Stop Squeaking Shoes
Jul 25th, 2009 Posted in Fashion | no comment »I would definitely consider myself a shoe collector, and so would anyone else that looks into my closet. Yesterday, as I looked through my closet for the perfect shoes to wear for the day, I found a new pair of shoes that I bought a couple months ago that some how got lost in the mess I call a closet. Excitedly I pulled out my brand new shoes that were the perfect touch my outfit.
I felt the confidence that I usually have when I wear a new pair of shoes until I heard it, the squeaking from one of my shoes! I shrugged it off thinking that it would go away after a little bit, they were brand new sandals after all, but as the day continued, so did the squeaking. Well, because I love my shoes so much and dont want to have to place them back in their hidden spot, I decided to find out what I could do to make the squeaking stop. Here are some things I found that might be helpful to you too.
1. Wet shoes can be a problem. You need to let them dry thoroughly either in a dryer or air dry. A great idea for athletic shoes is to put them in the dryer on tumble.
2. I had never even heard of air conditioner until I started searching for things that would help get rid of the squeaking. Apparently it works great when you rub it into the parts of your shoes that rub together, or even the tongue and the laces.
3. Saddle soap can also help on the tongue of the shoe. Make sure you dont just lightly dab but really rub it into the tongue.
4. Use baby powder or cornstarch. This is my favorite method since it is easy and uses products I always have around the house. Lift the insole out of the shoe and sprinkle the powder inside, replace insole and give the entire shoe a light dusting. Allow to sit overnight and wear the next day.
5. Check to see if the heel is loose. If so, re-glue with an adhesive product and clamp until dry.
6. Ive also found that silicone spray is great to get rid of that annoying sound. Dont worry if your shoes are leather. It wont harm them at all.
Hopefully after youve tried some of the above suggestions youve been able to find great success. If not and you absolutely cant part with your shoes try a local shoe repair shop. They will definitely be able to help you get rid of that annoying noise. If none of the above options work and you love the shoes, try talking to your local shoe repair shop to see if they have any suggestions.
