Cork Blog

Do you lot live in your Birks? Is it incommunicable to meet yourself strolling through summer in whatsoever other sandal? If and then, and so keep reading these 4 steps to intendance for and rid your Birkenstock footbed of that inevitable, non-so-attractive foot banner.

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Cork sealer is your best friend.
  • Similar anything, the once shiny cork of your Birks will brainstorm to dull.
  • Apply the cork sealer in a THIN LAYER to regain that once shiny look.
  • If the applicator seems sketchy, use a smaller paintbrush (we did!).
  • Avert applying to the leather at all costs!
  • This footstep is crucial when attempting to avoid dry rot that cracks the cork.
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Keep your UPPers Clean and Protected.

For suede uppers:

  • Castor uppers with a Nubuck/Suede brush to loosen dirt and dust.
  • Wipe with dry newspaper towel or rag.
  • Apply a water and stain repellent.
  • Repeat these steps regularly!

For leather uppers:

  • Wipe uppers with leather cleaner/conditioner on a dry out newspaper towel or rag.
  • Apply a water and stain repellent.
  • Repeat these steps regularly!
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Scrub-a-dub your Footbeds.
  • Cover the unabridged footbed in Birkenstock cleaner and refresher.
  • Wipe off with a make clean cloth.
  • Brush to restore the original nap with a nubuck/suede brush.
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Simple footstep for more intense stains.
  • Use lukewarm water, soap and a cloth to scrub the unwanted footprint away.
  • Do non place in direct estrus or sunlight to dry out.
  • Exist patient; let them dry COMPLETELY! (away from windows and doors for 24 hours)

  • Stan's Suede Nubuck Brush

    Stan's Suede Nubuck Brush

    $half-dozen.95

  • Birkenstock Cork Sealant

    Birkenstock Cork Sealant

    $viii.95

  • Stan's Footwear Protector

    Stan's Footwear Protector

    $ix.95

All tools mentioned to a higher place are included in the Birkenstock Deluxe Shoe Care Kit available at our Brookfield, Greenfield, Glendale locations and at Stansfootwear.com. If your looking for private products, our Stan's Footwear Protector, Leather Cleaner/Conditioner and Nubuck/Suede Castor are available in stores and online too!

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Also, exist sure to watch these steps in alive action via our video above!