How do you repair the heel of your boots?

What is Bonbout and why is it essential?

The heel cap is the small part under the heel, in direct contact with the ground. It's usually made of rubber or plastic and wears much more quickly than the rest of the heel. If you notice your boots making noise when walking or slipping on smooth surfaces, it's likely that the heel cap is worn.

Why change the toe cap?
- Avoid slipping: A worn toe cap becomes slick and no longer provides the necessary grip, which can lead to slipping on wet or smooth surfaces. Replacing the toe cap restores this grip.
- Protecting the heel: When the heel cap is too worn, it exposes the rest of the heel to premature wear. If you continue to use your boots in this condition, you may need to replace the entire heel, a more costly repair. By changing the heel at the first signs of wear, you protect the heel and avoid more costly repairs.
- Improved comfort and stability: A heel in good condition ensures optimum stability and walking comfort. Your boots will regain their strength and grip.

How Tilli Repairs the Heels and Toes of Your Boots

At Tilli, our cobbler craftsmen take care of every detail so that you can wear your boots again. The process of heel repair and toe replacement is simple yet effective, and we guarantee a lasting repair.

Our craftsmen begin by examining your boots and assessing the general condition of the heels and toe caps. They then decide whether a partial repair is necessary (such as simply replacing the toe cap) or whether a more in-depth intervention is required, particularly if the heel caps are also damaged. In this case, a more complex repair or a complete replacement of the heel will be required to repair all the damaged layers.
The worn heel cap is carefully removed so as not to damage the heel or the structure of the boot.
A new toe cap is then fitted. This replacement enhances the shoe's durability and ensures a good grip for a more comfortable and safer walk.
Once the new toe cap has been fitted, our craftsmen proceed with the finishing touches, polishing the heels and adjusting the last for a neat and tidy result. This ensures that the repair is aesthetically in harmony with the rest of the boot, while guaranteeing its sturdiness.

Why trust Tilli to repair your boots?

When you call on Tilli to repair your boots, you benefit not only from our craftsmanship, but also from durable materials and shoe-friendly repair techniques.

Artisanal expertise: Our shoemakers are experts at repairing all types of footwear, whether leather, suede or synthetic. Each pair of shoes is treated with care, and we ensure that the repair respects the original aesthetics of the boots.
High-quality materials: Whether it's a toe cap replacement or a complete heel repair, we use durable, hard-wearing materials to ensure that the repair is not only functional, but also durable over time.
Savings with the Repair Bonus*: As an approved Repair Bonus workshop, we enable you to benefit from this financial aid to reduce your repair costs. This means you can maintain your boots at a reduced rate, while benefiting from quality service.

The benefits of repairing rather than replacing

- An Ecological and Responsible Solution: Repairing your boots instead of replacing them helps reduce textile waste. By extending the life of your shoes, you're contributing to more responsible consumption, avoiding the production of new shoes which require considerable natural and energy resources.
- Extending the life of your favorite shoes: We all have a pair of boots that we love. By opting for repair, you avoid having to part with them prematurely, and can continue to wear them for many years to come.
- Reduced costs thanks to the Repair Bonus*: With the Repair Bonus*, you save on repairs while keeping your shoes in good condition. For example, a €24 change of toe caps will cost you just €17 after the bonus has been applied, making it a much more cost-effective solution than buying a new pair of shoes.

Repairing boot heels and changing toe caps are simple and effective solutions for extending the life of your shoes. Thanks to the expertise of our craftsmen at Tilli and the financial support of the Repair Bonus*, you can maintain your boots economically and sustainably. Entrust your shoes to our craftsmen for a professional and personalized service, and enjoy repaired boots, ready to accompany you for many seasons to come.

* The Bonus Réparation is an initiative set up by the French government to promote the repair of clothing and footwear and thus reduce the volume of waste. The discount applies only to services provided to private individuals resident in France.