Using the same footwear every day can cause wear and tear, and on many occasions the sole detaches from the shoe. Although it may seem like the end of the world, it is a problem that is easily solved. Do you want to know how to glue the sole of the shoe? Read on and discover the steps to do it successfully.
shoe soles
The sole of the shoes is something essential, a basic surface that will be in charge of cushioning the steps and also providing the necessary traction so that you can walk. They can be of different materials, shapes and characteristics, depending on the use of that footwear, one or the other is recommended.
The first were made with plant materials and skins, and little by little others were made with rubber, wood or extended plastics. In its manufacture it is also very important to take into account other factors, such as its depth, thickness and drawing.
Steps to paste the sole of the shoe
- The first thing you have to do is clean the area between the shoe and the sole very well. Remove any dirt or product residue that may have stuck, use a brush if necessary.
- Let that area dry very well before moving on to the next step.
- Use a strong glue, it is recommended that it be a flexible and fast-adhering one. If possible, make it also special for the material on which you are going to use it. There is for rubber, leather, cork, fabrics... so you will have no problem finding the most suitable one in your case.
- Spread a thin, even layer of glue on both the outside of the shoe and the inside of the sole. You can use a spatula to spread the glue so you don't put more than you need.
- Let the glue dry for about 5-10 minutes and put the two parts together, the sole with the shoe. Press for a few seconds so that they come together well, applying pressure to achieve more efficiency.
- After gluing the sole of the shoe, wait at least 24 hours before using that shoe again, this will give the glue time to fully stick.
