Caring for Long Boots

Since external influences can have a considerable impact on the life and serviceability of the boots, regular and proper care is important. When worn, the boots absorb large quantities of moisture: From foot perspiration on the inside, from rain or wet ground on the outside. 

• When not in use, the use of boot stretchers is recommended, or stuff the boots with newspaper

Cleaning tips
• Severe outer soiling (e.g. dirt, mud) is best removed using a soft damp sponge or cloth. Do not use hard brushes (e.g. scrubbing brush)
• Horse sweat, damp manure, liquid manure, etc. are extremely aggressive and leach out the leather. It is therefore important to wash it off immediately to prevent the leather becoming hard and, eventually, brittle. This considerably shortens the life of the boots

Drying tips
• Depending on the extent of wetness, the boots can take at least 24 hours to dry
• Do not place near radiators or heaters to dry; a dry, ventilated place is best
• If not dried properly - too quickly, at too high a temperature - the leather will become brittle and chapped, which can shorten the life of the boots
• If worn daily, we recommend alternating between two pairs

Tips for proper care
• Apply a thin and even layer of leather care products to the properly cleaned boots and polish immediately using a soft brush or woollen cloth. Do not allow shoe cream to dry/be absorbed  
• Good shoe creams for the appropriate colour of the boots are suitable care products. We recommend the relevant branded care products ie Konigs or Kiwi shoe cream that can be found in most supermarkets. It gives the boots polish and is also water repellent
• Waterproofing sprays can also be used to protect the soles from external moisture (CFC-free, please)

Zip fastener care
• Zip fasteners should be regularly cleaned with a small brush to ensure they close smoothly
• Following cleaning, we recommend treating the zip fasteners with a zip fastener cleaning agent to extend their durability