How to Patch Leaking Boots
- 1). Inspect your boot for obvious holes. If the stitching is giving out or there are holes in the leather, go to a shoe repair shop for an expert's opinion.
- 2). Coat leather boots with a thick layer of a wax-based sealant such as SnoSeal. This seals small holes and increases overall water resistance. Be careful with dress shoes, as most sealants alter the leather color.
- 3). For rubber boots, small holes can be covered with a silicon-based glue such as Shoe Goo. Locate the hole and rough up the area with sandpaper. Place a small dab of the sealant over the hole. Let the boots dry for 24 hours.
