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How to Repair an Upper Delamination

How to Repair an Upper Delamination

Ben Blischke

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Sole delamination, where the sole separates from the shoe upper, is a common issue that can compromise both comfort and performance. We will walk you through the steps to repair sole delamination, ensuring your shoes regain their grip and longevity.

If you need to fix a smaller delamination from the midsole, check out this guide

➡️Before you get started, please check the safety disclaimer at the bottom of the page.

  1. How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Check the damaged area: passo 1, immagine 1 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Check the damaged area: passo 1, immagine 2 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Check the damaged area: passo 1, immagine 3 di 3
    • Identify the upper part that needs to be repaired

    • For better pressing later, remove the insole.

  2. How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Remove glue residue: passo 2, immagine 1 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Remove glue residue: passo 2, immagine 2 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Remove glue residue: passo 2, immagine 3 di 3
    • Use a rough piece of sandpaper to rub-off the remaining glue residue and to roughen the surface for enhanced glue adhesion.

    • Be careful not to damage the material above the glued sole edge.

  3. How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Prepare the glue: passo 3, immagine 1 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Prepare the glue: passo 3, immagine 2 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Prepare the glue: passo 3, immagine 3 di 3
    • Follow the instructions of the 2-component glue.

    • Push-out both components of the glue into a small tray and mix the mass until it is equally merged.

  4. How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Coat upper and sole with glue: passo 4, immagine 1 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Coat upper and sole with glue: passo 4, immagine 2 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Coat upper and sole with glue: passo 4, immagine 3 di 3
    • Using a small spatula, coat the prepared upper surface with the glue.

    • Note: We recommend to get support by another person to pull apart the sole from the upper.

    • Spread the glue equally onto the roughened area and the inside of the sole edge.

  5. How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Pressing both parts together: passo 5, immagine 1 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Pressing both parts together: passo 5, immagine 2 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Pressing both parts together: passo 5, immagine 3 di 3
    • Let the glue dry while putting one hand into the shoe and grasping the sole with the other one.

    • Note: Follow the instructions of the glue used to know the exact drying time. In this example we held the parts together for 3 minutes and then let it dry for 24 hours.

  6. How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Finished and ready!: passo 6, immagine 1 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Finished and ready!: passo 6, immagine 2 di 3 How to Repair an Upper Delamination, Finished and ready!: passo 6, immagine 3 di 3
    • 🛠️🏆👏 Congratulations! The repair is complete, and you're ready to go!

Conclusione

In need of another repair? Don't worry! Check out our other guides to find quick solutions for your favourite clothing, footwear and equipment!

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🚨🛠️🩹 IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE:

The repair guides provided on this site are intended to help you repair products on your own. While we have put a lot of care into them, all repair work carries some risk:

  1. Safety Precautions: When repairing your product, take all necessary precautions to ensure your safety. Use appropriate tools and follow the instructions carefully.
  2. Product Condition: Once your product has been repaired, it may not meet original compliance guidelines anymore and could potentially have issues.
  3. Liability: We are not responsible for any damage or injury that may occur during the repair process or as a result of using a repaired product. You, as the repairer, assume all risks and responsibilities associated with the repair.

By using these repair guides, you fully acknowledge and accept the potential risks and responsibilities involved.

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