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Breaking in new leather shoes can be a delicate process. Done correctly, it enhances comfort and extends the life of the shoes. Turms offers several products and techniques to help break in leather shoes without causing damage.
1. Start with Leather Conditioner
A quality leather conditioner helps soften the material, making it more flexible. Use a Turms conditioner to prepare shoes before wearing them for extended periods. Conditioning prevents cracks and helps shoes adapt to the shape of your feet gradually.
2. Wear in Short Intervals
New leather shoes need time to mold to your feet. Start by wearing them for short periods—30 minutes to an hour—around the house. This slow break-in process minimizes stress on the leather.
3. Use Wooden Shoe Trees After Each Wear
A Turms shoe tree helps retain the shoe’s shape after each use. It absorbs moisture and prevents creasing, essential for maintaining structure during the break-in period. Wooden shoe trees also help stretch the leather gently, providing a comfortable fit.
4. Protect with Leather Cream
Applying a protective leather cream before wearing new shoes outdoors helps repel water and stains. Turms’ leather cream offers a protective barrier, keeping shoes clean as you ease them into daily wear.
5. Avoid Excessive Heat
Heat can dry out and damage leather. Let shoes air dry naturally if they become wet, avoiding direct heat sources. Following these steps ensures a comfortable break-in process that keeps leather shoes looking and feeling great.
With these tips and Turms products, breaking in new leather shoes becomes a safe, effective process that enhances both comfort and longevity.
