The 11 Best Waterproofing Sprays to Protect Your Boots From Rain and Snow

The Apple Brand waterproofing spray is your best bet for leather boots. It’ll protect your shoes from water spots and stains from other liquids, and you can safely use it on wallets or belts, too (it’s known as a trusted leather bag protectant). “I use this on my Louis Vuittons, my new couch, my husband’s boots, new comforters, and decorative pillows,” wrote a customer. “It has never let me down and stains (food, blood, dog hair) just come right off.”

To buy: amazon.com, $17

This popular spray from Crep Protect promises to waterproof your canvas, suede, or nubuck shoes for up to two weeks. The brand is known for its products designed to keep sneakers looking good as new, but it also works wonders on boots. “I bought this when I bought a pair of suede combat boots for my trip to Alaska,” wrote a customer. “While I was up there, I stomped and jumped up and down in a mud puddle and my jeans above the boots were soaked and disgusting, but the boots were still perfectly dry and clean.”

To buy: amazon.com, $15

Bickmore’s leather and suede protector is another great waterproofer for leather boots. Thanks to its silicone-free formula, the spray will repel moisture while allowing the material to remain flexible. Shoppers spray it on everything from hiking boots to leather flats, and many reviews mention using it on suede and nubuck as well. “I sprayed my brand new cowboy boots with this spray and now whenever they get dirty I can just wipe them off without leaving any stains,” said one person. 

To buy: amazon.com, $13

Even though some versions of Ugg boots are pretreated, the brand still recommends reapplying the waterproofing treatment since the finish can wear down over time. Just remember to clean your boots before applying the protectant spray if they’re not brand new. Thanks to the waterproofing spray, shoppers are impressed that their Ugg boots still look new even after months of snow and rain. One wrote, “It keeps my boots from staining and keeps the water from ruining my day.”

To buy: amazon.com, $10

Available in both non-aerosol spray and sponge-on bottles, the Nikwax waterproofing is ideal for all types of suede and nubuck shoes. Reviewers are impressed by how long the coating lasts, with one person saying their hiking boots are still waterproof years after applying. “This stuff is amazing. It goes on easily, dries quickly (less than 24 hours), and doesn’t smell horrible,” said a shopper. “I went over my new suede boots twice (letting it dry in between applications) and there’s still enough left in the bottle to easily do another half-dozen or more pairs of shoes.”

To buy: amazon.com, $11

Not only does this Forcefield waterproofing spray dry super quickly (it cures in just 23 minutes), but it also provides UV protection that’ll help prevent colors from fading. Each treatment is designed to last about a year, so you don’t have to worry about reapplying often. “I’ve sprayed each item with two decent layers in one session and four months later everything is still beading water and repelling stains,” a reviewer said.

To buy: amazon.com, $15