will shoe goo work on plastic

 

We're hoping to answer that question today, as we'll be discussing the cleaning power of Shoe Goo.

But before we do, let’s clear up some possible misconceptions. If you've ever tried Shoe Goo and found it ineffective at protecting a leaky shoe sole or heel, that could be because your Shoe Goo was old and had lost its sealing properties. It's therefore recommended you replace the cap when not in use. Shoe Goo can also separate or harden if it gets too cold or too hot. In addition, because it is a rubber product, it might not work as effectively on other types of surfaces. For instance, it might have trouble penetrating plastics or vinyls.

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We'll test out Shoe Goo against two types of soles: a rubber sole and an EVA sole. EVA is a synthetic plastic used in many kinds of shoes and boots today, including high heels and ski boots. We'll also experiment with a variety of different plastic surfaces to see if Shoe Goo can live up to its name and really work on plastic surfaces.

Shoe Goo’s creators have said that it won’t work on plastics because the chemical it contains, cyanoacrylate, was developed in the 1950s. However, in the very same year, a company called E. I. du Pont de Nemours & Co. used cyanoacrylate to seal a plastic helmet that was used by U.S. soldiers into Vietnam.

So, is Shoe Goo the miracle product that can repair the damage done to your broken plastic shoes? Well, let’s find out by testing it out on a variety of surfaces.

Ok, so let’s get started. I’m going to remove both my shoes and get a close-up look at the rubber soles. Hey, these are in pretty good shape for synthetic leather shoes: plenty of scuff marks on the toe and heel, but overall pretty clean. Ok, time for Shoe Goo …

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Step 1: Pour some Shoe Goo into a container of water. It will look a little like pancake syrup.

Step 2: Use a toothpick to dab a little bit of Shoe Goo onto each of the rubber soles. Be very careful not to get any on your fingers when you do this. If you do, wipe them off with some paper towels before proceeding.

Step 3: Let the Shoe Goo set for at least 30 minutes or up to two hours before proceeding with Step 4.

Step 4: Scrub away any excess shoe goo from the rubber soles with your fingers or a toothbrush. Then, apply a second coat of Shoe Goo to the rubber soles.

Step 5: Let the second coat dry for about 30- 45 minutes before doing Step 6.

Step 6: Scrub away any excess shoe goo from the rubber soles with your fingers or a toothbrush. Then, apply another coat of Shoe Goo to the rubber soles, making sure not to get any on your fingers when applying it in Step 4 or afterward when applying a second coat. Again, let the next layer dry for at least 30 minutes or up to two hours before proceeding.