Care & Maintenance of Kids School Shoes: Make Them Last Longer

Care & Maintenance of Kids School Shoes: Make Them Last Longer

If you've ever looked at your Kids School Shoes school shoes after only a few weeks of wear and wondered how they got so beaten, you are not alone. Kids can be rough on shoes; they will run, drag their feet, they play football in them, they might forget to untie them, and occasionally they step right into puddles like they aren't even there.

But here’s the truth most school shoes don’t wear out because of poor quality. They drag on due to their use and the minimal attention they are given upon the completion of the day. It is such little things that count. We’ve seen it yourself — the same pair that looked better in two months suddenly lasting half a year when maintained right.

At Asabella, the shoes are built to take that daily beating — strong soles, good stitching, and breathable designs. Still, every pair needs a little help at home.

Clean Them Often, Even When They Don’t Look Dirty

I check one thing every day. A dust-brush, a wet cloth, the sides of it-no, nothing nice. It takes two minutes. In case of mud, it is better to dry it first and then brush, wet mud is spread and stains.

Do not dry them by a heater or bad sunshine. The leather broke in a week, which is one of the errors I made at first. All you have to do is to leave them in some airy corner at night.

Such a simple habit will extend the life of the shoe in months.

Polish Is Not About Shine

When I was a kid, my dad teach me polish my shoes every Sunday night. then, I realized it was not just for the shine. I didn’t realize that polish actually feeds the leather. It keeps it from drying out and protects it from daily wear.

Now I do the same with my Kids Shoes. A small effort of good polish, rubbed gently in circles.

If the shoes is synthetic, do not wash it, clean it with a wet cloth.

At Asabella, the materials are durable, but polish still adds that extra layer of protection — especially for black school shoes that face everything from dust to playground water.

Check Soles and Insoles Regularly

Insoles are very significant in shoes. When the feet of your child begin to sweat off, take out the insoles. Once these insoles begin to smell, change them at once.

Rotate Pairs If You Can

This one took me years to accept — buying two pairs saves money in the long run. When shoes get a day to rest, they last much longer. Feet sweat, and even the best materials need time to dry out completely.

If possible, get two pairs at the start of the term. Alternate them daily. It also gives you a backup in case one gets soaked in the rain. My kids’ shoes now easily last the entire school year — and sometimes a bit more — just because they aren’t worn out every single day.

Storage Matters More Than You Think

When kids come home, the first thing they kick their shoes. They land wherever they land — usually near the door or under the bed. The next morning, they’re bent out of shape and still damp from yesterday.

Teach them early: shoes go on the rack, soles flat, laces loose. If they’re wet, stuff them with newspaper. It absorbs moisture and helps them keep their shape. Don’t use hair dryers or put them near heaters; that just ruin the glue and material.

Simple storage makes a big difference. The shoe stays in shape, the material stays strong, and it still looks neat a few months later.

Teach Kids to Care for Their Own Shoes

Shoe care shouldn’t be a parent-only job. Once kids learn to brush off dust, untie laces before removing shoes, and dry them properly, they start valuing what they wear.

We don’t need to give the lecture, we should just remind about it. I often tell my son, Treat your shoes like a friend who walks with you every day. It works. He’s more careful now, and the shoes thank him for it.

At Asabella, we love seeing that — children taking pride in looking after something that supports them daily.

When to Move On To a New Pair

When the toes of your child touch the front of the shoe or the inner are loose and worn out, then the time has come to buy another pair. Consider it as a maturity process and not a waste. A new couple is a source of comfort and support, as well as confidence, to the many adventures the couple will encounter.

Small Habits, Big Difference

We should use these habits to difference in shoes.

Here’s what really works:

• Brush off dirt daily.
• Polish weekly for protection.
• Check soles and insoles often.
• Rotate between pairs.
• Store them properly.

And that’s what really matters.