Shoe stretcher spray: how to use

Sometimes you get the wrong size when buying shoes. There are errors in calculations when purchasing online. Or a couple that fit well in the store turned out to be a bit cramped at home. Fortunately, the problem is solvable! And you will need a stretcher for it. Special sprays are sold in shoe stores and cosmetics and household chemicals boutiques.

It is easier to avoid mistakes when trying on shoes or boots by going for them in the afternoon. By this time, the legs will have time to swell, and the size will reach the “true” size.

How does the spray work?

The miraculous properties of the stretcher are due to its composition. It contains special substances: alcohols and propellants. They soften the material and, using microbubbles, penetrate deep into its structure.

Once soft and flexible, the leather molds to the foot, stretching into tight spaces while still maintaining its softness. Thanks to the fragrance, the product also has a deodorizing effect.

However, the limitations of the stretcher's capabilities are obvious: its main task is to increase the width of the space. In length, the maximum of its capabilities is limited to half the size.

There is also a danger of ruining the appearance of shoes or boots! The color may change or become blurry and mottled. Light skin is especially vulnerable.

All products need testing, and stretch foam is no exception. An inconspicuous area (the inner side of the tongue, the edge near the sole) is suitable for the experiment.

How to use a shoe stretcher correctly?

Any product is accompanied by instructions, and the success of the business depends on the compliance of the actions with its main points.

The procedure looks like this:

• Shake the can and spray the product onto problem areas. Both external and internal surfaces are processed.
• We wait a couple of minutes until the foam settles and is slightly absorbed.
• Let's begin the stretching procedure.

There are two possible ways: wear it directly on the foot or using special pads (wooden, plastic or aluminum).

First way to stretch

The good thing is that the shoes will fit exactly to your feet. However, you will have to spend half an hour in discomfort. Having put on your shoes (preferably with as thick a sock as possible), you need to walk until you feel that the shoes become looser.

Second stretching method

If you are not ready to withstand this, another method will come to the rescue. A block is inserted into the spray-treated product. The screw sets the desired width. Sometimes the pads are equipped with holes in “problem” areas, like protruding bones. Overlays are inserted into them, and the shape is adjusted to suit the individual characteristics of the foot.

The pads are also good for high-quality seasonal shoe storage. By inserting them inside your favorite shoes or boots, you can avoid creases and dents.

Having dealt with the problem of tightness, it is finally worth treating the shoe material with a suitable care product - cream or conditioner. Stretched skin becomes more vulnerable.