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Couldnt resist the sns sale on this pair for about $130. and i knew id be blacking out that boost before i bought. (sorry dont see it available any longer, but its on goat and stockx for 120-160ish depending on size.) i wanted to try the full angelus method since heskicks said it lasted on youtube, and it took me 3 days on and off this weekend.

full photo album progress here with comparison pix in different steps of the method and against "OEM" black adidas boost https://imgur.com/a/5RE2d

STEPS

Day 1 – deglaze and dye. Deglazed before dinner, painted dye layer 1, wait 10 mins then dye layer 2. Let dry overnight.

Day 2 – Dye reducer. Feelgoodkicks on youtube said this was important to eliminate cracking and that purpleish sharpie-like tint, so I tried it. Make sure to very lightly roll a Q-tip over your dye work, otherwise else you can completely remove all your work. Later that day I painted with the flat black paint. Waited 10 mins then did a 2nd layer.

Day 3 – Acrylic Paint. Wait 10 mins and do a 2nd layer. Still looked too glossy to me, so I masked the upper and sprayed with krylon later that day. And a 2nd layer a few mins after as the instructions state to get my finished product. Also added alternate laces and gunmetal grey aglets. Didnt end up using the mink oil since Im worried the boost will gloss up, but I still might try some later.


OVERALL TIPS

With any painting, take your time and do LIGHT layers to prevent chipping/cracking as much as possible.

I didnt mask the upper when painting since i went slowly, but paint brushes are actually easier to use very close to the primeknit than the sharpies were. I normally painted that upper edge first, then used a larger brush to paint the main part of the boost.

Krylon spray was a must. Album has a comparison photo with just angelus finish and its super glossy compared to the krylon finish. Using krylon finish alone, however, the paint rubbed off the boost whenever i touched it. so gotta do both

PREVIOUS POST (sharpie method)

https://www.reddit.com/r/Sneakers/comments/7thl9p/iniki_boost_blackout_oil_based_sharpie_matte/

Since the previous sharpie method rubbed off a bit on my fingers, I retouched with the anglus acrylic finish and then krylon again to get it more matte. Seemed to do the job.

I think for the sharpie method id have to add deglazer and angelus finish. so a total of 4 purchases would be good (deglazer, sharpie, angelus acrylic finish, krylon matte finish)



PRODUCT LINKS

Angelus Leather Preparer & Deglazer 4 Oz - $6.60
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00EU322DQ

Angelus Brand Leather Dye W/applicator - 3 Oz ''Jet Black'' - $6.75
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B016QV7XIS

Angelus Acrylic 4 Ounce Paint (Flat Black) - $8.49
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00MPXF6XG

Angelus Brand Acrylic Leather Paint Matte Finisher No. 620 - 4oz - $7.59
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00B5W4LX4

Krylon Matte Finish - $3.47
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B005ENZ8CS

Heartybay Nylon Paint Brush Set - $5.98
https://www.amazon.com/Heartybay-10Pieces-Round-Pointed-Nylon/dp/B00V4EG6D6

start with just the brush, a good amount of dirt will simply wipe off suede and nubuck

if it's still there, use the eraser. use a nice eraser from a decent mechanical pencil. stay away from those hard cheap ones.

if you use an eraser, there will be a bit of flaking left over. use the brush to get everything going in the same direction.

this will take care of most dirt/dust ('dry')
here's a good price on a kit with both: http://www.amazon.com/dp/B000IBIIFK/ref=dra_a_cs_mr_hn_it_P1043_104?tag=dradis-20

if it's more like a stain ('wet', like mud or grease), you'll need a cleaner like jason markk

and yea usually always recommend trying the products and tools to be sure it doesn't fade your materials.

https://www.amazon.com/Sharpie-Oil-Based-Paint-Marker-Medium/dp/B00KGCOZ9Y/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1517510249&sr

The white paint is next to identical compared to the white boost. Oil-based so it's water and fade resistant. Also, works great on boost because the material acts like a sponge and absorbs the oil.

Start by giving the midsole a thorough cleaning with acetone (nail polish remover) and cotton swabs. Then apply. Great for hot spots or full coverage.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MG9QBXI/ref=ya_aw_od_pi?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Super easy to install love them!

I have heard really good things about Kiwi whitener I am not saying buy from here but this is one of the first links I found to it just by googling.
Many other people pain their boost but I heard that can take a bit of time. Good luck

Use soap and water or and sneaker cleaner.

As far as if your boost is yellowing you will need to paint over it to do that you need to
Get angleus leather paint
Put thin coats drying with a hair dryer in between coats
Use a finisher

Another method I have see used on white boost is to use a sneaker paint pen
(https://www.amazon.com/KIWI-Sport-Shoe-Whitener-4-0/dp/B000UDEBMA)
Just an example ^
And you can just use that on the boost

I used a fabric shaver when I had a pair to get rid of the lint on the sock liner. Very safe to use and works great.

I have these http://amzn.to/1RXy5uZ pretty happy with them

Not sure, I remember googling around for it a while ago and didn't find much to go on. If anyone sees this thread and knows let us know lol

Update: found a couple options if anyone else is interested

https://www.amazon.com/Reflective-Acrylic-Paint-Lightning-Brand/dp/B00UJYBN62
https://www.amazon.com/Reflect-ALL-Reflective-Spray-Paint/dp/B0141DE14C

I clean my sneakers with this

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00D12KGVW/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s02?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Works for me. Careful with the brush on fabrics, might want to use another brush for a softer shoe/fabric.

negative. check your local champs/finishline/footlocker and ask if they have a suede eraser for suede shoes. they should know what you're talking about. if not you can always check out NB's suede cleaning kit.

http://www.amazon.com/New-Balance-Suede-Cleaning-System/dp/B000IBIIFK

the eraser should have a side for suede and a side for nubuck. if you do decide to get it, the best way to clean suede/nubuck with the kit would be to brush > erase > brush again.

