In an average day, a man takes about 8,000 steps. If he weighs 170 pounds, the daily force that accumulates on his feet is 1,000 tons. Spend a few extra dollars for shoes that will give you the support you need. First, clean the shoes with a leather cleaner to remove the surface dirt. Next, condition the leather.
Conditioners soften and lubricate the leather.
Next, it is time for polish. Liquid polish is quick and easy to apply, but must be applied more frequently. Cream polishes provide a happy medium. After the shoes are shined, weatherproof them. If you live or work in a messy environment, the protection of a weatherproofer is a must.