Sof SoleSOF SOLE Original Shoe Goo - 3.7 fl oz Tube - Clear Shoe Glue - Repairs Soles, Heels, Patches Small Holes - Bonds on Contact, Dries Within 24 Hrs, Waterproof - Works on Leather, Rubber, Vinyl, Canvas

Pros:Bonds well to leather, rubber, vinyl, and canvasWaterproof once curedEasy to apply straight from the tubeDries clear and flexibleTube has enough for many repairsAffordable and long-lastingCons:Takes about 24 hours to fully cureCan get messy if not applied carefullyHard to remove from skin if it gets on your handsMy Experience:I picked this up to repair some worn shoes, and it worked exactly as expected. The glue bonds tightly and holds up well once cured. It’s versatile — I’ve used it on soles and small splits, and it handled both repairs without issue. Once dry, it has a clear finish that blends in well.Application is straightforward, but you do have to be neat when applying because the glue is sticky. I recommend wearing gloves when using it, since it’s hard to get off your hands. I let my repairs cure for the full 24 hours, and they’ve held up great. There’s plenty in the tube, enough for multiple future repairs.Conclusion:A dependable product for extending the life of shoes and boots. Perfect for quick repairs at home, especially for anyone who wants to avoid tossing out a pair over minor damage. Highly recommended.

This review is for:Shoe Goo Repair Adhesive for Fixing Worn Shoes or Boots, Clear, 3.7-Ounce Tube==============================================================================I had several pairs of shoes that needed repair, including fabric separating from the insole, holes in the leather uppers, and three pair where the soles were either completely separated or almost so. There were slippers, tennis shoes and a pair of Teva sandals.I honestly didn't expect this product to work very well because it just seemed unrealistic to use store-bought glue to properly re-attach soles, with all the bending they go through with every step. But Shoe Goo proved me wrong. The most impressive repairs were the re-attaching of fully separated soles for a pair of tennis shoes and for the Teva sandals. After extensive use, the soles of both pair of shoes are still attached like they were repaired yesterday.What Worked For Me - Tips For Best Results1. Use adequate ventilation. - This glue emits very strong solvent vapors, so use with adequate ventilation. Open the windows, work in the garage or on the patio, whatever is necessary. Keep in mind that strong vapors will continue to be emitted for days as the glue sets. You really do not want to breathe this solvent any longer than necessary.2. Make sure the bonding surfaces are clean. - The separated soles on my shoes were dirty on both sides, so I first washed them with soap and water and after drying went over them again with alcohol. If the soles still had pliable glue on them, I would have used acetone (fingernail polish remover) to try and remove it. I believe the directions also mention that acetone can be used to remove excess Shoe Goo and for after-repair cleanup.3. Use tape for masking. - I used paper tape to mask areas where I did not want the glue to go - like on either side of the seam where the sole attaches. And once the soles were attached, I put weight on the shoe so any excess glue would squeeze out. The excess glue was removed and then the tape was removed immediately so it didn't get stuck and become part of the shoe.4. Work quickly. - Once the product is dispensed from the tube it starts to skim over and to dry out immediately. Plan ahead. Know where and how much glue needs to be squeezed out. Use something like a putty knife to quickly spread the glue so it covers the entire face of the parts to be glued. Wear some disposable gloves in case you need to move glue around into nooks and crannies with your fingers before attaching the sole. I also used 'parts' brushes to help move glue into the nooks and crannies. (Parts brushes are small brushes with somewhat stiff and coarse bristles, meant for non-painting applications. Typically sold in packs, they can usually be found in the hardware aisles of your local hardware store.)5. Keep the glued parts in close contact while drying. - While drying, I made sure the parts stayed in close contact by placing a heavy weight on the shoe. I also needed to use heavy duty (Gorilla) tape to flatten out decorative edges on the Teva sandals.6. Allow time for the glue to Set. - From memory, I believe the directions say that when re-attaching soles, allow them to sit for 24 hours, then put them on and put your full weight on the shoes to remove air pockets, and that it may take up to 72 hours for the glue to fully set. I followed those directions but allowed additional time for the glue to fully cure. The glue 'sets' through the evaporation of the solvent from the glue. But if the glue is trapped between two non-porous surfaces, the solvent will not evaporate quickly. So, I let the glue cure until I could just barely smell the strong solvent when the repaired soles were held next to my nose. And that took about a week for the Tevas and also for one pair of tennis shoes. Waiting that long may very well not be necessary, but I had the time to be sure the glue was dry.Notes:Once fully cured, this glue is TOUGH. I used a metal putty knife to spread it onto the shoe soles, and once dry it was very difficult to remove from the knife - even with a new box cutter blade. (I didn't try acetone.) The cured glue is also stretchy, in a heavy duty kind of way. It seems to be the perfect product for use on shoes, even those that bend a lot like tennis shoes and Teva sandals. And if your project requires spreading the glue, I recommend using something disposable like plastic putty knives from the dollar store. Or popsicle sticks.It appears that Shoe Goo will adhere to almost any surface, so you'll probably find a use for any remaining product. One of my old, comfortable slippers were about to wear through on one side so I slathered a layer of Shoe Goo over the weak area and it was fixed. The too-thin leather heel on another old, comfortable slipper was in torn tatters so I Shoe-Goo'd a cloth patch over the problem area and it's back in service. Neither of these two repairs is particularly attractive but since they're house shoes - function and comfort are more important than style.Be sure to screw the cap back on tightly after each use. And if you anticipate leaving the remaining product on the shelf for more than a day or two, you might consider applying a bead of petroleum jelly, grease or something similar under the rim of the attached cap to help prevent the remaining product from drying out.I would recommend Shoe Goo to anyone who wants to repair shoes at home.====================================Follow-Up, 12-2-2023The following repairs were made at the same time as the repairs to my other shoes, described above. And all of these repairs are still holding well.----------Detail of the repairs made to my Sketcher Sport tennis shoes that look like a cross between tennis shoes and hiking boots.The heavy leather upper on one shoe sheared off cleanly where it connected to the shoe bed at the arch. It looked as if a very sharp knife was used to cut the leather right next to the bed. To align the leather before gluing, tape was applied to the edge of the sole, and then across the upper leather. Then, a bead of Shoe Goo was applied INSIDE the shoe. When that dried, and with the leather upper now secured in the proper position, the tape was removed and glue was applied along the new seam on the outside of the shoe. Since I was gluing the edge of the leather upper directly to the shoe bed (abutting at a 90 degree angle) I had strong doubts about this particular repair. However, it's still holding today. Kind of crazy!Also, the rubber toe protectors on the very front of both shoes had become detached and curled. To properly secure those pieces, they had to be glued in three steps, using strong tape to secure them into position. The result was ugly but a permanent black marker made the repairs nearly invisible, disappearing into the surrounding black material.About the Sketchers:I've had them for several years, but they've been gently and only occasionally used. I'm very disappointed these Sketcher shoes self-deteriorated the way they did with only light use. It points to substandard materials and poor construction. I doubt I'll ever buy another pair of Sketchers.Breakdown of my Follow-Up:1. Shoe Goo is an amazing product!2. If you're thinking about buying Sketcher shoes, I suggest you take another look at other brands.3. If you do buy Sketcher shoes, try to remember how well Shoe Goo works!

