While we do offer a line of water friendly footwear, most styles should not be immersed in water. Over saturation can compromise the integrity of the sealant materials. It can also change the look and finish of the materials. If your shoes become wet, allow them to air dry slowly, away from direct heat.
While Birkenstocks are not meant for water, they will not be ruined if they get wet…...within reason. Should you get caught in a downpour, or get pushed into a pool with them on, just put them in a corner at room temperature and let them air dry naturally. Don't put them in the sun. Don't try to blow dry them.
From the Birkenstock FAQ page: ``If you do get caught in the rain in your Birks, fear not! Simply dry them in a shaded place away from any heat sources. If you have clogs or shoes, insert wadded newspapers into the shoes, and the paper will help soak up the extra moisture.
Are Birkenstocks waterproof? We offer water-friendly styles made of EVA. Most styles should not be immersed in water as over-saturation can compromise the integrity of the sealant materials. Hydrophobic styles are water-resistant, but still should not be submerged.
The Birkenstock Arizona is an icon with its timeless design. Modeled on the cork original, this sandal is made from ultra lightweight and highly flexible EVA. These colorful sandals are shock-absorbent, waterproof, and skin-friendly.
BIRKIBUC manages to almost perfectly replicate the look and feel of authentic nubuck leather. This durable synthetic material not only looks like its natural counterpart, but it feels like it too.
The leather of your Birkenstocks should be brushed to remove dirt and dust, and then sprayed with a non-silicone waterproofing and stain protecting spray every 6 months, such as our Morgan's Spray. You should not spray the foot bed of your Birkenstocks, regardless of whether they are shoes or sandals.
Some people keep their Birkenstocks for 10 years, while others may only get one summer out of them. How long your Birkenstock footwear lasts is determined by how well you treat them, and how hard you are on your shoes in general. Remember, Birkenstocks are designed to be repaired.
Preventing Smelly Birkenstocks: A Bit of Discipline… and Goodbye Odors! Don't let your sandals, flip-flops, and other Birkenstock items turn your environment into an open-air cheese platter. Regular maintenance, good foot hygiene, and even a few specialized products... will spare your nose in advance.
Birkenstocks can be a good choice for people with flat feet, thanks to their anatomically shaped footbed. Flat feet occur when the foot's arch collapses, causing misalignment in the foot and lower leg. Birkenstocks' built-in arch support helps lift and support the arch, reducing discomfort and improving alignment.
We only use high-quality pure and expensive natural cork. Because of its extraordinary properties cork is very popular as a universal raw material. Cork is elastic, has excellent cushioning and provides good insulation against heat, cold and moisture All of these properties can be found in the BIRKENSTOCK footbed.
Research shows that over 80 percent of people with plantar fasciitis wear shoes that lack proper support. That's why sandals like Birkenstocks, which feature contoured footbeds, arch support, and quality construction, are often recommended by podiatrists.
The upper material is made of real leather. BIRKENSTOCK uses sturdy leather with a thickness of 2.8 to 3.2 mm for the upper material. Vegan BIRKENSTOCK products are completely free of animal components.
Time to Birk Out. We offer repair, resole and recraft services for traditional Birkenstock particularly but not limited to the Birkenstock sandal, clog, thong and London-style.
Lightweight, waterproof, resilient, buoyant, and virtually weightless, cork has been used for centuries to craft a variety of products, from wine stoppers to musical instruments to insulating materials. Cork's intrinsic properties and extraordinary qualities make it an ideal material for natural, eco-friendly shoes.
Other aspects of the Birkenstock sandal design warrant caution. The pronounced arch support built into many of their footbeds, while often marketed as a comfort feature, can weaken the intrinsic foot muscles over time by removing the need for them to engage and support your arch naturally.
Step 1: open the straps. Clean the inside with a damp brush. Step 2: clean the outside of the straps with a damp brush. Step 3: the footbed can now be lathered in circular movements with a little water and some leather shampoo.
To keep your footwear fresh, spray the entire footbed with Birkenstock Cleaner & Refresher and wipe away excess moisture and dirt with a cloth. Brush suede and nubuck footbeds with a Nubuck/Suede brush to restore the nap.
"They're really good for if you have a flat foot or you have arch pain because they have a supportive longitudinal arch. But I would recommend them to most people — unless you have some kind of severe ailment that obviously needs a more personalized approach."
Birkenstocks are known for their durability, but daily wear and tear can impact their lifespan. Here are the key areas to watch: Footbed Wear: The footbed molds to your feet over time, providing custom comfort. However, this also means it can flatten and lose support with heavy use.
You can wear your Birkenstocks to the beach, but a common mistake made by customers is leaving them to bake on the hot sand or putting wet feet directly back into them.
Birkenstock sandals and clogs come with a light coating of cork sealant on the exposed cork edge. This protects the cork and prevents it from drying out. When the cork no longer looks shiny, apply a thin coat of Cork Sealant to protect the cork from the elements.
Birkenstocks with an exposed cork footbed, may require cork repair due to general wear over time. This is achieved by using heat moldable cork, which we build up and grind to the original shape of the footbed. To extend the life of your cork footbed we suggest you maintain this with a light covering of cork sealant.
