{"title":"Shoe Maintenance","description":"\u003cp\u003eShoe care is vitally necessary to prolong the life expectancy of your shoes. Only proper maintenance can guarantee your shoes a long service life. This category contains the products required to maintain the excellent condition of your shoes. Especially leather boots require maintenance regularly to keep them intact. Here are our shoe care supplies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy shoe maintenance is important\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have \u003ca href=\"\/en-jp\/blogs\/articles\/the-care-for-your-shoes-and-boots-explained\"\u003ea detailed article covering various leathers, ways to clean and treat them, and general info about greases, spray-on treatments, and shoe polishes\u003c\/a\u003e. Do check it out if you have the time, or just tl;dr the following:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShoe maintenance goes like so:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCleaning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTreating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a preventive measure, let the boots dry without insoles (and preferably laces) after each use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the maintenance itself, you'll need at least shoe brush to rub the dust off the surface. Shoe polish or oil won't do anything if it's spread on dirt. When shoes are clean, it's time to move on to handling. The product to use depends on the material of the shoes, but for leather shoes BW shoe polish or Ekol Leather Oil fits perfectly. After use, you should also dry your shoes properly. It may sound tempting to speed up the drying by putting them beside a heater, but that is not worthwhile because they may overdry and be damaged. If you need to speed up the drying process, try putting some newspaper or something else that absorbs liquid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAvoid sole-destruction by using your hiking boots\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is probably good to mention that hiking boot soles have a tendency to start falling apart if you keep them unused for extended periods of time. This isn’t a diabolical scheme to destroy your boots as quickly as possible but a chemical reaction called hydrolysis. The hiking boot soles usually contain polyurethane (PU) because it is light, flexible, and cushioning. Some manufacturers also use ethyl vinyl acetate (EVA). They aren’t totally perfect materials because humidity - that slimy bastard - corrupts them, and this effect is accelerated when the boots are left unused.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSo, how to battle this evil chemistry? When you walk, the sole bends, which creates friction and thus also heat, which repels moisture and slows down the hydrolysis. The best way is to keep the boots walking.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"springyard-active-cleaning-gel-for-shoes","title":"Springyard Active Cleaning Gel for Shoes","description":"\u003cp\u003eEasy-to-use shoe cleaning gel that effectively removes heavily ingrained dirt. This stuff is not harmful to the environment and can be used on all types of shoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for all types of shoes and materials\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy to use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLeaves a fresh clean scent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo ingredients that are harmful to the environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: 120 ml (4.06 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore away from light at room temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Springyard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51826320081235,"sku":"77021","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/springyard_active_cleaning_gel_for_shoes-0653fbb6231df8.jpg?v=1782289573"},{"product_id":"springyard-active-eco-proofer-waterproofer","title":"Springyard Active Eco Proofer Waterproofer","description":"\u003cp\u003eEffective eco-friendly protection against water and stains for outdoor clothes, shoes and boots, tents, and packs. It provides strong, durable protection without compromising breathability. Applicable to most materials, such as leather, textile, suede\/nubuck, synthetics, and functional textiles. The bottle is made from 100% recycled plastic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximal protection against water and dirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater-based\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePFAS-free\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOEKO-TEX® ECO PASSPORT-certified, which ensures that the product is safe for people and the environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMade in Sweden\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: 300 ml (10.14 fl oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Springyard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51826321523027,"sku":"77019","price":17.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/springyard_active_eco_proofer_waterproofer-0653fbbb1ef79c.jpg?v=1782289574"},{"product_id":"springyard-active-wax-oil","title":"Springyard Active Wax Oil","description":"\u003cp\u003ePremium wax oil with 100% natural ingredients for all types of smooth leather shoes, boots, belts, gloves, bags, and other such products. An easy-to-use goo that nourishes, moisturizes, and protects your leather products, prolonging their lifespan significantly.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for shoes, gloves, bags, and other smooth leather products\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater and stain repellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMild scent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIngredients: Carnauba wax, beeswax, and lanolin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVolume: 100 ml (3.38 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Springyard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51826324111699,"sku":"77017","price":12.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/springyard_active_wax_oil-0653fbb39a943f.jpg?v=1782289576"},{"product_id":"springyard-active-shoe-cleaning-kit","title":"Springyard Active Shoe Cleaning Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis compact set has all the things you need for cleaning your outdoor shoes and boots, and other footwear. A cleaning cloth, brush, and cleaning gel suitable for all types of shoes. The gel doesn’t contain any ingredients harmful to nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x durable and washable white microfiber cleaning cloth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x black brush made from sustainable beech wood with firm synthetic bristles, perfect for tackling heavy dirt\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x one 120 ml (4.06 oz) bottle of cleaning gel developed to remove heavily ingrained dirt and stains.No ingredients in the gel that are harmful to the environment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eStore away from light at room temperature. Rinse the brush after use and let it dry at room temperature. The cleaning cloth can be washed at 60 degrees Celsius (140°F) . No tumble drying.