Do you buy new shoes every few months or so? Have the soles of your brand-new sneakers worn out with daily use? If you feel that you may not be able to afford new shoes, then quit worrying, and embrace the quick and easy tips and tricks to repair your shoes without shelling out a fortune. Repairing shoes at home may not be as easy as it sounds, but, if you can get hold of the right materials, then shoe repairing might become a cakewalk for you. If you are still not feeling sure about repairing shoes at home, then you can always sign up with Hello Laundry for the best and most affordable shoe repair service. Our expert cobblers and shoemakers will repair every tear and hole in your shoes and make the pair shine like new again. Nonetheless, read on to know more about the shoe repair secrets for repairing shoes at home on a low budget.

Quick fixes for your footwear

1.      Get rid of stains and marks

There is no worse eyesore than a blotchy and black mark on your nude-brown pumps or sneakers. In order to remove the mark, it is necessary to determine if the mark is a stain of mud that can be scrubbed off, or a stain more stubborn. If your shoes are of leather or faux leather, then simply scrub the mark off with an eraser. An eraser works well for scuff marks. Polish the leather shoes gently after removing the mark. If the scuff mark is too deep and widespread, then visit us at Hello Laundry to take care of your shoes.

2.      Do away with the slipperiness of soles

Do you often slip and trip while on a walk? Well, you are not clumsy. Instead, the soles of your shoes are slippery and need a little sandpaper treatment. Scrub the soles of your shoes gently with sandpaper in order to get rid of the slipperiness. You can also try spraying the soles of your shoes with hairspray to make the soles less slippery. If the slipperiness of the soles still remains, visit Hello Laundry to buy a sole protector of ribbed rubber for your shoes. Sole protectors of ribbed rubber are not only waterproof and slip-resistant but also resistant against wear and tear.

3.      Take care of deteriorated heels

Heels of stilettos often erode over time. An inexpensive way of repairing worn-out heels is to use a rubber cap that protects the heels against wear and tear. If you feel that the heels have eroded beyond repair then you may opt for heel replacement service at Hello Laundry. You may wear heel and toe taps to protect the shoes. You may also go for plastic heelers that come in four colours, gold, silver, black, and transparent. Plastic heelers are removable and perfect for walking in heels on uneven ground.

4.      Stretch out the extra-tight shoes

Are your shoes too tight? Do you feel uncomfortable around the heels? If yes, then you may need to invest in a pair of toe stretchers to stretch out the shoes. Toe stretchers help to make room in the shoes for the toes. Shoes that are too pointed at the toe region feel tight and uncomfortable. If toe stretchers do not work for you, then you may come over to Hello Laundry, to get the shoes stretched out comfortably by our cobblers. You may also buy a pair of comfy gel insoles for extra cushioning in your shoes. Gel insoles not only eliminate the tightness but also add a spring to your walk and make the footwear comfortable.

Conclusion

Now that you are aware of the various tips and techniques of repairing shoes, boots, sneakers, pumps, and heels, it is time to build a DIY shoe repairing kit. Make sure that the kit contains a bottle of strong glue, a roll of sandpaper, a pack of leather patches, a combination of needles and thread for stitching holes in the soles and shoe polish. Take proper care of your shoes and do not wear the same pair on a daily basis to prevent wear and tear by daily use.