Shoes Are Leaking Glue: Causes And Effective Solutions

Shoes are essential items every day, accompanying us in all activities. However, after a period of use, shoes often encounter the problem of glue coming loose, causing loss of aesthetics and discomfort when moving. So what causes the shoe glue to come loose and how to fix it effectively? This article on Shondo Blog will provide you with useful information on this issue, helping you to preserve your shoes to always be durable and beautiful.

1. Causes of Shoe Glue Leakage

Shoe glue leaks can be caused by many different factors, including both objective and subjective factors. Here are some of the most common causes:

• Glue quality: Poor quality glue does not ensure adhesion, and is easily peeled off when exposed to water, high temperatures or strong friction. This is the leading cause of shoes, especially cheap shoes, quickly losing glue.
• Production process: Substandard production process, unevenly spread glue, and improperly treated glued surface are also reasons why shoes are prone to glue leakage.
• Environmental impact: Harsh weather conditions such as rain, sun, high temperature, and high humidity also affect the durability of the adhesive, causing it to peel off easily. Frequent exposure to water, mud, and chemicals also reduces the life of the adhesive.

[caption id="attachment_5776" align="aligncenter" width="800"] The environment is a big factor in causing the glue to come off in shoes[/caption]

• How to use and preserve: Wearing shoes incorrectly, wearing shoes that are too tight, vigorous exercise, or storing shoes in damp, unventilated places also contributes to the shoes' glue coming loose. Improper cleaning of shoes and using strong detergents can also damage the glue.
• Shoe material: Some shoe materials such as PU leather, imitation leather, canvas... are more prone to glue leakage than genuine leather.
• Shoe life: After a period of use, the glue will age, gradually lose its adhesion, leading to glue loosening.

2. How to Fix Shoes with Loose Glue

When the glue on your shoes comes loose, you can completely fix it at home with the following simple methods:

• Using specialized glue: This is the most common and effective solution. There are many types of specialized shoe glue on the market today, you should choose the type of glue that is suitable for your shoe material. Before gluing, you need to clean the exposed glue surface, let it dry and then proceed to gluing. After gluing, you should use a heavy object to press on the glue for a certain period of time so that the glue dries completely and sticks firmly.

[caption id="attachment_5777" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Specialized shoe glue is the choice of many people[/caption]

• Using shoe adhesives: Shoe adhesives are a convenient and quick solution for minor glue leaks. You just need to stick the adhesive patch over the leaking glue. However, shoe adhesives are often not very durable and are only suitable for small glue leaks.
• Take your shoes to a repair shop: If your shoes have severe glue leaks or you are not confident in fixing them at home, take your shoes to a professional shoe repair shop. Shoe repairmen will have the experience and specialized tools to handle glue leaks effectively and aesthetically.

Safe gluing steps:

1. Preparation: Specialized shoe glue, fine sandpaper, clean cloth, acetone (or alcohol), tape, heavy object.
2. Cleaning: Clean exposed surfaces with a damp cloth and acetone (or alcohol) to remove dirt, grease and old adhesive. Sand lightly with fine sandpaper to create adhesion for new adhesive.
3. Glue: Apply glue evenly to both surfaces to be glued. Be careful not to apply too thickly to avoid the glue from smudging.
4. Joining: Carefully join the two surfaces together, holding firmly for a few minutes to allow the adhesive to bond. Use tape to secure the bonding position if necessary.
5. Pressure: Place heavy objects on the adhesive for about 24 hours to allow the adhesive to dry completely and adhere firmly.
6. Finishing: After 24 hours, remove the tape and heavy objects. Recheck the adhesion of the glue.

[caption id="attachment_5778" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Glue should be applied based on standard procedures to help restore the shoes[/caption]

3. Preventing Shoe Glue From Leaking

To prevent the glue from coming loose from your shoes, you should keep the following in mind:

• Choose quality shoes: Prioritize choosing shoes from reputable brands, made from good materials and quality glue.
• Store shoes properly: Store shoes in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and high humidity. Use desiccant bags or newspaper to keep shoes dry.
• Clean shoes regularly: Clean shoes regularly with a damp cloth and a specialized shoe cleaning solution. Avoid using strong detergents or soaking shoes in water for too long.

[caption id="attachment_5779" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Shoes should be cleaned regularly to avoid damage[/caption]

• Wear shoes properly: Avoid wearing shoes that are too tight, strenuous exercise or exposure to water, mud, or chemicals. When not in use, store shoes in a box or shoe bag to protect them from dirt and insects.
• Use insoles: Insoles help absorb sweat, keep shoes dry, and minimize the impact of sweat on the glue.

4. Choosing the Right Shoe Glue

Choosing the right shoe glue for your shoe material is very important to ensure effective gluing. Here are some popular shoe glues:

• Multi-purpose glue: Suitable for most shoe materials, easy to use, affordable.
• Special glue for leather: Specifically for genuine leather, PU leather, imitation leather shoes, has high adhesion, does not damage the leather.
• Special glue for fabric: For canvas shoes, sports shoes, has good adhesion on fabric surfaces.
• Super glue: Has extremely strong adhesion, suitable for positions with heavy glue gaps and difficult to stick.

[caption id="attachment_5780" align="aligncenter" width="800"] Choose the right glue for the shoe material[/caption]

When choosing shoe glue, you should pay attention to the ingredients, origin, expiry date and instructions for use of the product. You should choose glue from reputable brands to ensure quality and safety for your health.

Shoe glue coming loose is a common problem, but you can completely fix it yourself or take it to a repair shop. By storing and using shoes properly, you can extend the life of your shoes and avoid glue coming loose. Hopefully this article has provided you with useful information about the causes and effective ways to fix shoe glue coming loose.