It happens that a person is faced with the problem of tight shoes: when at the time of purchase the model you like fits perfectly, and then, in the process of walking, it becomes uncomfortable, tight, presses, squeezes fingers, rubs the heels. In this case, you can stretch the shoes yourself. There are several proven ways to stretch tight shoes at home. But it is worth remembering that you can successfully stretch shoes that are just a little smaller than the right size.
Universal options for shoe stretching
There are several ways of influencing tight shoes, which are suitable for products made of different materials (genuine leather, substitute, suede, patent leather). These stretch methods are also the safest for all possible models except fur-lined boots.
Special emollients for shoes. They are applied from the inside of the shoes to the problem areas. (If the shoes are made of genuine leather, then it can be applied outside). Immediately after processing, shoes should be worn with a tight toe until the desired areas are dry, taking the shape of a foot. This stretching option can be repeated several times to achieve a better result.
Stretching with castor oil is also a universal way to impact tight shoes. After processing the oil from the inside, you need to walk in shoes for several hours. Oil softens problem areas, so that the shoes get the exact shape of the foot. This method is inconvenient in that after the procedure, oily shoes inside must be thoroughly cleaned. You can change the oil with an alcohol solution (one to one with water), cologne, and even kerosene. But this method is even more inconvenient, since the smell after processing will remain for a long time.
How to stretch leather shoes at home
Genuine leather products are the most durable and durable. Therefore, they will be able to withstand more aggressive methods of exposure. For example, high and low temperatures.
Under the influence of high temperature, genuine leather is able to expand and become softer. You can heat the shoes with a hairdryer, or hold it for some time over boiling water. Heated shoes should be worn until completely cooled and dried. Warm skin immediately takes on the desired shape and retains it for a long time. After the procedure, so that the skin does not dry out, you should treat it with a nourishing shoe cream.
You can also stretch genuine leather shoes under the influence of low temperature, by the method of freezing. First, plastic bags are inserted into the shoes (2 in each, in case the bag breaks). Then water is poured into the inner bag. It is necessary to ensure that large folds do not form inside the shoe, for this the bags should be maximally straightened. Water should completely fill the space inside the shoe. A bag of water is tied, while the other remains open. In this position, the shoes are placed in the freezer at least for the night. During freezing, the water will gradually increase in volume, while stretching the shoes.
After processing the shoes in one way or another, you must always apply the cream.
As a rule, genuine leather shoes can be carried on their own after a few weeks. Therefore, perhaps you should not rush with such radical stretching measures.
How to stretch faux leather or substitute shoes
Such shoes are much harder to stretch than natural. When exposed to high temperatures, such products become unusable. Therefore, you need to be careful. The most effective and safe way to stretch is to fill with wet paper or cloth. The fabric (paper) needs to be moistened in hot water, quickly squeezed and fill the interior of the shoe. Filling the shoes, you need to carefully design the form so that there are no distortions or deformations. Printed shoes should dry completely, and away from heat sources. It will take a lot of time. But, after drying, the shoes will retain their desired shape.
If fake shoes rub the heels, you can rub the inside of the backdrop with paraffin or laundry soap.
How to stretch boots
For boots without fur lining, you can apply the same methods of stretching as for shoes.
And lined boots can be treated with skin softeners or oil only on the outside. The safest way is to put on several pairs of socks (for greater efficiency, you can moisten them in hot water) and wear them for several hours. The procedure will have to be repeated several times, since it is impossible to wear wet winter boots with fur lining until they dry completely. Having removed the boots, you need to immediately fill them with paper or pieces of soft cloth. Drying boots need in vivo, away from heat.
How to stretch suede and patent leather shoes
Such products can only be processed internally. Any exposure to the outside may damage the shoes.
You can only use stretching methods with a gentle gentle effect without temperature loads. Wearing shoes in warm, moist socks (previously moistened in hot water) is best suited to dry completely. In addition, you can also use packing with wet paper or cloth.
Suede shoes are quite elastic, so they can be carried around just by dressing often at home. After a while, she ideally "sits" in the shape of a leg.
How to buy shoes
How to avoid unwanted surprises when buying new shoes:
- In the morning, almost every person has a more refined foot than in the afternoon. Tired legs swell slightly throughout the day. Therefore, it is better to buy new shoes in the afternoon. Shoes purchased in the morning can be very cramped in the evening.
- When choosing a new pair of shoes, you also need to pay attention to completeness, width and rise. Perhaps the model you like is not the right size for other parameters. If the shoes are too narrow, do not buy a size larger. From sliding back and forth, corns form on the legs.
- After buying a new pair of shoes, do not immediately go out into it. Before this, you need to spend some time in the new clothes at home. If you feel uncomfortable, shoes that were not worn on the street can be returned or exchanged for a more convenient model.
When stretching shoes at home, you must act with extreme caution. Stretch shoes, while not harming her, you can only half the size, no more.
Genuine leather shoes are best suited to stretch. Shoes or sandals made of textile fabric are almost impossible to stretch, a strong impact will only disrupt the structure of the material.
After freezing or just wet processing, cracks may appear on leather substitute shoes. Shoes made of poor-quality, poorly processed leather after wet processing when dried will become even tougher and warp.
Very expensive shoes should not be stretched on their own. It is better to contact a workshop where special shoe pads of different sizes are used.
