Repair the heels of your boots with the Repair Bonus
Your boots take you through the seasons, but wear and tear on their heels and toes can quickly alter their comfort and appearance. Rather than leaving them on the shelf or replacing them, repairing these key components is a lasting and cost-effective solution. At Tilli, our Shoemaker artisans specialise in repairing boot heels and changing toe puffs, guaranteeing solid, aesthetic and long-lasting results. What's more, these repairs are eligible for the Repair Bonus, which gives you a financial advantage for taking care of your footwear. For example, changing the toe cap on your boots can be reduced from €24 to €17 with this aid, allowing you to maintain your footwear on a budget.
Why repair the heels and toes of your boots?
The heels and toes (the part of the heel in direct contact with the ground) are the first parts of boots to wear. Heel wear can cause loss of stability, unbalanced walking and even damage to other parts of the boot. As for the toe caps, they are essential for protecting the heel and ensuring good grip on the ground.
Here's why repair is essential:
- Extend the life of your boots: By simply replacing the toe caps or repairing the heel, you avoid having to buy a new pair of boots, while extending the life of the ones you love.
- Preserve your comfort: A worn or badly balanced heel can quickly make your boots uncomfortable. Repair returns your boots to their original comfort.
- An eco-responsible gesture: Rather than throwing away your worn boots, opting for repair is part of a sustainable and environmentally friendly approach, aligned with Tilli's philosophy and the Join The Cycle movement.
The heel and toe repair process at Tilli
Diagnosis and assessment of wear
Our Shoemakers start by assessing the condition of your boots' heels and toe caps. Depending on the degree of wear, they determine whether a simple toe cap replacement is sufficient or whether a full heel repair is required.
Heel replacement
Heel caps are usually made of rubber or other wear-resistant materials. When this part becomes damaged, it is replaced with a new toe cap, adapted to the height and design of your boots. This replacement is carried out with precision so that your boots retain their original appearance and once again offer good grip on the ground. Thanks to the Repair Bonus, the cost of a new toe cap can be cut from €24 to €17 - a significant saving on the cost of maintaining your boots.
Heel repair or replacement
If the heel of the boot is too worn or damaged, our Makers will carry out a full heel repair or replacement. This usually involves removing the old heel and replacing it with a new one that matches the style and structure of the boot. Leather, wood or rubber heels can all be restored or replaced with identical models to maintain the boot's original style.
Finishing and reinforcement
Once the heel or toe cap has been replaced, a careful Finishing is applied to ensure that the visual appearance of the boot is impeccable. If required, our Makers also apply heel reinforcement to ensure optimum durability.
Eligibility for the Repair Bonus
As well as the quality craftsmanship offered by Tilli, you can benefit from the Repair Bonus, a government-backed scheme to encourage repair rather than replacement. Changing the toe cap on your boots, for example, costs just €17 instead of €24 thanks to this scheme, allowing you to save money while taking care of your favourite footwear.
This bonus is an excellent opportunity to extend the life of your boots at a lower cost while reducing your environmental impact.
Why choose Tilli to repair your boots?
At Tilli, quality is at the heart of our service. Here's why we're the perfect choice for your boot repairs:
- Expert artisans:Our Shoemakers are trained in the most modern footwear repair techniques, while retaining traditional craftsmanship. Each repair is carried out with care to ensure long-lasting results.
- Quality materials:We use high-quality toe caps and heels, tailored to your boots, to ensure a result that is both aesthetically pleasing and hard-wearing.
- An eco-responsible service: By repairing your boots, you are taking part in a more sustainable approach, in line with our eco-responsibility commitments. At Tilli, we believe in repair rather than systematic replacement.
Advice from our Makers on maintaining your heels and toes after repairs
To maximise the life of your heels and toecaps after they have been repaired, here are a few tips:
- Avoid wearing your boots on rough surfaces: Overly abrasive surfaces can accelerate toe box wear.
- Have the condition of the heels checked regularly: Don't wait until the wear is too severe to intervene, as this could make the repair more complex.
- Use protective toe caps: These can extend the life of your toe caps by protecting your heels from excessive wear.
Heel repair and toe cap replacement are essential to extend the life of your boots and ensure their comfort. The Repair Bonus makes these services even more accessible. Don't let wear and tear spoil your favourite boots, leave them in the capable hands of Tilli artisans and give them a new lease of life.
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