How to Polish Gore-Tex Riding Boots
Gore-Tex is added to leather, rubber and fabric shoes and boots to make them waterproof. Water beads on the surface of shoes and boots and rolls off, rather than being absorbed. Gore-Tex also keeps the interior of the shoe or boot dry by allowing air vapor to be released through microscopic holes. Gore-Tex is a durable material, but proper care must be taken for it to remain water-proof. Using regular shoe polishes and creams clogs the pores in the Gore-Tex, allowing water to be absorbed by the shoe or boot, while at the same time preventing air from escaping. With proper care, Gore-Tex should remain comfortable and waterproof for 10 years or more. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Shoe brushes
- Toothbrush
- Lint-free cloth
- DWR (durable water repellent) polish
Instructions
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Dry your riding boots thoroughly before polishing.
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Use a stiff shoe brush to clean mud and dirt from your boots. Use a firm toothbrush to remove dirt from crevices and seams.
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Use a soft shoe brush to buff the boots and remove any remaining dirt.
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Using a soft, lint-free cloth apply a DWR (durable water repellent) polish in a color that matches your boots. Wipe off excess polish.
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Allow your boots to dry thoroughly again. Using a soft shoe brush, buff your boots to a shine.
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Tips & Warnings
Always dry air-dry Gore-Tex boots. Allow boots to dry thoroughly before you wear them again.
Don't use polishes or creams made for leather boots, these clog the Gore-Tex and will harm the waterproofing.
