knowledge guide
Learn how to care for your Duckfeet® shoes and ensure they last for years.
GENERAL CARE
We recommend applying a thin layer of leather conditioner or shoe cream at regular intervals. Dont use too much at one time, better a little less and more often. Let the shoe cream sit a few minutes and polish afterwards with a soft cloth. Use a shoehorn when you put your shoes on – they are easier to get on and the back will not be destroyed. Untie or unzip the shoes or boots completely when you remove them – so they are easier to pull off.
Cleaning Leather
If the shoes get dirty, clean them with a damp cloth. Let the shoes dry thoroughly and treat the leather again with shoe cream or leather conditioner. Be attentive to edges and seams, which should also be treated to maintain the leather and protect your shoes against water. Crepe rubber soles can become hard at low temperatures, but this can be avoided by storing the shoes at a temperature between 20-25C. If the soles become hard, you can place the shoes on a warm radiator until the crepe rubber is soften again. Avoid contact with solvents. The rubber cannot tolerate it and can dissolve.
MOISTURE
Store your shoes in a dry and airy place. If your shoes become wet, fill them with crumpled newspaper and let them air-dry. When they are completely dried, you can again apply leather conditioner or shoe cream. Leather shoes should not be dried on a radiator - the leather becomes dried out and porous. If the leather gets water stains, take a cloth and make the whole shoe slightly damp. Treat the leather afterwards as described above. It is best to change your shoes daily. Give your shoes a days rest, so they can release the foots moisture and dry thoroughly.
Naturally water-resistant
Your footwear is naturally water-resistant, making it suitable for wearing in rain or snow. However, if they become thoroughly soaked, stuff them with crumpled newspaper and allow them to air-dry. Avoid drying leather boots, shoes, and sandals on a radiator as the intense heat can dry out and damage the leather. Once completely dry, apply a leather care cream to maintain the leather's condition.
How to Soften Hard Soles
Regular use and a bit of flexing will help soften the crepe rubber soles.