Waterproofing shoes

[Shaelyn]

I'm reading a lot about using a water proofing spray on shoes. What does this do to the shoes? It won't damage them or maybe change the color somewhat? Is there a brand that is better?

[capriccio]

We always waterproof our shoes for Alaska (and will for our British Isles cruise this summer) - there is nothing worse than soggy feet! We just use what's sold in the shoe department at Walmart (I think it is Kiwi but am not at home right now to check) and have never had an issue.

[Putterdude]

The last pair that I waterproofed are now some 4 or 5 years old and I still wear them for gardening and washing the car...no problem.

[Shaelyn]

Thank you, that answered that question. Now, will that work on blue jeans?

[ShannonSC2]

Thanks for the information. I will have to check at Wal-Mart for some next time I go. Like you said nothing like soggy, cold wet feet!

[Shmoo here]

Thank you, that answered that question. Now, will that work on blue jeans?

 

I got our waterproofing spray at our Big 5 Sporting Goods store. I used it on our shoes as well as our down parkas and hoodies.

 

It worked great.

[Keith1010]

Most sporting goods stores to carry it.

 

Keith

[BuckeyeMark]

Usually what you buy is a silicone spray. It will NOT make something 100% waterproof but it will sure make your shoes, jeans, etc. a lot more water repellent.

[crusinpsychRN]

Any brand names?

[Shmoo here]

Any brand names?

 

What I use is Camp Dry by Kiwi. http://www.kiwicampdry.com/

[jnc411]

Thanks , I had not thought about water proofing our sneekers , but sounds like a good idea.

Thanks

[Shaelyn]

Thank you! I've been doing more research and sounds like you can use it on pretty much anything and it will wash out. I figured once it got wet though, it's probably not as waterproof. Am I right?