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The Difference Between Saphir Medaille D’Or And Saphir Products

March 23, 2018

When you are looking for superior shoe and leather care products it is no surprise the name Saphir is mentioned frequently. The Gold Medal, or Medaille D’Or, was awarded to the Saphir products entered into the 1925 International Exposition held in Paris. Because of the high quality of the polishes and other products honoured in Paris this range has withstood the test of time and is still offered virtually unchanged to discerning owners of leather today. These products can be for shoe care but they also extend into textile and synthetic care, hence the different formulations. Both Saphir lines will impress even the skeptic with their performance and economy of use. Because of the outstanding quality of the ingredients a little goes a long way. Buy and use either line with confidence.

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Saphir's Brush Collection - part 1

March 23, 2018

High quality, well made brushes designed to work with a variety of leathers are available online at Valentino Garemi. Here is a listing of the offerings we carry from Sahir and the products, leathers or other materials best served by them. The key to effectively using this crepe brush is to rub carefully in short circular motions to pick up soil and grease. The bristles will not mar your leather but will work the product deeply into the shoe, boot or other item.

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Saphir's Brushes Collection - Part 2

March 23, 2018

Absolutely essential to the well equipped shoe shine kit, the Saphir Medaille D'or Polishing Brush is crafted of an exotic waxed hardwood base and boar bristles. The Saphir Shoe Brush Oval is made of beechwood and horsehair, a classic shoe care tool, perfect for removing loose soil and removing excess polishes, waxes and other products. When dealing with staining on nubuck and suede try the power of Saphir Gommadin - Medaille D'Or or Saphir Gommadin Nubuck and Suede Cleaner . Both of these products work like leather stain erasers, absorbing dirt and grease, Rub gently and as the gommadin crumble the unwanted soils are lifted off.

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Upgrade to Burgol Leather Products

March 23, 2018

We at Valentino Garemi are always seeking the finest in leather care from masters around the world. Encompassing cleaners, conditioners, protectors and polishes, the Burgol line is just what the discerning leather owner desires and demands. When you choose Burgol your leather shoes, boots, bags and furniture become longtime companions, the deeply nourishing and effectively protecting ingredients caring for your possessions so they can be enjoyed for years. Your leather goods will breathe, shine and feel wonderfully soft and conditioned without losing any structural integrity. We invite you to browse the range and find the products and quality you require.

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La Cordonnerie Anglaise - Best in Travel Shoe Care Sets

March 23, 2018

Shoe shine kits and shoe care implements are crafted from the highest quality leather, hardwoods, bristle and hair, made by a company that can be relied upon to design practical yet handsome products that will withstand the test of time. Inspired approaches to taking shoe care products on the road are a special strength of the La Cordonnerie Anglaise range. The kits themselves, whether a traditional wooden box or an ingeniously styled leather case, are intended to last a lifetime, and may become beloved family heirlooms. Valentino Garemi is extremely pleased to add this superlative line to the collections online in our Ontario-based fine leather care store.

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Caring for Leather: Five Items Everyone Forgets

March 23, 2018

We all know that boots and shoes can benefit from regular cleaning, conditioning and polishing with high quality leather care products. But many other leather items that work hard for us in our daily lives also could use a cleaning and conditioning routine. Clean and condition belts at least once monthly and see how much they improve your fashionable look while lasting years longer. Make time every time you clean and polish your shoes to check your most used bags; every two weeks would be a reasonable routine for bags used often. Ensure these beautiful and expensive small leathers continue to serve you well for years by using the high quality products from the French leather experts at Avel / Saphire, including color restorers, de-salters and creams for even the most delicate, buttery leathers. Try a natural product like Woly Natura Lemon Cleaner to insure a healthy, safe and breathable living area even after a thorough leather cleaning of household items. Be sure to clean and condition after use or at least yearly.

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How to Clean and Maintain Sports Equipment

March 23, 2018

Late summer is a great time to take inventory of your and your family’s sports equipment, including taking the time to repair, condition and properly store the items so they are ready the next time you need them. Many sports use padded protective items like shoulder guards, shin guards and helmets. Often protective equipment and the tools of your favorite sports are made of leather, as are the all-important footwear individualized to the different sports. With proper care most sports equipment can last for many seasons to come, and with a little planning, the proper products and a judicious application of time and elbow grease your equipment will remain in the game.

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How to Find and Care for a Good Hiking Boots

March 23, 2018

About a week ago I realized, a little too late for the well being of my feet, that I need to invest in a pair of good hiking boots. Most were wearing some variety of hiking boots that gave them the traction, support, and water resistance that made their afternoon a pleasant stroll through the woods, indeed, just as promised, not the ordeal I had endured. he first thing I learned is there is much more to finding and fitting the proper boot than could ever be crammed into this article. Leathers, textiles and the lightweight synthetic materials frequently used for forays either into the woods, on the water, in the mountains or at any outdoor venue you frequent will be cleaned, conditioned and protected by the range collected here by the folks at Valentino Garemi. Happy hiking!

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How to Buy Shoes That Fit Online

March 23, 2018

Although we (Valentino Garemi) carry many products that can soothe your feet from the ravages of poorly fitting shoes, definitely prefer you take advantage of any opportunity to see first hand if the shoe fits before you buy it. After trying it on and finding the fit acceptable you can buy it and walk right out, or you can go back online to purchase there. Use these tips and your common sense when ordering footwear online and you will have a better chance of enjoying stepping out in those online beauties.

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Does the Shoe Fit? A Short Course on Sizing Footwear--Lesson One

March 23, 2018

We value individuality in almost all things, so it is somewhat curious that when the subject is fitting shoes properly some fail to understand that pair of fashionable shoes you long for may not be the best choice for your ever-so-idiosyncratic feet. Now you might begin to understand the reason the shoe store staff may bring your desired shoes and one or two other pairs that you didn’t even ask to see. Once you find a pair that feels close to perfect be sure to take the time to stroll around the shoe store or department with both shoes on. We look forward on discussing strategies for online and other mail order shoe purchases in our next blog post in late July--just in time for your fall shoe shopping.

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Summer Foot Care for Diabetics

March 23, 2018

Living a healthy and productive life requires careful foot care for diabetics, and the summer presents special challenges for those diagnosed with this condition. Because the circulation of blood to the hands and feet can be compromised for those with diabetes, nerve damage can occur, making it difficult for the person to feel pain and attend to injuries to the extremities. Foot Care Products for Diabetics at Valentino Garemi Browse the pages of our foot care and treatment solutions and you will find a large number of formulations made specifically for those dealing with diabetes or for use by all, but tested and found appropriate to apply when diabetes is present. Follow the above tips and invest in high quality diabetic foot care products from our Canadian online store. You will be ready to jump right in and have a great time this summer.

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How to Clean and Care Leather Upholstery in Your Car or Boat

March 23, 2018

Take advantage of summer’s warmth and give your car’s leather upholstery a thorough cleaning and conditioning. If you are captain of your own boat, add the watery spray of the wakes and waves, sunscreen and other consequences of a happy day on the lake or river--gasoline and motor oil, bait and fish residue, beach sand and tar, and scrapes and scuffs from water toys and sporting equipment. Try Saddle Soap Plus from Bickmore or a tin of Moneysworth & Best’s basic saddle soap. Another option is Woly Natura Lemon Cleaner, a plant-derived solution that is gentle on your leathers and your skin--it has been tested by dermatologists. Using these products is so straight forward and simple you may find yourself looking forward to regular sessions, keeping your leather upholstery clean and conditioned at all times, resulting in a longer life for your valued boat or car.