Glossar
FOOTPRINTS-Glossary: Following you can find the most important facts about the materials we use as well as cleaning and caring instructions for your FOOTPRINTS.
Catalogue
Printing of the FOOTPRINTS catalogue is climate-neutral, i.e. CO2-emissions that occur during production of the catalogue are calculated and then compensated by investments in recognized climate protection projects.
The paper for our catalogue comes exclusively from sustainable certified forestry.
Cork
The extraordinary properties of natural cork were wellknown to the ancients and even then it was used for manufacturing the soles of shoes. With good reason: cork combines the highest requirements for elasticity, cushioning and insulation in a natural raw material. This makes it the perfect material for our FOOTPRINTS footbeds.
Customer Service
FOOTPRINTS shoes are not disposable products. All our shoes are processed and manufactured to be long-lasting, repairable and provide customer satisfaction over many years.
For this reason, our customer service is available for you during the entire lifetime of your shoe and beyond. This starts with our delivery service and includes replacement of footbeds and professional repairs.
Footbed
The FOOTPRINTS footbed is based on the natural footprint of a human being and the resultant anatomic shape ensures optimal distribution of pressure from the middle of the foot to the front. The footbed aligned so that the body load is always distributed across the entire area of the foot when walking, standing or running.
For our FOOTPRINTS footbed we use only organic materials like jute, natural latex and cork to guarantee the best possible transfer of moisture. For a healthy foot climate and a high level of wearing comfort. All FOOTPRINTS footbeds can be removed for airing or washing (at 30° C) and replacements can be ordered for all models.
Hand-Sewn
Our FOOTPRINTS Originals are hand-sewn and manufactured in the best shoemaker tradition.
This means the upper and sole are sewn together by hand in a precise and intricate process. This is workmanship that requires particular dexterity and an experienced eye. Unlike machine-sewn shoes, every FOOTPRINTS Original is a genuinely unique item characterised by outstanding durability, a perfect fit and maximum wearing comfort.
Natural leather
We select only the finest and best natural leather for FOOTPRINTS. A changing grain pattern and minor irregularities in the surface serve to emphasise its naturalness.
For cleaning our natural leather shoes, we recommend a soft brush and household cloth that is slightly moistened with warm water. Classic hard wax polish should then be applied to the shoes using a lint-free cotton cloth. After drying, buff the wax polish until your FOOTPRINTS regain their shine.
Nubuck Leather
Nubuck is one of the most luxurious type of leather. It has a highly-refined structure and a characteristically soft, velvety surface. Its extra wide pores ensure outstanding transfer of moisture and a pleasant foot climate.
Care for your FOOTPRINTS nubuck leather shoes using only a nubuck brush and nubuck spray. In case of damp, always let the leather dry slowly so that it does not become too hard before brushing it. Through this, the nubuck leather will retain its soft, velvety and glossy look for a long time.
Soles
Regardless of what material was used, all our soles are extremely shape-retaining and sturdy yet at the same time flexible and pleasantly cushioning on impact. With our PU and TPU soles for example, a core of CFC-free foamed polyurethane ensures comfortable walking and standing due to millions of tiny air bubbles. This protects the joints and supports natural movement. Our rubber and TR soles in turn have a particularly good grip and are anti-slip, while our classic leather soles offer a high level of wearing comfort and a pleasant foot climate.
The choice of sole material is always coordinated perfectly to the relevant shoe model.
Suede
Suede is premium-quality leather with a pleasantly soft surface with extra wide pores.
Suede shoes should be impregnated using a suitable spray on a regular basis. Surface dirt can be removed by brushing, while a pumice stone or raw leather rubber will help to remove any marks or spots. Heavier soiling can be washed off carefully using soap and water. Always allow suede shoes to dry slowly and then roughen the leather gently using a fine wire or rubber brush before impregnating them again.
Waxy Leather
The waxy leather used for FOOTPRINTS is highly robust and resistant. A protective layer of dyed wax ensures a matt lustre and a water-repellent surface.
Waxy leather shoes should be cleaned with a dry brush or using a damp cloth. For care, we recommend a combination of coloured wax to cover up any scuffing and refresh the colour and finishing with a thin layer of waxy leather polish.