Off-season shoe care: the essential step to prolong the life of your luxury boots

With each change of season, your shoes go through a silent ordeal: humidity, salt, dust, heat, mold... Even the most robust boots, like those from high-end brands such as Red Wing , Ariat , Blundstone , UGG , Santoni , or Paraboot , can suffer if they are stored without care.

At Gerry 1958 , a specialized shoe repairer located in Gatineau and recognized throughout Quebec for its expertise in restoring welt shoes, we share our expert advice with you to maintain and preserve your high-end shoes between seasons.

Why maintain your boots after the cold or wet season?

• Preserve the integrity of the leather
• Avoid bad odors and mold
• Extend the durability of seams and welts
• Find boots ready to face the next season

The brands we treat with care

We support luxury boot and shoe brands such as:

• Red Wing
• Ariat
• Blundstone
• UGG
• Paraboot
• Santoni, Carmina, Tricker's

Our recommended services for off-season maintenance

🔹 Basic cleaning

Ideal for work, winter, or fall boots. Dusting, gentle cleaning, and leather protection included.

👉 Discover our basic cleaning service

🔸 Saphir cleaning and waxing

High-end treatment for smooth leather, with Saphir Médaille d'Or products.

👉 Give your luxury shoes a Saphir treatment

Workshop tips for storing your shoes properly

• Clean them thoroughly (or leave them to us)
• Use wooden shoe trees
• Store them in a breathable bag
• Keep them away from humidity and heat

Postal service throughout Quebec

No matter where you are, our mail-in service allows you to send your boots to us for maintenance or restoration. Simple, reliable, and secure.

📦 Ready to give your shoes a second life?
👉 Book an appointment or shop now at chezgerry1958.com