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Springyard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51826324177235,"sku":"77016","price":17.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/springyard_active_shoe_cleaning_kit-0653fbe1b7745e.jpg?v=1782289579"},{"product_id":"nk-beeswax-100-ml","title":"NK Beeswax 100 ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eProper stiff beeswax grease made in Finland. Good stuff for boots and all leatherware in general. Doesn't contain suspicious stuff, made of 100 % natural ingredients in Finland!\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eApply with your fingers, rag or brush. Let soak in preferably overnight and wipe excess off. Apply a second layer if it looks like the boots crave for some more. Remember the little crevice between the sole and the upper, this is one of the first places where water will try to seep in. You can also heat the grease up a bit to make it more supple.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis is stiff, which means it won't soften the leather much.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch2\u003eSome notes\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eNot for GTX footwear\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAlthough any leather likes grease, might the membrane under it disagree; this will probably block the membrane, making your boots as breathable as a plastic bag. Intended for regular leather footwear \u0026amp; leatherware only.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eSuede and nubuck?\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eWell, if you want to make your boots all smooth and waxy, go for it. But the official term is \"this will ruin your boots!\". It will NOT ruin them per se, only radically change the appearance and breathability properties, and again the leather likes the grease. In the old days soldiers were issued so called 'roughout boots' which came all nubucky-like from the factory. They were then liberally treated with grease or wax until the surface was smoothed out, then polished and whatever.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eColourless, but vivid\u003c\/h3\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIn theory this stuff is colourless, but will darken the leather. The more porous and\/or dry the surface is, the more this will darken it. Think of what water does to the appearnce of your boots.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch2\u003eMade in Finland\u003c\/h2\u003e  \u003cp\u003eManufactured by Nahkakunta Ltd., which is a big name in cobblerware in Finland.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nahkakunta","offers":[{"title":"Yellow","offer_id":51826500338003,"sku":"72751","price":13.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/56120633d5d1252c86.jpg?v=1782289677"},{"product_id":"palc-shoe-polish-50-ml","title":"Palc Shoe Polish, 50 ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Spanish Palc charmed us with their shoe grease, so we decided to get proper good shoe polish from the same manufacturer. No kidding, this stuff is grand!\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eApplied with a brush, rag, or finger. Circling motion is the best, keep the layers thin. Let dry (preferably overnight) and polish up. \u003cstrong\u003eNot recommended for anything with a membrane (e.g. Gore-Tex).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eAlso, do not put this in your mouth and swallow it. If you do, seek medical attention as soon as possible. Keep the tin with you and show it (the tin) to the doctor.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFactory new, made by Palc.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Palc","offers":[{"title":"Brown","offer_id":51826681643347,"sku":"32391","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Black","offer_id":51826681676115,"sku":"32392","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"Clear","offer_id":51826681708883,"sku":"32393","price":4.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/palc_shoe_polish_50_ml-066473f76c243a.jpg?v=1757266892"},{"product_id":"palc-grasa-de-caballo-grease-for-leather-50-ml","title":"Palc Grasa de Caballo Grease For Leather, 50 ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eProper grease for all kinds of leathers. Essential for maintaining footwear, for instance. 50 ml in a small tin. Smells a bit like honey. \u003cstrong\u003eNot recommended for anything with a membrane e.g, Gore-Tex.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eVery difficult to use: get a rag or a sponge, dip in the grease and apply a thin layer on the leather. Let dry. Then you can try polishing, but don't expect any spit-shine with leather grease.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eContains paraffin oil, paraffin wax, hydrocarbon waxes (petroleum), vaseline, and fragrances. \u003cem\u003eDoes not contain horse.\u003c\/em\u003e Made in Spain.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Palc","offers":[{"title":"Clear","offer_id":51826710937939,"sku":"21841","price":3.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/187905f1fec7ee849c.jpg?v=1782289812"},{"product_id":"ekol-leather-oil-0-25l","title":"Ekol Leather Oil, 0.25l","description":"\u003cp\u003eSuperb stuff for treating all kinds of leather (not suede), making it more water repellent, more flexible, and on the whole better. \u003cstrong\u003eNot recommended for anything with a membrane (e.g. Gore-Tex).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe instructions are in Swedish, but here's a rough translation:\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eClean the leather, so as to make the oil absorb better.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply with a brush, sponge or a rag. Rub the oil into the leather and polish.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDo not soak the leather, but rather treat regularly.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDrying time is about one day.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/b\u003e the oil has a brownish tint - this means the treated leather might get a bit darker. On large surfaces the result might not be even due to irregularities in leather wear. Please see the extra pictures.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003cp\u003eContains refined mineral oils and natural animal and vegetable fats.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade by Ekol.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ekol","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51826727453011,"sku":"8573","price":6.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/7226586cd85b1051c.jpg?v=1782289821"},{"product_id":"shoe-brush-dual-action","title":"Shoe brush, dual action","description":"\u003cp\u003eA two-sided shoe brush - the smaller brush is for applying shoe polish, the larger one for polishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eUsage\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrush dirt off with a suitable rag or bristle brush. This brush might just do when removing light dirt.