Q: Who sells good shoe brushes in Calgary? I've been looking for years and can only find soft brushes with no substance. I want good bristles brushes that are firm enough to pick up the polish, and buffing brushes firm enough to give a good buff - not those flimsy fake horsehair brushes from China everyone sells.
A: You can still buy shoe brushes at the Bay in their shoe department. many shoe stores have them also. - you just need to ask. Many times they are packaged in a set with polish or protector. Tana, one of the largest makers of shoe care products sells 5 different types of shoe brushes. Check some of the better shoe places for their Tana displays of shoe care products. They sell: a Finishing Brush - Top quality brush with 100% horsehair bristles set in a sturdy wooden handle. Buffs quickly and easily. Dauber Brush, - Top quality brushes with 100% horsehair bristles set in a sturdy wooden handle. Applies polish evenly on footwear, especially around the sole edges. Suede Brush, - Effectively removes accumulated dirt and spots as it restores the pile and eliminates shiny areas. Deluxe Suede & Nubuck Brush - Effectively removes accumulated dirt and spots as it restores the nap and eliminates shiny areas. Features mulitple surfaces for the care of both suede and nubuck. Suede & Nubuck Rapid Brush - Offers a fast, easy cleaning and revitalizing of suede and nubuck footwear and accessories. Helps remove stains and lift nap. Great for travel and office. If you're still having a problem finding them here is your contact info 1-800-263-TANA (8262) E-mail: info@tana.ca Still having trouble finding what you're looking for try Braun brushes which sells 4 horsehair shoe brushes through their online and retail stores. http://www.brush.com/cgi-bin/Brush.storefront/485b0b47137cda76273fd8968d6406fe/Search/Run?Attributes=1008&SearchCombination=Or&Attributes=1007&1007=shoe+brush&SearchCombination=Or&Attributes=1006&1006=shoe+brush&1008=shoe+brush Customer Service: Jerilyn Leis 43 Albertson Ave. Albertson, New York 11507 1-800-645-4111 fax: 516-741-6299 sales@brush.co Hopefully these are of help to you. Good Luck