Wood is a special material, both for its decorative and original style, and for its maintenance. And if you want to extend its life, follow our tips on how to care for your wooden sandals.

Therefore, there are several tips we want to give you so that your Claire Charlotte wooden sandals are always well-cared for and last much longer.

In addition, the two main characteristics you should know are:

1. Pine wood sandals are made with semi-soft wood, because it is light and makes walking easier.

2. Our wood is a noble product and to extend its life you must take care of it as much as possible. You will enjoy them longer.

The recommendations for caring for and maintaining your Claire Charlotte sandals are as follows:

• Avoid wetting the sandals. Water and wood, as we know, are rivals due to the deterioration caused by moisture.
• Wax the sandals with colorless natural wax, whenever you store them for a long time. Especially when there are sudden changes in temperature and you have them in the closet or shoe rack. The wax will act as a protector.
• Avoid bumps. Pine wood, for example, is semi-soft and any scratch or impact can mark and break it.
• Avoid heat and sun rays. Ultraviolet rays damage the cellulose of the wood and cause it to lose its original color. Therefore, it is best to keep them well waxed and stored when not in use.

First, make sure the surface is clean and dry. Then, with a soft cloth (preferably cotton), apply the wax evenly in circular motions. Cover the entire sole, massaging gently. And finally, apply in the direction of the wood grain.

Next, after drying for approximately 10 minutes, rub the entire surface with another dry cloth. You will notice that the wood regains its natural shine.

Now, if your shoe has suffered a scuff, we can opt for a type of wax in the color of the wood. Apply it as indicated above to conceal the damaged area.

On the other hand, if you encounter a more noticeable impact, you will find various repair waxes on the market that are water-resistant and perfect for small cracks or chips. Choose a wax of the same shade as the wood you are repairing. Clean and dry the area. Soften the paste with your hand and apply a thin layer. Let it dry, and voilà!

* Repairs of this type of footwear are the customer's responsibility, as returns are not subject to misuse or poor maintenance of the product. Please follow the advice explained to always maintain and protect your wooden sandals.

Likewise, in case of stronger impacts and large cracks, it is advisable to contact a professional to repair it. You can even contact us to guide you in its repair. Contact us via email hola@clairecharlotte.com, and through direct chat.

Claire Charlotte's clogs and sandals are also made with leather, in addition to wood. A high-quality material that can also deteriorate over time and with possible scuffs. For this reason, we are going to tell you how to clean leather sandals so that you always keep them in perfect condition.

• With a special shoe brush, clean stains with a little neutral soap or cleaning foam. Do it carefully so that it does not get too wet.
• Then, remove the soap and let the leather dry well.
• Add a specific protective cream for leather. In a neutral color or the same shade. Apply it with gauze in circular motions.
• Finally, dry with a cloth and use a shoe brush to rub the area and give it shine. Always gently so as not to scratch the leather.

In conclusion, we emphasize that good care of the materials will offer you a long product life. And therefore, you will enjoy its design and style for longer. In addition, we will be happy to answer any questions you may have about the care or maintenance of our handmade shoes. Do you already know how to care for your wooden sandals?