I got this one. Works good and is cheap
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B008I25368/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1478411279&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=wool+shaver&dpPl=1&dpID=41QoDqg1osL&ref=plSrch

Yeah unfortunately they don't come out unless you paint them like stated before , here is the marker I use

I purchased mine from a local hobby store quite some time ago. However, something like this vinyl or even cheaper ones should do the trick.

I actually have the same one! Here's the Amazon link:

SONGMICS 10 Tiers Shoe Rack with Dustproof Cover Closet Shoe Storage Cabinet Organizer Dark Brown URXJ36Z https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00U5LK20M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_65SpzbC2JZAAR

For the prime knit I would just use a sneaker shoe cleaner you can find on Amazon.

Yes, with this, no as is.

I terminated them just behind the cage using clips like these, and cut the excess lace off

https://amzn.com/B00JOMBZQ8

It's from amazon. I have the same one but skinnier

Edit: SONGMICS 10-Tier Shoe Tower Rack with Cover 27-Pair Space Saving Shoe Storage Organizer Dark Brown URXJ10Z https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00U5MA8NW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_edVpzbWZ6CVTS

couple of books I found

https://www.amazon.com/Sneakers-Complete-Collectors-Unorthodox-Styles/dp/0500512159

https://www.amazon.com/Sneakers-Complete-Limited-Editions-Guide/dp/0500517282/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_14_t_0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=M3BQ6KZKHQ2H5BJ3Q850


https://www.amazon.com/Sneakers-Rodrigo-Corral/dp/0448494337/ref=pd_bxgy_14_2?_encoding=UTF8&pd_rd_i=0448494337&pd_rd_r=0C4TTN946P6A5QCNNNNQ&pd_rd_w=5ipav&pd_rd_wg=tVS49&psc=1&refRID=0C4TTN946P6A5QCNNNNQ

https://www.amazon.com/Out-Box-Rise-Sneaker-Culture/dp/0847846601/ref=pd_lpo_sbs_14_t_2?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=M3BQ6KZKHQ2H5BJ3Q850

https://www.amazon.com/Fifty-Sneakers-Changed-Design-Museum/dp/1840916788

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00QOQI5LU?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_awd_Pt7MwbYAET55M

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00U5LK20M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_65SpzbC2JZAAR

This one!

This is the one I use: http://smile.amazon.com/Songmics-10-Tier-27-Pair-Organizer-URXJ10Z/dp/B00U5MA8NW?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00

You don't have to use the cover and you don't have to build it up all the way. This way if you don't have enough shoes, it won't look so empty. Then you can build it up as you get more shoes.

This + small paintbrush. There are only a few sections that need to be painted. Took about an hour total with 4 coats per shoe.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00PM5ADIM/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?qid=1419200483&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70

Here is the desktop version of your link

There are reflective paints but none specifically for shoes. It would have to flex. Heres an acrylic one I found. Never used it. Just looked into it once for some 5's I was doing a custom on.

https://www.amazon.com/Reflective-Acrylic-Paint-Lightning-Brand/dp/B00UJYBN62

Expensive, but:

http://www.amazon.com/SneakerC-Luxury-Sneaker-Display-Box/dp/B00QOQI5LU

https://www.amazon.com/Out-Box-Rise-Sneaker-Culture/dp/0847846601

Out of the Box: The Rise of Sneaker Culture

https://www.amazon.com/Fifty-Sneakers-Changed-Design-Museum/dp/1840916788

https://smile.amazon.com/Kiwi-31600128009-Sport-Shoe-Whitener/dp/B000UDEBMA/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8

Non-mobile: Levi's 511 anthracite

^That's ^why ^I'm ^here, ^I ^don't ^judge ^you. ^PM ^/u/xl0 ^if ^I'm ^causing ^any ^trouble. ^WUT?

Levi's 511 anthracite

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MG9QBXI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1453994825&sr=8-1&pi=SX200_QL40&keywords=golden+aglets&dpPl=1&dpID=41eTfxijtbL&ref=plSrch

AmazonBasics 50-Pair Shoe Rack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H7P1FHI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_Uz9Ayb16BNSAB

Here ya go

It's this one but in a different color.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00H8RDTLU/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_UM.hAbRJJN4KW

Thank me later

Here's the link, I just laid it over the top of each stripe in strips and cut it with an exacto knife.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00NQMLVUM/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

This bad boy It's not bad. Has wheels that lock. Not the sturdiest thing, but the more shoes you have on it, the sturdier it gets.

Pick up one of those bar/brush sets (like this one http://www.amazon.com/New-Balance-Suede-Cleaning-System/dp/B000IBIIFK ) and try that out before trying any of the spray cleaners places sell. I've always had trouble with discoloration from the sprays.

I wear these..

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00MWOETP4/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1474030636&sr=1-1&pi=SY200_QL40&dpPl=1&dpID=31bs0DmgEjL&ref=plSrch

But any no show socks would work. Most people really don't wear these shoes with no socks, that would stink them up. I like this pair because they have silicone on the back heel to keep them from moving..