Care & tips
Correct cleaning and drying
Dirty shoes should be simply washed off using water and a brush. Do not attempt “fast drying” by placing shoes next to an open fire or stove or on the heating. This will change the shape of the shoe. Remove the inlay and stuff the shoes with newspaper, or use a shoe tree. Afterwards, allow the shoes to dry slowly in a well ventilated spot. We recommend that inlay should be regularly washed at a temperature of 30°. The inlay should be removed following each period of wear in order to accelerate the drying process.
Caring for your shoes using waterproofing sprays and shoe cream
When caring for all types of leather, you should only use conventional non-greasy shoe creams and impregnation agents or products that have been recommended by HAIX. Do not use dubbing or oil. Textile upper materials are best treated by using a waterproof spray. However, such impregnation agents will tend to dry out leather if used alone. Leather can become cracked and hard if shoe cream is not used. Applying cream to the creased part of the tongue will also help to remove the squeaky sounds that may occur with hydrophobised leather. This will also provide metal parts (rings, hooks etc.) with additional protection against oxidisation.
HAIX shoes featuring the Sun Reflect System
Sun Reflect reduces the heating effect on the upper leather caused by the sun’s rays. Sunlight is reflected, thus keeping leather and feet cooler. In order to achieve the best effect, we recommend using a colourless care agent or the care product specially developed by HAIX for use with the SUN REFLECT System.
Here you will find a poster with care instructions to save or print out:
Using functional socks can significantly enhance comfort. These socks quickly transfer moisture from your feet to the lining material. Use the same socks during the fitting that you will wear later.
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Impregnate at the beginning:
Our shoes are generally pre-treated with care when they are delivered. Depending on the weather conditions, you should decide individually whether to treat the shoes again with care before using them for the first time.