Dry feet are comfortable feet

Most work boots come pre water-proofed these days, but if they are not, it really pays to treat the leather surfaces of your boots. Exposing your feet to moisture for long periods of time can really damage skin tissue, cause fungus and even athlete’s foot.

It helps to learn how to clean and care for your work boots, so you can keep your feet dry, cool and happy at all times.

If your job calls for long hours spent outdoors in a region that receives more than above average rainfall, consider opting for a boot with a more breathable material. Also, a moisture wicking lining will draw moisture away from your feet if any water does happen to get inside.

Comfort is tied to performance; it’s hard to be at the top of your game if you can’t focus on anything besides your aching or wet feet. If you want your feet to remain comfortable throughout the workday, look for snug-fitting working boots with a great insole.

Comfortable boots that keep your feet dry are not just a luxury, they’re a necessity – buy yourself a quality pair of work boots today. L&A Safety is a great place to look, they have a wide range to choose from, including other safety wear and equipment.

Why your work boots need to be comfortable

Jobs that demand standing for long hours - like security personnel and duty patrol – require extra comfortable boots. The human foot is full of sensitive nerves and the two feet combined hold around one fourth of the bones found in the human body.

Standing upright for many hours at a time may cause damaged veins. When you kick your boots off after a long day’s work and your feet are swollen, it’s because standing on your feet builds up pressure inside the veins of your feet. Prolonged standing on a hard surface can permanently expand these veins, causing chronic foot conditions.

INSOLES & MIDSOLES

The best way to reduce the pressure on your feet is by wearing orthotics, insoles, or sock liners. Many service boot models feature padded insoles sewn directly into the boot.

Orthotics, insoles, and sockliners offer cushioning that distributes the weight of your foot over a larger surface – this minimises the damage done to your feet by standing for hours at a time. Midsoles are also useful in making boots more comfortable by providing extra padding.

SOCKS

The easiest way to reduce pressure is to wear heavy socks. Socks will not only reduce the pressure on your feet, but also prevent painful corns from popping up. Most people do not want to wear thick socks during the warmer months, so breathable performance socks present a great alternative to eliminate irritation and keep your feet comfortable.

A STURDY SHANK

The shank of a boot forms the supportive structure between the insole and outsole. A good, sturdy shank will equally distribute your weight and take the pressure off the bottoms of your feet.

In the market for a new pair of work boots? L&A Safety has a wide variety of work boots to choose from, take a look at our website or visit one of our branches in Milnerton, Robertson and Vredenburg.