Wearable art has its limits, just like hanging works of art. My custom kicks are intended for light everyday, casual wear, not rough athletic wear. DON'T HOOP IN EM IF YOU WANT THEM TO LAST UN-SCUFFED! With proper care custom kicks can last indefinitely. My customs use water proof and flexible leather paints. They are finished with protective varnishes. from my sponsors at Liquid Kicks and will resist light wear.
However scraping or rough wear will inevitably break down clear coats and compromise the art. Even dyed soles will wear down eventually to reveal the original sole color, rubber is non-absorbent, it is not a sponge or a fabric, rubber is non-porous and it is tinted on the surface when dyed. not throughout like a piece of cloth being dyed. The sides of your dyed soles will last indefinitely, and with care so will the bottoms. Keep in mind the larger of a person you are, the more care is needed when walking on concrete and rough surfaces, your soles will wear down faster due to gravity and physics. Wear with care! Protect your investment so our product can continue to elevate your footwear lifestyle.