Autumn and spring are two seasons when the weather changes very rapidly. The sun may shine beautifully in the morning, and rain in the afternoon. In such conditions, it is not difficult to get your shoes wet, which can negatively affect both their condition and your child's health. Well, walking in wet shoes is a simple recipe for a runny nose. Therefore, find out what to protect shoes from getting wet.

Playing in soaked shoes is not a pleasant experience. Through wet socks, heat "escapes" faster, so that the feet begin to freeze. As a result, it's easy to get cold and get sick. That's why it's so important to choose footwear according to the weather and on cloudy days, instead of regular shoes, choose wellingtons. Thanks to them, your little one will be able to walk freely and jump over puddles without the risk of getting his socks wet and getting sick. It's great fun, which is a lot of fun! However, you can't always wear wellingtons. If you want to put ordinary shoes on your toddler, you need to ensure that they do not get wet.

What can be done to prevent shoes from getting wet?

Wondering how you can prevent your shoes from getting wet? It's simple. Choose a model with a waterproof membrane that has been fused to the material. It consists of many small micropores, through which water droplets can not get inside the shoes. At the same time, they are large enough for moisture to escape from the inside to the outside. This makes keeping feet dry and warm a breeze.

The waterproof membrane is most often found in trekking and winter footwear from proven brands such as Geox and Primigi, whose offerings you can find at Tupu Tupu. It allows your child to play freely in the snow and during rainy days, and to fully explore the environment regardless of weather conditions. Your active child will surely appreciate its presence quickly!

How to protect leather shoes from getting wet?

Have you found the best shoes for your kid, but they get soaked when it rains a little or when the grass outside is covered with dew? To prevent this, waterproof your shoes before going outside. This method involves creating a coating on the surface of the shoes that prevents moisture from penetrating inside, keeping the socks dry. At the same time, it allows you to protect the material in such a way that it retains all its breathable properties.

For waterproofing to be effective, it must be done in the right way. First, it is necessary to choose the right agent for the material from which the shoes are made. Then you need to:

• clean the shoes of any dirt - do it gently with a cloth or brush with soft bristles soaked in a mixture of water and gray soap or a special preparation that is designed for cleaning a specific material. Try to wash every nook and cranny thoroughly, especially around the seams, laces and tongue. This will allow the waterproofing agent to reach all the crevices,
• let the shoes dry - in order to protect the shoes, they must be completely dry. However, remember under no circumstances to put the shoes on the heater after washing! The high temperature will dissolve the glue that binds the sole to the material, making the shoes completely leaky,
• Apply the impregnation product according to the manufacturer's instructions - before you go to work, carefully read the instructions on the package. This will not only avoid mistakes, but also prevent damage to your footwear, so the impregnation will be successful!Remember to pay special attention when applying the product to any nooks and crannies, depressions and areas near the sole, that is, those areas through which water most often penetrates. Also, try to apply an even layer of the product so that the entire footwear is well protected from moisture,
• Set the shoes aside for some time to allow the waterproofing agent to absorb and form a sufficiently thick protective barrier.

Wondering how often to waterproof your shoes? It all depends on the intensity of its use. If you use a particular shoe every day, regardless of weather conditions, or regularly have the pleasure of walking in the rain, be sure to waterproof it min. 1 time a week. This way you will maintain an adequate level of protection at all times.

Home remedy for soaking shoes

Do you want to protect your shoes from water, but don't have the right product for that? You can try a home remedy for soaking shoes with a candle. It was especially popular in the years when there were no products for waterproofing shoes in stores. It allowed to prolong their life and avoid wet socks and thus illness.

To protect shoes in a homemade way you need a white candle, without dyes or any additives. Then spread it all over your shoes, very thoroughly, so as not to leave any place without a protective layer. Then turn on the dryer as well as gently heat the wax so that it melts and soaks into the material. Finally, leave the shoes to dry.

At the same time, remember that this method is quite risky. Unevenly applied wax can leave greasy stains on the shoes. In turn, the heat of the dryer can make the material, especially the leather, shrink a bit. Therefore, if you have the opportunity, reach only for proven waterproofing products.

Products for soaking shoes

Do you want to protect your shoes from getting wet, but don't know what agent will work best? It all depends on your preferences, as well as the material from which the footwear is made. The choices include, for example:

• shoe spray - to keep your shoes from getting wet, apply it to clean and dry shoes from a distance of 15-20 cm, and then let it dry. The product is very easy to use, does not leave stains, and can be applied even a few minutes before leaving the house,
• Wax/grease - it should be applied with a soft-bristled brush. The product is recommended mainly for shoes and leather accessories. The ingredients in it help not only protect the material from soaking, but also nourish it and replenish minor scratches,
• lotion - it is applied with a cotton cloth, left to dry, and the rest of the product is rubbed off while polishing. This is an efficient, easy-to-use product that works mainly for smooth leather and nubuck.

Remember, before using any product, to test it on a scrap of material in an invisible place. This will make sure that the chosen product will not damage your shoes, such as discoloring them. This is a simple way to prevent the loss of your beloved shoes.

However, if you are afraid to do the waterproofing yourself, you can always give the shoes to a cobbler, who will be happy to take care of them.

Take care to protect your shoes from getting wet, and this way your child's autumn will pass with carefree fun. And you'll save on visits to the drugstore!