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eApply your preferred shoe care product with the small round brush, rubbing vigorously with a circular motion.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eLet dry. The time required depends on your polishing agent of choice. If you are in a hurry, it's usually a good idea to apply the polish to both shoes first, then finish beginning with the first shoe.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFinish by first polishing the shoes with the large brush, then buff the surface with something like a woolen sock, if a better shine is required.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e  \u003cp\u003eFactory new. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nahkakunta","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51828183630163,"sku":"1219","price":5.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/1219.jpg?v=1782289852"},{"product_id":"haix-shoe-care-for-gore-tex-75-ml-black","title":"Haix shoe care for Gore-Tex, 75 ml, black","description":"\u003cp\u003eUsing regular shoe polish on Gore-Tex footwear might be a bad idea - some of the brands out there might block the membrane. Here's a safe bet, and made by HAIX, too.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eModern membrane shoes have usually two layers of leather. When you apply polish to the upper layer, the polish might soak through the first layer and through the second protective layer onto the membrane itself. This is bad news as a regular polish will usually end up clogging the pores, creating a membrane that doesn't let air pass trough. Polishes made for membrane shoes (like Gore-tex) have substances in them that wont clog the pores if it comes into contact with the membrane. We don't know what those substances are called, probably something pretty fancy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo drive home the point: use polish made for your shoes. That way you won't end up with expensive rubber boots. You know you're getting your moneys worth when it says 'HAIX' on tube. As an added bonus it works with regular leather shoes as well, although let's be honest, you should use the cheaper stuff on them.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Haix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51830243950931,"sku":"16777","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/16777.jpg?v=1782289912"},{"product_id":"lowa-active-creme-75-ml","title":"Lowa Active Creme, 75 ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eLowa Active Creme is the ideal colorless intensive wax care for boots and shoes. It keeps the leather supple over the long term and prevents drying out and brittleness when used regularly. In combination with Lowa Water Stop Pro, this is the perfect protection for your Lowa shoes.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eLowa Active Creme is PFC-free and suitable for breathable membranes. Contains 75 ml (2.5 oz) of the good stuff.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis maintenance shoe cream is designed and used by Lowa for Gore-Tex and leather footwear and boots, caring for the boot and waterproofing while letting the membrane breathe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour boots get a new gloss and repel water without blocking the pores of the leather, allowing the boots to adjust to the given climate over the long term even under extreme conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lowa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51830304014675,"sku":"62437","price":9.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/454265d2893afd8946.jpg?v=1782289913"},{"product_id":"swiss-rex-or-fix-leather-wax-surplus","title":"Swiss REX or FIX Leather Wax, Surplus","description":"\u003cp\u003eGood ol’ Swiss Military Riemenwachs, i.e. strap wax. This is the magical stuff behind Swiss leather gear being as soft and supple as a puppy's bum. REX or FIX brand, same stuff anyway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFeatures\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis leather care product is stored in a cardboard wrapper, the size of a biggish matchbox. They must have spent a fortune on just the magnificent graphic design alone. There can be several colors of wax in this batch, from yellow to red, but the color shouldn’t have an effect on the leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have no clue what’s in this thing. If you stick to the original intended use, you should be quite safe but don’t rub this in your eyes or weenie. And don’t use it as lube or a protein bar, and the possible troglodyte in it won’t cause anything peculiar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are unissued Swiss military surplus. So, the wax is unused but the wrappers can be a bit worn in storage. It is also possible that the wax stick has snapped in two during storage but both bits are usable.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Swiss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52027192705363,"sku":"67728","price":2.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/5082360c31cc7c8378.jpg?v=1782289918"},{"product_id":"haix-waterproof-spray-200-ml","title":"Haix Waterproof Spray 200 ml","description":"\u003cp\u003eProtect your boots and textiles from water, dirt, oil, and grease with this easy-use spray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePropellant-free waterproofing spray for leather and textiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelps repel water, dirt, oil, and grease\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSupports long-term performance of GORE-TEX footwear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA propellant-free, chemical-resistant waterproofing spray for leather and textile footwear. It forms a protective barrier that helps keep moisture and grime from soaking into the upper, while also supporting the longevity of your shoes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImpregnation acts like a protective layer that helps prevent moisture and dirt from penetrating the upper. It also helps care for and maintain the leather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow about GORE-TEX?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GORE-TEX membrane sits underneath the upper material and stops water from getting inside the shoe. Waterproofing spray adds another line of defense by making the upper itself more water- and dirt-repellent, which helps keep your footwear performing at its best in wet conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Haix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52643919069523,"sku":"91067","price":15.99,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0962\/1952\/9555\/files\/900503_haix_impraegnierspray_web_1280x1280_91dd03fd-7802-48bc-98f6-92d33078fd3a.jpg?v=1767789141"}],"url":"https:\/\/varustilika.com\/en-jp\/collections\/shoe-maintenance.oembed","provider":"Varusteleka","version":"1.0","type":"link"}