you can simply paint over it.

5 stars: 1244 (93%)
4 stars: 56 (4%)
3 stars: 14 (1%)
2 stars: 3 (0%)
1 star: 14 (1%)

Always happy with Angelus 🎨💛

Always happy to keep creating with Angelus 👩🏻‍🎨. Love bringing my ideas to life with these colors.

Worked great

Used to prime a pair of black shoes before painting a lighter color. Worked amazingly.

Hi Emma, we're thrilled to hear the Angelus White Paint worked perfectly for your project! These look great in their new color!

The best of best!

the best paint I've ever worked with

Worth the purchase anytime eveytime

I work with a lot of leather types and can be used on just about all of it that i do work with and it never fails great product even time will get again. I just make it any color i need with alcohol ink.

Covers Really Well

White covers far better than expected, even over darker colors.

Perfect

Perfect

Great paint

I used the white as a base coat for some neon colors and it did an amazing job. It was competing with a black shoe and helped tremendously. Amazing and love this paint!

Great white!

Great white! Love the discount for the larger size!

Excellent paint for leather

I am repainting and decorating cowboy boots for centerpieces for a party. This paint is fabulous to work with in a highly recommend it to anyone doing a special project.

The white paint you need

Angelus paint is the only paint I use for my paintings on denim. This white in particular is a nice consistency, it brightens up any other darker colors nicely and it builds a good base layer. It needs a couple coats for true white, but it's worth getting the larger size!

Great leather paint

Had some leather boots I had to paint ... worked great!!

1st timer

Never used paint like this before, and was extremely impressed. Would definitely order again 😄

I love

I love it

The shoe paint

The shoe paint is good

Son los mejores productos para hacer arte en las zapatillas

Son los mejores productos para hacer arte en las zapatillas , los mejores productos están aquí.

Son muy buenas y baratas

Son muy buenas y baratas las recomiendo para pintar zapatos y no se cae la pintura con agua ni nada es muy resistance

Would buy again

Great product, it works as advertised. I will defiantly be buying more Angelus paint in the future.

Always Great!

The acrylic white is the most used by me in the studio. I love the consistensy, is creamy and cover very well!

White paint

The white paint covered perfectly on my exotic chrome tanned hide. 3 light coats & a finish . Very happy with the results!

The Angelus Leather Paint is AMAZING

I have been painting a custom leather jacket for a client of mine. I ordered the de-glazer, clear glaze and the leather conditioner and White Acrylic leather paint. White is beautiful and a true white.The quality of the paint is unmatched. The glaze is amazing, and the conditioner brought the jacket back to life. I will forever be using Angelus products for all my leather paintings/ needs!

Wow!!!! love this so much! This came out great!!

Love this

Love this paint

Only a Few Coats Needed!

Used these on some Jordan 1s--very satisfied :)

Good as new

Used it on the bottom of my shoes to make them look brand new

Angelus White Paint

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PAINTING LEATHER

PAINTING CANVAS/DENIM - SHOES, CLOTHING, AND MORE

Leather, canvas, wood and more

Leather

Canvas

Denim

Wood

Plastic

Metal

Prep, paint, seal

Prep

Paint

Seal

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Made for makers since 1907

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