Leather Shoe Stretch Foam Spray, Stretches Stiff Shoes and Eliminates Pressure Points, Boot Expander, Ideal for New Shoes, by Kaps

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A: Attempting to force your leather shoes to stretch faster than they want to is bound to result in damage to the integrity of the leather, broken stitching and expensive repairs. Remember, that while leather will stretch over time the operative phrase there is “over time”. You can promote stretching by using a high quality shoe stretcher and the relaxer fluid that typically comes with them. But if you try and force the process your leather shoes are going to pay the price. A: There are a number of reasons why someone should invest in shoe stretchers. The most obvious reason is that they can help save your shoes from the charity box. Not that there’s anything wrong with donating nice things to charity but there’s a time for everything. And you shouldn’t have to give up on your new shoes before you even had a chance to enjoy them because they’re too tight.

So overall, the shoe stretchers performed well in all 3 tests. Impressive stuff! Do shoe stretchers make shoes longer?

So, remember, the next time you're breaking in that leather pair, the initial tightness may ease up, but if it's causing you pain, it's time to think about stretching it out. 2. Walking Efficiency

I also tested these shoe stretchers with a well worn pair of leather shoes I no longer need. Leather shoes are easiest to stretch. I could hear and see the leather stretch instantly. However, you shouldn’t expect an instant result in most cases. So, when stretching a heel, it is also essential to be patient and consistent, as it can take several days or longer to achieve the desired stretch. Q: Can you stretch leather high heels? Treat the area or areas you want to expand with the relaxing fluid. This will help loosen up the molecules that make up the leather and make it more agreeable to expansion.

4 Simple Ways of Stretching Leather Heels

Adjust the stretcher until it's the same size as your foot. Some stretchers also have additional plugs that can be used for spot stretching. Turn just enough that it’s snug, plus one or two more cranks for optimum stretch, but don’t over-stretch or damage the leather. Heat Method So if you only stretch your shoes length-wise and find it makes no real difference, stretching them again both length-wise and width-wise may work. Go easy with width stretching though, because you can overdo it and end up making your shoes too big and wide. Do shoe stretchers work to make shoes wider at home? The large foot shaped part has a left and right half joined together. To make shoes wider you turn the long handle to move these front pieces apart. This puts pressure across the front and sides of your shoe, stretching to to make it wider.