04/09/2026
Are you accidentally ruining your favorite leather shoes? Swipe through to see the 5 most common mistakes we see at the workbench and how to stop them! 👞➡️
1️⃣ No Rest Days: Your shoes work hard. Give them a day off to breathe and recover between wears.
2️⃣ No Shoe Trees: Skipping the cedar tree leads to creasing and trapped moisture. Never skip the tree!
3️⃣ Wrong Conditioner: Harsh chemicals cause fine leather to crack. Stick to natural, nourishing leather creams.
4️⃣ Ignoring Separation: A tiny gap in the sole quickly turns into a massive blowout. Fix it early.
5️⃣ Dry Cleaning: This completely strips the natural oils from the hide, leaving it dry and brittle. Condition, don't destroy.
If your shoes are already suffering from these mistakes, don't throw them out. We can bring them back to life.
👇 Save your shoes! DM us, visit www.lebanonleatherwork.com, or call (551) 333-8186 for a free repair quote today.