holds well, make sure the surface is clean before use !

Have'nt used this stuff in 20 years,but had a pair of workboots that started to separate at the sole. Remembered how well it worked on repairing an older set,so decided to give it a shot once again. Still does the job,and saves me some money. Can be a bit messy,so make sure you have some rags close. Works great at repairing shoe soles and dries fast too. I included a before and after pick of the repair. This is after 1 hour dry time.

Shoe Goo saved my best sturdy leather walking shoes! The whole back sole of my left shoe decided to part with the shoe body. I walked on the toe end till I got home, and it was a bit embarrasing. I glued it up and let it sit with a weight inside for about 36 hours. It is sturdy as can be - and I still use the toe of my right shoe to press on the heel of my left shoe when I take them off without untying them. This glue holds perfectly. Next project: gluing the ficus leaves back on my fake ficus tree. There is no better glue for any repair or project! Buy it!

If you have wondered if Shoegoo is as good as E6000, wonder no more. It is, and it works great on shoe soles. Shoes made in Vietnam are Showroom Shoes with just enough glue to keep the rubber soles on your shoes until you get home, then they fly off in slabs.What I do is clean the detached portion with ACETONE. This prepares the surfaces perfectly for Shoegoo. Do yourself a favour, wear gloves, or you will need paint thinner for removal. DO ONLY as much as you can seal at one time. You can always seal more later. The goo flows a little bit, so let gravity assist or use a tongue depressor to reach further if needed. I use C-lamps, but if you use cord to wrap the sole tightly to the shoe bottom, you will achieve a great result.On soles, I have used both Shoegoo and E6000. Both are great products. Shoegoo is less expensive, and it looks identical to me. My shoe repair today was New Balance Industrial 626. They are a $100 shoe with ENDLESS problems with the slip-resistant rubber cap sticking to the rubber sole. Shoegoo fixes it permanently.In today's world where soles are not sewn to shoes, you have to have this stuff and it can be used for a thousand other projects, crafts and repairs.

The shoe glue works great, but I had to write a three because the tube busted when I was squeezing the glue out. Therefore, I was only able to use it once for a small job and the rest was wasted because the tube busted.