Shoe sole keep falling apart

[sleddriver]

Originally Posted By: pandus13
Originally Posted By: sleddriver
I've recently fixed 3 pairs of shoes where the soles separated from body. First I tried hot glue. Didn't stick well over time. That was surprising. Then decided to escalate to Sonneborn NP1, which is a urethane construction adhesive/sealant that remains flexible when cured. It's worked great in all three cases. It'll take overnight to cure. Most tenacious adhesive I've ever used.

OP,
also don't forget you have to REALLY REALLY clean the old glue/adhesive remnants!!!


True. I had one sole just flapping...it was that loose. I brushed it out, then rubbed some ethanol on both sides, then laid down the NP1 and clamped it together. Same for the bike shoes....and the yard shoes. NP1 cures MUCH slower than GOOP and especially hot glue. However, urethane will stick to anything and forms a durable, tenacious bond.

Just don't ever let it cure on your skin (or clothes) as you'll have to sand it off....

 

[Shrubitup]

I quit wearing dress shoes on a routine basis (office work) and moved to Wolverine or Justin brand work boots. They're kept clean and in the last year the soles have barely worn. I have a stand up desk and stand in them all day and my feet are comfortable. Good bye [censored] constructed "dress" shoes.