Creases are not something odd. Shoes bend at the point where our foot flexes. In the long run, these creases go deeper and become difficult to remove, but not impossible.
The other reason could be poor fitting. When you wear loose shoes, the leather has more space to bend, and ultimately more wrinkles are formed. Not only are such shoes uncomfortable to wear, but they also get damaged easily.
Other than that, the design also matters in crease formation. Boots with a more plain surface quickly get wrinkled.
If you are worried about seeing your expensive leather boots with creases, you landed in the right place.
Removing creases from boots is not a difficult task. If you have the right products and understand how to use them, you can get rid of wrinkles within a few minutes. Let us see some methods of removing creases from boots.
How to Prevent Creases in Boots?
Leather shoes are always expensive. If you want them to serve you for a long time, you should maintain them. Conditioning and oiling are the best ways to prevent crease formation, cracking, and flaking. Though creases can be removed, you cannot repair them to remove cracks.
Fading color of your shoes, stiffness, and rigidness are some of the signs that show your boots are dried and need oiling. Oil your shoes once every month if you use them rarely. However, shoes you wear every day should be oiled more often as they get exposed to rain, sun, and whatnot.
Make sure that the leather oil you use goes well with your shoes’ type of leather. A high-quality oil protects shoes better and thus goes with you a long way.
Keep a shoe tree inside your shoes. It will maintain the shape of shoes and prevents crease formation.
How to Get Creases Out of Leather Boots and Shoes?
Shoetrees or shoe stretchers are the best tools for removing wrinkles. Whichever method you go for, shoetrees will definitely ease the process. They are also good at preventing wrinkle formation. Let us have a look at some ways in which you can remove creases from your leather boots.
- Blow dryer
- Alcohol
- Iron
- Leather oil
- Steamer
1. Blow Dryer
The blow dryer is the best method if you are afraid of heating your shoes directly. By placing the Dryer at a considerable distance, you can easily remove the creases and have shiny new-looking shoes.
Step 1: Insert Shoes Stretcher
Begin by inserting shoetrees in the shoes. You can also use a shoe stretcher. The purpose is to stretch the wrinkles.
Step 2: Apply the Heat
Bring a blow dryer and start heating the show from a distance of 5 to 6 inches. If you have a heat gun, you can also use it. It will work great. At this point, you can also massage leather oil on the shoes. It gives the perfect finishing. However, oil is not necessary. The creases can go away quickly with just a blow dryer.
Step 3: Wipe with a Piece of Cloth
When you see all the creases gone, gently remove the shoe stretcher and wipe the shoes with a piece of cloth to remove the oil. You will be left with perfect shiny pair of leather boots.
2. Alcohol
Rubbing alcohol is best for removing wrinkles from leather boots. The process is easy and effective. You can easily get rubbing alcohol from local shops.
Step 1: Make a Solution
Half fill a spray bottle with water and the rest with rubbing alcohol.
Step 2: Apply the Solution to the Creases
Spray the alcohol solution on the creases. Let it sit, then gently move a soft cloth on the wrinkles. You can also use your hands for this purpose.
Step 3: Insert a Shoe Stretcher
After rubbing the shoes, insert the shoe stretcher to stretch out the creases. You can leave the stretcher until you have to wear the shoes. Finish off the process by applying leather conditioner to make the boots shine.
3. Iron
Iron is a convenient way of removing creases from a variety of shoes. Sandals, heels, sneakers, and many other shoes can be ironed to regain their lost shine. Follow the mentioned steps to get the job done with perfection.
Step 1: Remove the Shoe Laces
Remove anything from your shoes that are likely to get burnt. It may be a buckle or shoelaces. You can wash these items separately in water and detergent.
Step 2: Fill Up the Toe Box
Using a shoe stretcher, stretch the toe box to straighten the wrinkles. By using cotton or a paper towel, fill the toe box. The sole purpose is to stretch the wrinkles. It does not matter how you do it. However, do not use paper with ink as it can stain your boots.
Step 3: Soak a Washcloth
After soaking it in water, place a washcloth on the wrinkles. Use a white washcloth to avoid staining. Make sure the water is not dripping from the cloth. It just has to be damp. A damp cloth prevents the leather from heating up. Direct heat can damage it, so it is necessary to have a barrier between heat and leather.
Step 4: Heat the Shoes
Heat the iron to about 20 to 25 degrees Celsius. Once it gets heated, place the iron on the damp washcloth. Avoid keeping the iron in one place. Gently move it all over the toe box in a circular motion to smooth the creases. You can move the washcloth to see if the wrinkles are gone.
If the washcloth gets dried at some point, you can dampen it again to prevent damage to your shoes.
Step 5: Dry them out
Once all creases are gone, remove the washcloth immediately and let the shoes dry. Once dried, clean the boots with a soft cloth. If you still see some wrinkles, you can repeat the process.
4. Leather Oil
Leather oil is the best moisturizing substance for leather shoes that keeps the boots safe from so many things. Using it regularly prevents cracking and wrinkling. A good quality leather oil helps remove wrinkles. Let us see how we can remove creases with it.
Step 1: Apply Leather Oil
Apply leather oil directly on the shoes where creases are present. A few drops of oil will easily do the job. After applying the oil, massage it gently on the boots. You can either use a piece of soft cloth or your hands to massage the oil.
Step 2: Stretch Out the Creases
If the creases are not that deep, you can easily stretch them with your hands. If that is not convenient, insert shoetrees to get the job done.
Step 3: Hang the Boots
You can hang the boots or put them in a dry place to let the wrinkles soak the oil. It will not take more than 15 minutes. Once done, you can remove the excess oil with a cloth. Wrinkled-free shoes are ready to wear.
5. Steamer
Just like an iron, a steamer works excellent on leather shoes. The whole process of removing wrinkles will be the same as in the case of iron. You will be surprised by the results.
Step 1: Remove Shoe Accessories
Remove whatever is on the top of your leather boots. Intense heating may burn delicate items like shoelaces. If there is any, remove it and wash it separately.
Step 2: Fill the Shoes with Paper Towels
To make the steaming easy, fill your shoes with a paper towel. This way, the creases will also stretch out. If not, you can also use a shoe tree.
Step 3: Soak Washcloth and Heat the Shoes
Soak a washcloth or towel in water to make it damp. Place it on the top of creases. At the same time, heat the steamer. Once heated, place it on the washcloth to remove the wrinkles. Please do not keep it in one place. Keep moving it gently in a circular motion.
Step 4: All Done
Keep heating the shoes until all the creases are gone. When the washcloth gets dried, soak it again in water. When you see no wrinkle at all, remove the steamer and washcloth. Dry the shoes overnight. Use a leather conditioner before wearing the shoes for a perfect shine.
Final Thoughts
Now that you are aware of the unease creases cause, it is better to prevent their formation. You can do so in so many ways. If you want your leather shoes to last longer, you must take care of their maintenance.
Even if you see wrinkle formation after all that care and maintenance, treat it right away. Creases become permanent if not treated at the right time. Take good care of them and see how they serve you to the end.
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