Richardtr3a Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 At the weekend my grandson, aged 16 , came to visit and wanted to walk the dogs in the fields and on the foot path. He did not have any substantial shoes and he borrowed my Timberland boots which are in good condition but old. In a short distance the sole came loose on the right foot and after attempts to use the laces to tie it on and locate it firmly, it came off completely. The other side was the same after a few 100 yards. Inside the makers confirm that they are made in the USA and the materials are imported I put them in the airing cupboard overnight and now will attempt a repair. The sole is glued to the leather. The glue must be flexible so that the boots can flex as you walk. Does any one know a suitable adhesive that will work in the boot repair market ? Thanks Richard & B Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lebro Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 (edited) Use polyurethane sealer (Tiger seal etc) works really well. Much stronger than anything else, & waterproof & flexible. I have re-sealed my walking boots with it with 100% success. Bob Edited October 23, 2023 by Lebro Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Hamish Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 I had this with a pair of leather boots and the local independent cobbler - yes we still have one - used a contact adhesive- strong and flexible. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Charlie D Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Hello Richard, Maybe Locktite (Or "Lock-titty" as a Spanish friend used to call it.)has the answer: https://www.loctite-consumer.co.uk/en/how-to-guide/repair-diy-projects/repairing-projects/using-shoe-glue-to-repair-shoes-in-seconds.html Charlie Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Richardtr3a Posted October 23, 2023 Author Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 I tried to contact Timberland but they were not helpful. It was the nearest store to where I live and they're not interested at all. If I do not make any progress in a couple of days I will try Tiger seal. Thanks for the link Bob. Richard & B Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Lebro Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 Toolstation do a polyurethane sealant, maybe Screw fix do as well ? Bob Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Malcolm Tatton Posted October 23, 2023 Report Share Posted October 23, 2023 I've used 'stormsure' to repair wellies in the past with some success Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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