I came to learn about Shining Monkey fabric protector at Purseblog Forum where many wrote how effective this fabric protecter is to protect from rain water, unwanted spills, stains and dirt. It often compared against apple garde rain & stain repellent. I was initially quite skeptical on this product as it was mostly used on cars but after reading how shining monkey when sprayed on leather and it leaves no trace whereas apple garde rain & stain repellent slightly darkens the leather, it totally changed my mind. However Shining monkey fabric protector is priced at USD$16.99 which is more expensive Apple Brand Garde’ Rain & Stain Repellent 5.5 oz which cost only USD$11.85 with free shipping within US.
Pros of the Product
The product works great on purses, jackets, shoes and sporting gear and interiors and it is odorless and quick drying. Reviews from Purse Forum reveal that it protects bag and makes it waterproof which act really well as a rain repellent some claimed. It can be used on most leather and most applied it on vachetta leather and claimed that it worked perfectly. Leather may darken instantly after application but within minutes it had dried and looked as if nothing had been used on it. No lasting color change. Apply multiple layer spray and leave it overnight.
Cons of the Product
Not all fabric is suitable for the Shining monkey fabric protector, one user claimed that she damaged her handbag when she applied it on patent leather, it could be one in a million but it is always good to apply at a hidden corner. Let it dry a few hours before applying on the entire handbag. Shining Monkey is very precise on its instruction to use. The product must be shaken very well before use and there should also be a distance of no less than 8” away from the surface. Instruction also tell that one should wait up to three minutes it to dry well and reminds not to touch the surface while the leather cleaner is drying. Depending on how big the stain is, there can be a need to apply Shining Monkey more than once. Plastic parts must also be avoided for discoloration may occur. Remember afterall this product is designed for car interior and not handbags so I would advise to use this product with extra cautious.
Owners of Purse Forum also share their opinion of wanting Shining Monkey to be readily available at Walmart and K-Mart since it works amazingly not within the reach. As of today, Shining Monkey is only available on their local website.
Who Should Buy the Product?
Shining Monkey is a perfect companion for individuals who are in the hunt of a cleaning tool that can be used with different kinds of fabric and material. Any bag owners will be surprised how fabulous the Shining Monkey cleaner is. Amazon reviews show that it is absolutely the best stuff to use on natural leather and designer purses for maintenance and making any material good as new.