Avoid Wearing Out Flip Flops
Create Flip Flops out of Newspaper (sometimes called slippers, jandals, or thongs) are more flexible than the sandal. Because of their flexibility and material, flip flops need good care to avoid premature wearing out or unexpected broken pieces.
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- Pick up your feet while walking. Try not to slide your feet so that the flip flop rubs against the ground. The more it rubs, the faster the sole will diminish and the greater the chances of slipping. Usually the heel part of the flip flop rubs out the greatest because of where the pressure is when walking.
- Take care of your Make a Pair of Plain Black Flip Flops Look Cool and they'll last longer. Don't bend them unless you're walking. Dry them with a paper towel (or a reusable rag to avoid unnecessary landfill waste) if they're wet. Clean any dirt or sand that gets trapped on the soles; anything that gets trapped there, such as small rocks, will cause "wear and tear" with every step.
- Keep flip flops out of any dog's sight. When a dog wants to play, he will grab the first thing that looks interesting, and it may be your footwear. Dogs may chew on, scratch, dunk, or hide your flip flop. In the process, it may stretch out the "thong", the "Y" shaped material that divides your toes (see below).
- Avoid stretching out the flip flop thong. It may be fun to do while you're sitting down, but stretching it too much will increase the chance of having it become too loose (and uncomfortable to walk with) or the bottom peg of the flip flop may loosen and pull out from the sole.
- Distribute your weight evenly. Most people tend to put most of their weight towards the sole of the flip flop which causes a major wear-in. Try to put just as much on the "balls" of your feet as you do on the sole of your feet.
Tips
- If you are worried about your shoes being worn out, choose cheap and plain ones. The cost will depend on the brand and the material the flip flop has. Many rubber ones will go for a few dollars, while the high risers, plastic, and more stylish pairs are more expensive.
- Foam flip flops will look more used and worn out than other materials because the footprint will engrave into it more and the dirt and sweat of the foot will seep into the foam faster.
- When sitting down, take your toes out of the the thong strap area. Not only is it more comfortable between your two toes, but it also allows the shoe the breathe for a bit. The more the toe area gets wet, the more irritated your toes get.
- Try soaking your rubber flip flops in hot water with 2 whitening denture tablets for about 30 minutes. Then scrub lightly with a soft, bristled brush and rinse. As soon as they are dry, your flip flops will look refreshed and good as new.
- Always find and wear comfortable footwear. The size of the flip flop should always be a little longer than your foot. This is to avoid the heel of the foot from touching the ground as you walk.
- Flip flops that are wet and have fabric straps, like some Reef styles can stretch and become loose and uncomfortable to wear.
Warnings
- Sand will break down flip flops, particularly those that have crevices where sand can hide and eat away at the material. Even flip flops made only of thick plastic (no cotton material or rubber soles), can break down and become useless if exposed to sand too often. Open-water lifeguards in particular have this problem. Don't abuse your favorite flip flops by wearing the same pair to work every day.
- Don't run in flip flops. They provide no ankle support or foot protection, so you may stub a toe, cut your foot, or sprain an ankle more easily than with other types of footwear.
- Don't wear flip flops when wet. Try to dry them before wearing again, your feet will thank you the next day. When wet, your foot can slide around, causing your toes to work extra hard to grip the flip flops.
