Rules for the use of sprays and aerosols for distribution
Modern aerosols and sprays are very effective in helping to break in tight shoes, subject to certain rules.
- The spray is used for slight stretching. You won't be able to achieve an increase in size using a spray!
- Shake the container vigorously before use.
- Apply the composition only to problem areas.
- Shoes are put on immediately after applying the spray.
- When working with sprays or aerosols, you must strictly follow safety rules: work in a ventilated area with gloves, do not spray near fire, keep away from children.
Features of wearing faux leather shoes
To ensure that the procedures carried out do not damage leatherette shoes, the peculiarities of their stretching should be taken into account.
- After using various products, you need to apply a special cream that will lubricate the surface.
- Cooling or heating is not suitable for items made of varnished or thin materials.
- If the shoe fits true to size, but its heel rubs your foot, there is no need to stretch the product completely. Simply rub the backdrop with dry laundry soap or a paraffin candle.
When to contact a professional
You can often stretch tight shoes on your own. But you can entrust this procedure to specialists. Their experience and the availability of special materials will allow them to complete the job with a guarantee.
You should definitely contact a professional in the following cases:
- it is necessary to stretch shoes made of delicate material;
- you need to perform significant stretching (by a size or more);
- Independent attempts to stretch the product did not yield results.
Alternative methods for stretching boots
There are a couple of alternative methods for stretching shoes one size. For example:
- You can organize a “steam room” for boots at home. To do this, you need to hold the boot over steam, for example, over a boiling kettle or pan of water. Quickly put steamed boots on your feet and walk around for a couple of hours.
- Those who are especially risky can try lubricating their suede boots with hot vegetable oil. After this, put on the boots and leave them on for several hours.
- Paraffin candles will help stretch your boots. To do this, you need to melt the wax, pour it into bags (as in the freezing method) and place it in your boots. Wait for it to harden.
- If the backs or side walls of the boots are rubbing, you can treat them with laundry soap.
- Another remedy is kerosene treatment for those who are not afraid of an unpleasant odor. The boots are generously moistened with kerosene and worn in for several hours.
Read about methods for stretching other shoes here.
Getting rid of hard heels
An ordinary paraffin candle or laundry soap will help soften the backdrops a little. Rub one of these products on the inside of the heel of your shoe and try walking. You can also soften the backdrop with vinegar, generously moistening the skin in the problem area.
Alcohol diluted with water in a 1:1 ratio will help make artificial shoe materials soft. Moisten the backdrop with it and “break” it with your hands. Before the procedure, make sure that there is no cardboard insert in the heels; if it gets wet, it will get wet and the shoes will lose their shape.
Softening the back of boots with a hammer - video
If your favorite shoes or new sneakers rub your skin, don’t worry. You can soften them at home. When choosing softening products, pay attention to the material from which the shoes are made. Choose the method that suits you and enjoy walking in your favorite shoes or sneakers!
The most effective ways
You can achieve results and make shoes proportionate to your feet using different methods.
Special pads
Wooden or plastic lasts do a good job of stretching shoes. Once purchased, the lasts will effectively serve to stretch your shoes for a long time.
Important! The result of using pads will be better if you simultaneously use a special spray for stretching shoes.
It is not difficult to stretch a leatherette product using pads. You need to apply the spray to the problem area of clean shoes and insert the pads. Stretching time - 60 min. It is not always possible to achieve the desired result the first time, although you will immediately notice that the shoes have stretched. Repeat the procedure several more times until you feel comfortable.
Proper care
Leatherette shoes will last a long time if treated with care and proper care. Faux leather does not require special handling.
Basic rules for caring for leatherette products:
- timely cleaning and drying;
- use a damp cloth and soap solution if you need to wash the product;
- drying in natural conditions, without the use of heating devices;
- applying special shoe cream or baby cream to the dried surface.
