We stretch leatherette shoes
Probably each of us has encountered such a problem; the shoes we purchased in the store seemed comfortable and suitable in all respects (fullness, width and length), but later began to cause discomfort. A product made of genuine leather is easier to stretch, but with leatherette the situation is more complicated.
If the new thing cannot be returned to the store or you like the shoes so much that you simply don’t want to part with them, the question arises: how to stretch leatherette shoes while maintaining the original appearance. There is a way out - you can do it yourself at home.
Let's look at the most proven and effective methods, but first, it's worth noting some important points. FirstlyIn order for the shoes to take the shape of the foot, you will need to carry out the procedure several times. Secondly, you need to make sure that it is made of good quality material. Third, it is not recommended to use the following methods for patent leather shoes, as this material cracks when stretched.Lastly, to prevent calluses from forming during wear-in, you can lubricate the heels of your shoes well with regular paraffin.
Heat treatment
Using this procedure, done several times, you can achieve good results. To do this, you need to put woolen socks on your feet and try to put shoes or boots on them.
Next, use a hairdryer to gradually heat the problem areas, while setting the temperature to medium to preserve the material from damage. After that we walk for a while.
Using water
Water has sufficient properties to stretch artificial leather products. You just need to wet the shoes inside, put them on your feet and walk until they dry. This is a rather unpleasant method, so you can use damp newspapers that need to be placed tightly in the product. In order for the shoes to take the desired shape, this method will have to be repeated 2-4 times.
Alcohol
Alcohol is often used to solve this problem due to its softening effect on artificial leather. At home, alcohol-containing products such as cologne or vodka are useful.
If the shoes cause discomfort in a particular place, you just need to treat the problem area well and wear it until it dries completely. To achieve results, it is enough to repeat the procedure 2-3 times.
Laundry soap
This method has been used for several generations. It is considered effective in stretching shoes due to the composition of laundry soap, which has a softening effect on the material. This procedure is carried out in a certain sequence.
Dilute the soap with water to a paste consistency (for convenience, grate the soap).Apply the resulting paste to the inside of the shoe and leave for 4–6 hours, not allowing it to dry completely. Afterwards, remove the paste with a washcloth and put it on your feet with a cotton sock to completely wear it in.
Important! To preserve the results after the procedures, you need to fill your shoes with newspapers and leave them overnight.
Store funds
There are products for stretching shoes that can be purchased at the store. One of them, quite simple, is the use of special blocks (they can be made of wood or plastic). With their help, you can adjust not only the length, but also the width of the shoe. And to speed up the process, experts recommend the use of creams and sprays to make the skin more pliable. The main advantage is that the treated shoes do not need to be worn on your feet.
Important! In this case, you need to work with artificial leather extremely carefully, as the material may crack. Special pads are also used for drying and storing shoes.
If you have concerns about using lasts, you can treat your shoes with paste (foam) purchased in a store and walk like this for several hours. The result will pleasantly surprise you: after a while, the shoes will become more comfortable. These products contain chemicals that directly affect the processed material.
Attention! If the above methods do not give the desired result, you can use the services of a repair shop, where, with the help of a professional block, problem areas will be properly corrected.
How to stretch a leatherette jacket
There is also a situation when your favorite leatherette jacket becomes too small, but it is in excellent condition.Let's consider what methods will be useful for solving this problem at home.
Heat treatment
This method is similar to the procedure done with shoes. We heat the product in those places where discomfort is felt using a hairdryer on medium setting. We are trying to put a thick sweater on top. Next you need to wear it for about 30 minutes. If the jacket, treated with heat, does not fit on you, you can ask a friend of a smaller build for help.
Using water
As already mentioned, water is a good helper in this problem. It is necessary to wet the jacket with a warm shower and put it on a warm sweater. To achieve a successful result, you will have to walk for a long time - several hours. To reduce this time, you can stay in a room with high humidity or just take a walk during the rain (just be sure to use an umbrella).
Alcohol
In this case, we treat those areas that require stretching with an alcohol-containing solution. If the jacket does not have a lining, we also process the inside. After this, we wear the jacket until it dries completely. The present odor will gradually dissipate.
Laundry soap
This method will be less effective than with shoes, especially for hard leather. This time we will use liquid laundry soap, which is now sold in any hardware store. First you need to make a soap solution at the rate of one part water to four parts soap.
Using a sprayer, apply the prepared solution to the product, both from the outside and from the inside. Next, you need to put on and wear the jacket over the sweater for half an hour. Then remove and treat again with the solution. Continue wearing it until the jacket is completely dry.If soap stains appear afterwards, they can be removed with a damp cloth. To consolidate the result, you can treat the dried jacket with alcohol.
Store funds
Products from the store used to stretch shoes are also good for increasing the size of a jacket. Using foam, we will treat not only the outside, but also the inside of the jacket, of course, if there is no lining. Next, as usual, we dress and wear for about an hour. If after these manipulations the jacket remains tight, the procedure must be repeated.
Important! If the artificial material is quite hard, then it is better to leave the treated jacket to soak for about half an hour.
The most effective of these methods will be the use of chemical sprays and foams for stretching, especially rough leatherette.
Reference! All of the above methods for stretching shoes and jackets are suitable only if you need to stretch the product slightly, otherwise the appearance may be completely ruined.
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