| Here are some tips to ensure that your shoes last long and remain
comfortable to wear. |
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| 1. Protect New Shoes |
| Pre-treat your new shoes before wearing them with an appropriate
protector eg Suede and Fabric Protectors. This will waterproof and
stain proof the shoes and ultimately prolong the life. |
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| 2. Give Your Shoes a Rest |
| Do not wear the same shoes two days in a row as shoes can take
a whole day to dry out. Perspiration build up is a major reason for
footwear failure. |
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| 3. Dry Wet Shoes Carefully |
| Never put wet shoes in front of a fire or radiator as heat causes
premature damage to uppers and soles. Rather let them dry naturally
at room temperature and stuff them with clean paper to maintain
their fit and shape. |
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| 4. The Right Way to Clean Shoes |
- 4.1 LEATHER FOOTWEAR
• Leather is a natural material and needs regular care.
• If soiled, allow the mud to dry first before cleaning.
• Remove the mud with a blunt instrument and dab off the
remaining dirt with a clean damp cloth.
• Apply a quality shoe cream or wax polish to clean the leather
uppers.
• Buff with a clean dry cloth or soft bristle brush.
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- 4.2 NUBUCK AND SUEDE SHOES
• Frequent use of stain or water protector will maintain the
appearance.
• Do not use a wire brush as this damages the surface.
• Clean with either a stiff nylon or hard rubber brush.
• To remove stains, rub carefully using either soapy water or a
suede shampoo.
• Expect a slight color change.
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- 4.3 FABRIC SHOES
• Avoid wearing in wet and muddy conditions.
• Take extra care with delicate materials and trimmings.
• To clean use only specialised cleaning products or soapy water.
• Test the cleaning product on a small area of the shoe first
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- 4.4 BEADED SHOES
• Hand sewn beadwork needs added care when worn.
• Remember to avoid brushing the sides of the shoes against
surfaces.
• Avoid catching the inner sides of the shoes against each other when walking.
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