how to make a shoe last

 

Everyone has heard the horror story of a brand new pair of shoes that look like they'll be wearable for just one wear, but give up the ghost after only a day or two.

 

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 Maybe it's because we aren't taking care of our shoes properly, or maybe it's because we just don't know how to take care of them in order to make them last longer. Whatever the case may be, this article will teach you how to make your shoes last!

 

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Purchasing high-quality shoes can get very expensive if you're looking for rugged terrain with thick rubber soles and durable uppers. 

 

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That is why there are some things that you should do in order to prevent your expensive investment from going to waste too quickly.

 

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Cheap shoe brands typically don't last as long as more durable and expensive brands, but that does not mean that you have to break the bank.

 

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 If you have a number of pairs of cheap shoes in your closet, it is possible to keep them from falling apart by following this step-by-step guide before each wearing.

 

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Wash Them First, Even Though Your Shoes Don't Have To Be Clean To Wear

No matter how dirty they are or how clean they need to be in order for you to wear them, it is always a good idea to throw your shoes into the washing machine before wearing them the first time.

 

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 While you can wash them by hand if they are not extremely dirty, it is much better to put them into the washing machine because the friction froth of the spin cycle will loosen up any dust and dirt that maded their way onto your new shoes.

 

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Remove The Laces And Replace Them With A New Pair

One of the most common causes of shoe failure is laces that break while you're wearing them. If your shoes already have this problem, or if you need to prevent it from happening, you should remove your laces and throw them away.

 You should also replace the laces with a brand new pair. When you first purchase a pair of shoes, you should put two to three weeks of wear into them before replacing them with a new set.

 

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Take Care Of The Soles And Uppers Of Your Shoes

One way to make your shoes last longer is by taking care of the soles and uppers.

 

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 You should keep an eye out for any cracks in either the soles or uppers, and restore these parts back to their original condition by replacing them if possible.

 

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Make sure that your shoes have proper ventilation as well, because it is one of the leading factors for shoe failure. Your shoes should have ventilation holes on the sides, uppers, and back of your shoes.

 

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Sole Felt Is A Must

Sole felt is a material that you can place between the bottom of your shoe and the ground. Some athletic shoes come with this material pre-installed, but others don't. 

 

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If you are not sure whether or not you have sole felt, you should take your shoes to a repair shop and ask them to install it. This small investment can save you a lot of money in the future,

 

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 because sole felt will help prevent rocks, glass pieces, and anything else that might be found on the ground from puncturing your soles.