A good pair of leather shoes is an investment that will last for years if cared for properly. Buying an expensive pair will be a complete waste of money if you do not keep them clean, moisture free, and supple. Finding a local cobbler will also add to their life by having them resoled when needed. In addition it is essential to use leather shoe care products.
Something that does not take any time at all is to just rotate the shoes or at least take them off as soon as you get home. By doing so, you are allowing the moisture to dry out, which is important for the leather. In addition, place a cedar shoe tree inside the pair once you removed them from your feet.
There are metal and plastic models but they will not allow your shoes to dry properly. Get a cedar one. How it works is, while drying, the leather draws back to its original shape which is going to extend the life of the insoles and uppers. It also prevents those ugly lines from forming where it flexes. So, as soon as you take them off, place the cedar shoe trees into them and leave until you wear them again.
Too much moisture is a bad thing especially if it is retained. It can cause bacteria growth and mold to form. In addition to properly drying them if they get wet, apply a wax based polish on a regular basis. You could also use a waterproofing compound for heavier protection. Be sure to also dry your shoes when they get wet or damp by inserting newspapers or a towel. Do not though, place them next to a heater or use a blow dryer on them. You can cause cracks by drying too quickly.
Just as getting wet or allowing moisture to build up can ruin your pair, so can letting them get overly dry. Prevent cracks by buffing a little bit of petroleum jelly on or use a shoe cream. A specialty conditioner can also be applied lightly. Apply any of these on a regular basis.
The basic products that will extend the life of your shoes are inexpensive and easy to find. Cedar shoe trees, which we have already talked about. Use a shoe horn to maintain their shape by protecting the back when you slip them on. A horse hair brush is also essential for working in polish and removing any excess.
Mud, dirt, and alkaline can damage the leather so clean your pair often. A dry cloth will remove dirt and mud. For more stubborn grim, there are cleaners, oil soap, and saddle soap to do the job. When you want to get rid of scuff marks, an eraser or dab of non-gel toothpaste can work by rubbing on gently then brushing off.
Caring for your shoes also means that at some point you will have to have the leather soles resoled. Before this happens, visit local cobblers and find one you like and trust. They can give you advice and provide quality products. If there are none in your area that you want to use, just put the pair back in their original box and return to the manufacture for them to refurbish.
Something that does not take any time at all is to just rotate the shoes or at least take them off as soon as you get home. By doing so, you are allowing the moisture to dry out, which is important for the leather. In addition, place a cedar shoe tree inside the pair once you removed them from your feet.
There are metal and plastic models but they will not allow your shoes to dry properly. Get a cedar one. How it works is, while drying, the leather draws back to its original shape which is going to extend the life of the insoles and uppers. It also prevents those ugly lines from forming where it flexes. So, as soon as you take them off, place the cedar shoe trees into them and leave until you wear them again.
Too much moisture is a bad thing especially if it is retained. It can cause bacteria growth and mold to form. In addition to properly drying them if they get wet, apply a wax based polish on a regular basis. You could also use a waterproofing compound for heavier protection. Be sure to also dry your shoes when they get wet or damp by inserting newspapers or a towel. Do not though, place them next to a heater or use a blow dryer on them. You can cause cracks by drying too quickly.
Just as getting wet or allowing moisture to build up can ruin your pair, so can letting them get overly dry. Prevent cracks by buffing a little bit of petroleum jelly on or use a shoe cream. A specialty conditioner can also be applied lightly. Apply any of these on a regular basis.
The basic products that will extend the life of your shoes are inexpensive and easy to find. Cedar shoe trees, which we have already talked about. Use a shoe horn to maintain their shape by protecting the back when you slip them on. A horse hair brush is also essential for working in polish and removing any excess.
Mud, dirt, and alkaline can damage the leather so clean your pair often. A dry cloth will remove dirt and mud. For more stubborn grim, there are cleaners, oil soap, and saddle soap to do the job. When you want to get rid of scuff marks, an eraser or dab of non-gel toothpaste can work by rubbing on gently then brushing off.
Caring for your shoes also means that at some point you will have to have the leather soles resoled. Before this happens, visit local cobblers and find one you like and trust. They can give you advice and provide quality products. If there are none in your area that you want to use, just put the pair back in their original box and return to the manufacture for them to refurbish.
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