Why put prevention on new shoes

Regardless of what the first dictates harmony in the image - clothes or shoes, the latter plays an important role: from versatile self-expression to a feeling of comfort and health care. The neater the wear and the more gentle the care, the longer your favorite pair of shoes will last. How to maximize the lifespan and keep it presentable?  

The representative of the company "Lotus Premium" shared with the editors of Buyon information about the prevention of footwear.

- Often, shoe repairs are handled with cracks and fractures of the sole, severe wear of the tread, damage in the heel area, which makes walking uncomfortable, the sole is bent, the foot falls to one side. Is there a way to prevent such defects from occurring, and how?

- The sole of a shoe cannot last forever. To a greater or lesser extent, it will wear out in any case: on toes, heels, on the outside or inside. And this is not necessarily due to the inferior material of the outsole. The bottom of the shoe can be made of wear-resistant rubber and polyurethane, and deformation can cause problems with the feet, in particular flat feet.

At the same time, most of the problems and defects of the soles are “cured”. Moreover, you can prevent their appearance. Prevention is a procedure designed to protect the sole from rapid wear, damage and deterioration in appearance. In addition, the application of a preventive coating helps protect the shoes from getting wet in the rain and reduce slipping.

- That is, it is imperative to put prophylaxis on shoes?

- One could do without prevention. For example, if you are going to wear shoes only indoors or outdoors only in dry weather and not every day. But there are no ideal conditions. Therefore, if you want to less often go to repair shoes with damaged or worn out soles, we recommend that you still put in prophylaxis.

- Are all footwear suitable for prevention?

- Prevention needs shoes with genuine leather soles. Often these are men's and women's classic shoes, models of monk shoes, derby shoes, oxfords, loafers, ballet flats, aviator boots, chelsea boots, etc. The leather sole has a number of advantages: it allows the feet to “breathe” better, it is comfortable, comfortable and light in it. But there is a significant drawback - it is quickly erased. It is negatively affected by moisture and chemicals used to treat roads in winter. Therefore, it is better to protect the sole made of leather and put prophylaxis (thin lining, rolling).

- Tell us, what materials are used by Lotus Premium craftsmen for shoe prevention?

- The most popular preventative shoe rolls are made of polyurethane. Prevention made from rubber, steronite and micropores is also used, but it is somewhat inferior in quality. In "Lotus Premium" craftsmen use the time-tested wear-resistant materials of Italian production "Vibram". A variety of types, colors and thickness of overlays allows you to most accurately select the appropriate prophylaxis for a particular pair.

A thinner prophylaxis of 1-1.8 mm is usually put on women's shoes so as not to weigh down and not spoil the sophisticated appearance. For men's shoes, the roll layer is allowed denser. On winter footwear, a coating is placed with an anti-slip effect like " Vibram Raptor" 4 mm thick.

- On which part of the sole do you need to install prevention? Apparently, the sole of the shoe is thickened due to the additional element. Does this spoil the aesthetic appearance of the shoe? Is it possible that there will be discomfort when walking?

- Prophylaxis is usually placed on the toes of the sole of the shoe, which is most susceptible to rapid wear. But, if you wish, you can install it on the entire sole. Thanks to a wide range of colors and a small thickness, the roll will not be noticeable and will not affect the appearance of the shoe.

The comfort when walking in shoes with established prevention is directly influenced by the correctly selected thickness and material of the reel. It is also important to adhere to all stages of the coating.

If you go to a professional shoe shop with all the necessary equipment, then there is nothing to worry about. In "Lotus Premium" they often ask for prophylaxis and leave satisfied.

- How long does it take to prevent shoes? What is the procedure and how long will it take?

In terms of time, shoe prophylaxis takes about 1 hour. If necessary, the client can pick up the shoes on the same day.

If we talk about the step-by-step actions of the master, then prevention is as follows:

1.Factory coating is removed from the sole. Thanks to this, the glue holds the surfaces together more effectively.

2. Glue heated to a certain temperature is applied.

3. The technician carefully aligns and glues the reel.

4. Finally, remove excess glue and trim the edges of the material. Prevention is additionally secured with a hammer.

For the convenience of customers in the Lotus Premium workshop there is a service of a master's visit to the house and repairing shoes on the spot. It costs extra money, but you can save time and not waste it on going to the shoe shop. You can also send your shoes by Lotus Premium courier service. Representatives of the company will pick up the shoes at a convenient time for you, the master will carry out the necessary repairs, and the order will be delivered on time.

- Is it an expensive pleasure? How much does it cost to put prophylaxis on shoes at Lotus Premium?

The company's prices refer to the middle segment in the market for shoe repair services - about 550-600 UAH for a standard prevention installation. The price may vary depending on the type and purpose of the roll for specific shoes, additional services, the urgency of the order.

Contact Lotus Premium. The company guarantees a high level of quality of the work performed. Properly selected and established prevention is a profitable and smart investment. So good shoes made of genuine leather, which are not cheap (especially imported), will wear and look like new much longer.