How To Repair Sneakers with Sneaker Repair Glue

A Simple Guide on how to repair old sneakers with Bostik Super Glue Ultra+

Resurrecting a pair of sneakers that have seen better days doesn’t necessarily involve a trip to the cobbler. Repairing your sneakers at home is easy and all it takes is a little patience and the right glue.  

Bostik Super Glue Ultra+ is a shoe repair glue that gives the best results. It’s easy to use with an ultra-strong adhesive bond. So, let’s give those old kicks a new life!  

Wear and tear is natural

Shoes are meant to be worn and when you wear them regularly, a little wear and tear is natural. With time, the soles may come apart or a seam may split. The good news is you don’t need to throw your shoes away just because of a loose sole. This kind of damage is quite easy to repair.  

What glue to use to repair sneakers?

When it comes to repairing a pair of shoes, finding the right sneaker repair glue is critical. You need a glue with a strong adhesive bond as well as flexibility. After all, your shoe bends and flexes with every step you take. Bostik Super Glue Ultra+ is ideal. It is quick acting, yet flexible and it’s waterproof!  

Early repairs are easy repairs

The best time to start a repair project for your shoes is as soon as you notice the damage. This keeps the damage from worsening and gives your shoes a longer life. Here’s what you need to do.

Instructions

Step 1: Prep the shoes

Dust and clean the sections of your sneakers that need to be fixed. Make sure they are dry before moving to the next step.

Why is prep important?

Removing dust and dirt ensures that the sneaker repair glue adheres to the surface of your shoes and strengthens the bond.

Step 2: Apply Bostik Super Glue Ultra+

Squeeze out a small amount of Bostik Super Glue Ultra+ onto the damaged areas. Clean the nozzle and screw the cap back on.  

Did you know?

Packed in an easy to use tube, Bostik Super Glue Ultra+ is a liquid glue with 60% bio based ingredients. The glue is colourless, has a low, natural odour and delivers a strong yet flexible bond. Apart from repairing shoes, it can be used on almost all other materials including porcelain, ceramic, plastic, rubber, glass and wood. It is highly resistant to heat and water. The best part – it doesn’t leave your fingers feeling sticky!

Step 3: Press together

Press the torn sections together and hold them together for about  15 seconds.  

Quick adhesion!

Make sure the damaged sections are aligned perfectly as Bostik Super Glue Ultra+ takes about 15 seconds to work. You can wear them immediately or wait 24 hours for the glue to cure completely.

What next…

Now that you’ve revived your kicks, why not try fixing something else? You can use Bostik Super Glue Ultra+ to reattach a broken handle to your mug or stick a broken statue back together. Taking on these small repair projects yourself doesn’t just give your possessions new life, it gives you a unique sense of satisfaction and joy!