How To Use a Shoe Stretcher 

Thank you so much for this simple & str8 to the point video!

Thank you so much! I didn’t know that a high heel stretcher existed. I just ordered one, along with the aerosol spray 👍🏽

One of the best shoe stretchn videos.. So helpful :)

Thank you! Exactly what I need for my son's new shoes. Ordering from your site to support this content.

This particular stretcher only stretches width. We carry a 2 way stretcher that stretches width and length and is the same high quality as the one I demonstrated above.

thanks so much for posting this, I bought a pair of shoe stretcher had no idea how to use them so thanks so much. I think y'all just got a new customer in me

im so glad i went on you tube. i just made my purchase. i almost bought that rip off kind at amazon but the reviews say they are made out of plastic and break easy. i'll comment back when they get in but after reading these comments and seeing the video i feel confident i made the right purchase.

Thank you, Joe. This was so helpful!

The white low-top sneakers I have are 100% leather, a size 10, and just a bit narrow. What size stretcher should I buy to widen my shoes... Men's 8-10, Men's 10 1/2 - 12, or Men's 12 1/2 - 14 ? Awesome video, Joe... very informative!!!

@eileenyw92 Yes, you can stretch fake leather or suede. There is no need to use the stretching fluids on these types of materials. Just use the stretcher without the streching fluids.

@sycoa you should buy the 12.5 - 14 stretcher. Its easier to apply the shoe stretch on the out side of the shoe, and it gets better penetration. In our experience applying it on the inside just makes a mess. -Joe

You could use the 2 way stretcher for high top sneakers. Go up a few sizes because sneakers are normally wider than shoes.

Hi pouchy17, yes our high heel stretcher will work just fine with heels that have a heel length above 4.5". Hope this helps! And let us know if you have any further questions. Thanks, Joe

Hi, Can the stretcher and stretch liquid be used on suede knee high boots? Thanks.

@ShoeCareSupplies es, The stretchers will work on fabric shoes as well. There is no need to use the stretching fluids on these types of materials. Just use the stretcher without the stretching fluids.

@clarissatse I would buy the 61/2 to 8 stretcher. This way, you will have a lot of pressure on the shoes to stretch them out.

Good morning Joe, I've got a pair of Vans skate shoes I purchased the other day and they fit alright but could use a bit of room where my big toe first knuckle is, it bulges a bit more than normal, can this style shoe be stretched like leather ones? Thanks!

Excellent, informative, and worth while video. Thanks for posting.

hello, very good video:) Is it possible to know how large can we increase de width of the shoe?

Hi Joe, I have a big bunion on my right big toe and so I need to stretch my shoe in this area to ensure there's no pressure on the bunion. Can I use the mens wooden shoe stretcher, or would this be the wrong tool to use as it will widen the shoe as well, which I don't actually need, i just need the bunion area widened. The reason I ask is because the Bunion & Toe Box Stretcher is not available in the UK, only the wooden foot stretcher. Thanks, Ben

You can use these shoes on any color shoes. They can be used on leather, plastic vinyl and even plastic shoes

Thank you so Much Joe for this video! I bought a pair of shoe trees and had to return them cause I didn't have a clue as to how to get them to expand. I also didn't know there were different kinds of shoe stretchers (I may have bought the flat kind for my pointy heels). I will go to your site and order what I need. But question: I don't think the shoes I have are 100% leather and I read that shoe stretchers do not work well on man-made materials. Is this true? Thanx again Joe!

Thank you! That was helpful and informative.

When you stretch heels that pointy in the front, is the shoe stretcher suppose to fit into the shoe? Or can you just put part of the shoe stretcher into the shoe to stretch?

@ImThaidUp Our stretchers work on any kind of materials, whether they be leather, vinyl, plastic or cloth.

i just bought a pair of converse chuck taylor all stars size 9, my regular shoe size is 10.5, but they don't sell these shoes in half sizes and they recommend buying one shoe size smaller, these shoes are made out of canvas, would your shoe stretcher stretch these shoes a half size bigger so they would fit properly because a size 10 is too big?, your help is greatly appreciated.

Great video, going to pick one of these up.

Is the spray safe for all shoe fabric types? I have some fancy fabric shiny shoes and would be worried the spray might stain the fabric

Bought one from you tonight, great video.

with high top shoes like basketball shoes what would you use for width and length?

Hi Joe, I am a size 14 and I want to buy a pair of your shoe stretchers for my sneakers. I love puma's but they run small. My problem is that I do not know what size to get. Is the 12-14 best or should I go the 14 and up route because I am already a size 14. Please let me know so I can stop wearing my feet out breaking in my new shoes!

Does the handle rotate 90 degrees to operate it when down in the boot is what I was wondering.

Hello Joe, I just bought some Christian Louboutin Daffodil shoes, and they fit me tight from the toes, the big toe and middle toe is fine, but the middle,ring, and pinky feel very crunched up, is there any high heel stretcher to fit this particular shoe that I can use to stretch them out ( width ) ??Thanks

I've managed to destroy two pairs of wooden stretchers where I have screwed them open to the end and the plastic nut inside has broken so the shoe will no longer expand. Need to find another way to stretch my shoes...

