Think twice before throwing away your old shoes

Think twice before throwing away your old shoes

Have you ever looked at your shoe collection and realized there are some you don’t wear anymore? It could be that you’ve worn them so much that you’ve grown tired of them. They may look worse in wear. Or they might be corrupted somehow. You might consider throwing them in the trash. But before you do, why not think about whether you can bring them back to life?

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1. Refresh an old pair of shoes

Worn out shoes are easy to refurbish. Shoe repairers can add new heels or soles. In the case of leather shoes, there are many products on the market that can be used to restore them. Shoes that are faded or stained can be stained. This can change their appearance to look new again.

Old sneakers are great for staining, and there are plenty of guides online on how to stain sneakers using natural products like coffee or red wine. You can even do this with new sneakers for a personal touch.

If you’re looking for inspiration, search Instagram for sneaker dye and you’ll find plenty of ideas. Sneaker dyeing has become a cult hobby over the past few years.

2. Get creative with shoe design

If you want to get creative, you can even redesign an old pair of shoes. This way, you can reuse old shoes and complete completely original designs. Think of the materials you can add to your old shoes to give them a new look.

If you need inspiration, check out some of your favorite designer shoe sites and try recreating the look. Amazing things can be achieved with just a little creativity. Social media sites like Pinterest are a great place to find out how to repurpose old shoes.

If you have a sewing machine, you can even turn an old leather skirt and shoes into a pair of over-the-knee boots.

3. Shoe Repair

Also think twice before throwing away your shoes if they break. Many problems can be easily repaired, from a broken heel to a loose sole. If you can’t fix the problem yourself, you can take your shoes to a professional repairer.

It’s amazing how an old pair of shoes can be rejuvenated in the right hands. With good repair and regular maintenance, a good pair of shoes can last for decades. This is especially true if you’ve purchased the best quality shoes you can afford.

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4. Recycle your old shoes

If all else fails and you just need to throw out a pair of shoes, recycling is the way to go. But recycling shoes is notoriously difficult, so make sure you know where they’re going and what happens to them.

Companies like British company TRAID will collect unwanted shoes if you have at least one large bag to donate. They also have a store where you can donate. There are also several companies in the US that can recycle your shoes, including Terracycle, Soles$Souls, the Reuse-A-Shoe Program, and the American Textile Recycling service.

Recycling where possible is preferable to throwing away shoes. Shoes thrown away with trash often end up in landfills. Many of the materials used are not biodegradable, which can cause problems. For example, ethylene vinyl acetate, which is often used to make athletic shoes, can last up to 1,000 years.

These are just a few options for disposing of your old shoes. You can probably come up with more of your own. But remember, the best shoes are built to last, so take good care of them and they will last you for many years.

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