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FAQs

Can dainite soles be resoled? ›

Most welted shoe manufacturers using Dainite products provide a full resoling and heeling service. Please contact the manufacturer directly from the list of contacts provided. Repairs to original shoes can also be carried out by competent high street repairers who stock Dainite products.

They are made of hard-wearing rubber that resists abrasion, making them long-lasting. This is particularly advantageous in high-wear areas and for individuals who want their footwear to withstand rough conditions. Traction: Dainite soles provide excellent traction on different surfaces, including wet or slippery ones.

Made in Britain, we don't outsource and we only make products in our factory in Market Harborough, Leicestershire in England. This is our ongoing commitment to quality; all materials are developed and controlled by our in-house laboratory and the quality is controlled by our production team.

Dainite is the trade name established from the local phrase describing the company as the 'day and night' mills. The company's very first products were soles & heels – the first invoice dated 9th October 1894 was for 'Women's red soles' and 'black rubber soles' and were sold by weight!

Because of its rigidity, the Dainite sole is no more comfortable than a leather sole is. It will break in a little, but a brand new Dainite sole is stiffer than a new leather sole, and a broken-in leather sole is softer and more flexible than a Dainite sole ever will be.

The sole meunière (or sole à la meunière) is one of the most expensive items on restaurants' menus these days! The dover sole is the preferred variety: a flatfish with light brown skin, the meat is celebrated for being both delicate, firm and extremely flavorful.

Which type of shoe sole is most durable? Rubber is the clear winner for a long lasting sole.

However, the Dainite sole helps to prevent wear to the sole of the shoe, increasing the lifespan tremendously. Because they are rubber, even though they are not high grip on wet surfaces, they work well in light snow or preventing water from getting into the cork bed or upper.

Dainite is also 9-10 iron (thick). So by removing one out-sole and replacing it with another both being the same thickness it should not change the appearance in any way.

When were Dainite soles invented? ›

Dainite's rubber-studded soles are as practical today as they were when introduced in 1894. Since then, Dainite continues to make its famously durable soles in Leicestershire, England. Reinforced with Silica and Aluminum silicate, these non-marking soles are highly regarded for all-weather traction and timeless style.

VIBRAM WORLDWIDE

With its international headquarters in Albizzate (Varese) Italy, Vibram produces more than 40 million soles every year, dedicates over one million kilometres to testing, is present in 120 countries and has manufacturing, research and representation bases in the USA, China, Japan, Brazil and Italy.

PU: Polyurethane is a plastic material. It is lighter and more flexible than rubber and also offers good protection against abrasion. Indoors or at a comfortable outdoor temperature, it will be non-slip. PU is a less expensive material than rubber.

PVC is a durable type of plastic made from vinyl. It's also lighter and more affordable than rubber. It's stiffer and less durable than rubber but still makes an excellent rain boot. PVC works especially well in rain boots that light up to accommodate the extra materials needed for the fun lighting effect.

Rubber soles are much harder than gum rubber, but they do not provide enough traction on rubber or wooden courts. Better shoes also have more ergonomic designs for better traction. The latest-technology soles offer hexagonal moulds for superior traction.

Shoes that use a cup sole typically can't be resoled.

Dr Martens boots are not as easily resole-able, because the outer soles are heat-fused into place. This means that worn out soles cannot simply be removed and replaced by pulling them off or unstitching them from a welt — rather the outer part of the original sole needs to be sliced off and replaced.

Martens boots can be resoled to their original state, but cobblers can work on them so you can use the shoes again.

Re-soling. Eventually you will need to re-sole your leather shoes. Many shoe repair shops can re-sole your shoes, though costs vary shop to shop. Soles must be replaced before they are worn-through, so keep this in mind when considering methods of preserving and treating your soles for the longest life.