Does the spray/liquid change the color of the shoe?

Thanks for making this video. Will the stretching fluid discolor the leather?

Hi @LabelLush how did that shoe stretcher work for you?

Thank you sir, you just saved me a Lot of time!

The stretchers will work on sneakers. I would recommend going up 1 or 2 sizes.

What if it's a composite safety toe? (on size 14 leather Magnum boots). The front inside corners of my big toes touch a little bit after wearing for several hours. How difficult is this to do? I'm guessing a combination of length and toebox width stretching.........can this be done??

What about sneakers? Will it work on them?

Excellent video. Thank you.

@ShoeCareSupplies Hi Joe, I have a pair of size 9 basketball shoes I would like to stretch to a 9.5..Should I use liquid, spray or a shoe stretcher like in your video?

They will work in high tops. The metal piece will stick out the back of the sneaker. On sneakers, I would go up one size on the stretcher.

I need to stretch the Arch of my shoes, not the toe or furthermost portion of them so much. It appears that most shoe stretchers do not address the Arch. This may not be as much of a concern with lace-up shoes as it is with slip-on styles that cannot be loosened with the laces. Suggestions?

i have suede vans shoes, to be honest i make want to strectch it half a size and width ways too, they are 10.5's and i think vans were made for slim feet, i must have wide feet also why did you not spray it on the inside?

What's the purpose of shoe stretching

What do you recommend for shoe lengthening

Does this apply (spray included) to running shoes/trainers that are non-leather?

Are these permanent or how often do I have to do it

you said 3 or 4 more turns, but it looked like those were 1/2 turns. is that what you meant?

I’m unsure whether I should use the shoe stretch aerosol and shoe stretch liquid after watching this video

can you stretch synthetic leather shoes, my nike high top bigs are too narrow at the toes

Could I use these on my sneakers?

I wear a mens 9 shoe and was wondering if I should get the womens shoe stretcher instead since the mens one might be too big?

Can you use shoe stretchers on taller shoes? Like mid-calf length boots, and such?

They do work on patent leather, but you do not need to use any of the shoe stretch liquids because the liquids will not penetrate into the patent

Which one do you recommend for high top sneakers.

does the shoe stretcher work with footbll shoes cuz my the fornt of my left foot feels tight form the toe section!!

I just bought your High Heel Stretcher! Hope it works!

@lilqtxanq3lou should try to push the stretcher up as far as possible. Do not use the bunion piece if it stops the stretcher from going in all the way. If it does not go up to the toe, try the next size down.

BIG QUESTION. Does anyone know if this stretcher will work for High heels ABOVE the heel length of 4.5' ??

I'm looking to widing out my basketball shoes what do you recommend

Does this work on Athletic Shoes such as basketball shoes (Nike Lebron James 9) ? or this only works on Leather shoes ?

Great video Joe!

Is it possible to stretch faux suede/ leather material?

very informative. what about canvas shoes?

hi where can i buy the corn/bunion attachment? my shoe stretcher is missing.

That was so wonderful

Yes, they will work for basketball sneakers. I would go up 2 sizes for sneakers. For example:if you wear a size 10, order a size 12 stretcher. Thanks,Joe

@jsarp12 They can be used on sneakers. I would order 2 sizes bigger for sneakers. If you wear a size 12, order a size 14

does this spray work on suede shoes? or does it discolor suede?

Very helpful. Thank you!

Hi, do you have a instep stretcher?

Can the womans shoe stretcher do from a 7 stretch to 10.5-11?

Can this be used for snowboard boots?

@lazyboyz Yes, They can be used on fabric also.

Need my high tops a bit longer. Will this work?!

They work on work boots also. You should go up a size or 2 because boots are generally larger than dress shoes.

Sounds like a good idea. I'll give it a try and let you know how it works.

I noticed that these get out of the shoe itself; what if i want to stretch some high tops that I have?!

What can you use to stretch suede shoes?

can it work on soccer cleats?

It should stretch the shoes out about half a size width wise and if you get the 2 way stretcher, it will stretch about a quarter of a size lengthwise.

No,The shoe stretcher works on both leather and man-made materials. You do not need to use the liquid for man-made material

Where do i get a shoe stretcher from

does it work on synthetic?

Great video.

Can I use it over a gore tex shoe?

What if I overstretch?

will this work for basketball shoes?

@Tahraqa They work on both left or right shoes

Does it work on leather shoes?

i was a 7 in men now im a 8-8.5 in men will it still work

@ssskkksksksk Yes, The stretchers will work on synhtetic shoes as well. There is no need to use the stretching fluids on these types of materials. Just use the stretcher without the stretching fluids.

@almostabbyy Our stretchers can be used on any length boot, makes no difference.

Thank you so much, that was so helpful for me as a just bought a shoe stretcher. :)

Excellent video!

can you stretch tennis/skate shoes?

can you use it with sneakers?