How to Make Steel Toe Boots Comfortable
If you are looking for a sturdy and protective pair of shoes to keep your feet safe from injuries, steel toe boots are undoubtedly one of the best footwear options for you. Originally, steel toe boots were designed for workers whose jobs required them to deal with powerful equipment, especially gardening related tools, or those in the construction industry. However, they are not limited, and are well suited to wearing for a range of jobs and environments around the world, as long as they are the right size and reasonably comfortable. Though these shoes are a bit difficult to buy, once you find the right pair, be assured that it will last you for life. It can sometimes be difficult to get workers to wear steel toe boots because they are heavy and hot, as compared to regular shoes; however, there are a few easy steps that you can take to make your pair of steel toe boots more comfortable.
Instructions
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Unlike many other types of footwear, these boots do not have the ability to stretch according to the shape of your feet. Thus, you need to purchase a pair of steel toe boots that is at least ½ a size larger than your normal shoe size. This will give your feet, especially your toes, extra room, in case they swell up during or after a hard day at work.
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The best time to buy a pair of steel toe boots is in the afternoon; at this particular time of the day, your feet are at their largest, and you are sure to buy a comfortable size.
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If you are planning to buy a new pair of steel toe boots, get them well ahead of time, and break them in gradually. Initially, wear them for a few minutes at a time, then progress to an hour, followed by a few hours, and finally all day. This will allow your feet to steadily become used to these type of boots. If you buy steel toe boots and wear them right away, you may get blisters.
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Wear the best, thickest hiking or working socks when wearing steel toe boots. These may cost you a little extra, but they will protect your feet from getting blisters, and will last you a lot longer too.
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If nothing seems to make the steel toe boots comfortable for you, consider wearing inserts. However, make sure that you wear good thick socks with the inserts too.
