Care & Maintenance

The shoes you wear are very delicate items.
How you store and handle it can make a difference in how long it lasts.
Here are some tips to help you use it for a long time.
An instruction manual is attached to the shoes, so please be sure to check it before use.

Store shoes in a place with low temperature and humidity

Did you know that shoes naturally deteriorate during storage?
Deterioration refers to changes in the quality of the shoe, such as peeling, deterioration, or breakage of the sole.
If left alone, these phenomena will naturally occur.
The same deterioration occurs when you store new shoes that have not yet been taken down.
In particular, high temperatures and humidity accelerate these deteriorations, so be careful! When wearing shoes that have been stored for a long time,
Check the condition of your shoes before doing so.

Storage in the car is strictly prohibited!

I see people leaving their shoes in the car, but this is not recommended.
For example, the inside of a car or trunk under the scorching sun can become very hot, and the soles of your shoes may peel off in a short period of time.
This is because it may be deformed.
Even if it's a hassle, take your shoes home from your car and store them in a place with low temperature and humidity.

The secret to making them last longer is a little maintenance after wearing them.

After using the shoes, quickly remove dirt with a brush, etc.
Dry it in the shade and then store it in a place with low humidity...
Just by making this little care a habit,
You will be able to use your shoes in good condition for a long time.
Never leave the product in direct sunlight or at high temperatures for a long time.

1. Caring for natural leather uppers

1) Apply shoe cleaner (commercially available) to a soft cloth and wipe off any dirt.

The towels are so dirty after being used.

2) For suede, use a stiff brush to gently brush off dust and dirt, then
Use a suede cleaner.

There is a difference like this between before ① and after ②...

Brush for suede (③, there is a wire inside the brush), brush for daily dirt removal ④

Please note: Shoes should not be washed. This may cause deterioration such as severe discoloration and hardening of the leather.

2. Care for artificial leather uppers

1) If dirt is difficult to remove, use a shoe cleaner (commercially available).
Wipe the cleaner off thoroughly.

2) Take special care of your toes.

Please note: Shoes should not be washed. This may cause deterioration such as severe discoloration and hardening of the leather.

3. Caring for woven uppers

1) Wash off dirt thoroughly using sneaker detergent (commercially available) and lukewarm water.
The use of bleach or detergents with strong bleaching properties may cause discoloration or fading.
Be careful when using a washing machine as this may damage the fabric!

2) Rinse thoroughly so that no detergent remains.
Remaining detergent may cause discoloration.

3) Choose a shaded area with good ventilation to dry. The basic idea is to dry naturally in the shade.
Drying in direct sunlight, stove, hair dryer, dryer, etc. may cause deformation, shrinkage, discoloration, and peeling of the sole.
In addition, dirt that could not be removed by washing remains partially accumulated due to rapid drying.
Be careful as this may cause stains to appear.

Shoe lifespan

About polyurethane material
The polyurethane (PU) material used in the midsole of shoes has excellent cushioning and abrasion resistance.
Regardless of the duration or frequency of use, the presence of moisture in the air can cause
The material may change over time (hydrolysis) and may become deteriorated, altered, or damaged to the point where it is no longer suitable for use.
The lifespan of polyurethane material is approximately 3 to 5 years from the date of manufacture.
*However, this may occur sooner depending on usage conditions.
*Please avoid using or storing in high temperature or humid locations.
*Please be sure to check before wearing after long-term storage.

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