Here's How I Deodorize My Work Boots (Effectively)

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How to deodorize work boots (Stinky or Not)

Whether you have an old pair of work boots that smell like cat pee or are brand new, you should use a boot deodorizer.

Ideally, you use a boots deodorizer with your brand-new work boots so you can avoid your boots getting stinky in the first place.

But if you haven’t done that already (like many of us) and your boots got stinky you might want to try a boot deodorizer to get rid of the bad smell.

Here’s how I apply deodorizer to my work boots:

Step 1: Make sure the boots are dry

If you just got back from work and your boots are completely soaked you should dry them first. I use this PEET Original boot dryer and it works great.

There’s no point to deodorize your work boots if they’re wet. That’s one of the most common reasons work boots get stinky in the first place. By the way here’s how I waterproof my work boots to avoid as much as possible water getting into my work boots.

Step 2: Remove the insole

Many work boots nowadays come with a removable insole. Once the boots are dry, remove the insole and spray the deodorizer on the boots.

Immediately after that put the insole back and apply the deodorizer one more time with the insole inside the boot.

Step 3: Wear the boots or leave them to rest

You don’t have to allow for the deodorizer to dry or anything like that. You can wear your boots straight away.

Actually, that’s what I do in the morning before I go out to work. Spray the deodorizer, put my work boots on, and ready for a 12-hour shift.

Should you spray it on your feet as well?

Check the product’s label. I wouldn’t apply it directly on the skin but I have applied it after putting my wool socks on.

Do boot deodorizers leave stains?

I haven’t experienced that myself but I’ve heard some people saying some boot deodorizers do stain. So I’m guessing it depends on the product.

Last notes

If your work boots smell bad already, what I would recommend you to do first is to clean your work boots, especially inside. I also sanitize my work boots using rubbing alcohol.

This is important because a boot deodorizer won’t be that effective if your work boots have acquired a bad smell because of sweating too much or because they got wet.

Using a deodorizer in this case would make things worse in my experience.

Take some time over the weekend to wash your work boots inside out, dry them naturally or use a boot dryer (avoid drying them in the tumble dryer), and only after that start using the boot deodorizer.

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Victor Adrian – Editor And Webmaster

Construction Professional, driver, crane operator, cleaner, head chef … these are just some of the jobs I did in the past. Working in all these different environments taught me that having good footwear to protect your feet from different dangers at work IS PARAMOUNT for any worker! On this website, I aim to share all my knowledge and personal experience in dealing with different footwear and foot care issues, and hopefully, you can get something out of it. Enjoy!

Jessica Flynn – Writer And Researcher

Love technology, going to the beach, taking care of my body, and writing (amongst other things). You’ll see my face around here a little bit since I’m responsible for part of the research and writing of some of the articles you’re reading on BestForMyFeet.com. I hope you’ll find our content helpful and enjoyable! See you around, thanks for reading!

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3% vs 6% Hydrogen Peroxide For Athlete Foot Fungus (Which One Works?)

Why Wedge Sole Work Boots? (What Are They Good For?)

If you’ve been looking to buy a new pair of work boots lately, you’ve probably seen a lot of wedged sole work boots options out there.

Now if you don’t know what a wedge sole means or what is it referring to when you say a boot has a wedged sole it simply means that the outsole of the boot is completely flat.

So from the front of the boot to the heel area, the surface is completely flat. It doesn’t have heels. It comes with some tiny lugs for anti-slippery purposes but no heels.

What’s the purpose of having a wedge sole in a boot?

The purpose of the wedge sole in a work boot is to provide workers with more comfortable footwear.

Not having heels, your feet will have a larger contact surface area with the ground which allows for better impact absorption.

Why this is a good thing? Because this helps avoid knee and back problems that might be associated with the type of footwear you’re wearing for work.

What is a wedge sole good for?

A wedge sole work boot is great for people working on flat, hard surfaces all day. So if you’re a warehouse worker or a mechanic then these are the type of work boots you should go for.

Your feet and legs will feel less fatigued at the end of your shift compare to wearing heeled work boots.

Don’t buy these types of work boots if you work outdoors a lot as in hiking, landscaping, etc. That’s because the chances of slipping off in mud or soft ground increase considerably due to the lack of a heel and deeper lugs.

Are wedge soles more comfortable?

Usually, they are more comfortable than heeled work boots since they are a bit lighter and provide more support and stability while you’re on your feet all day at work.

Why are wedge soles white?

It’s just a design characteristic. Not all wedge sole boots are white though. Some wedge soles are black or beige. Check out the table I’ve created below with some examples.

What the wedge sole is made of?

You’ll find different options out there but based on what I find out when I cut my work boots in half this is what wedge soles are made of:

• Rubber
• EVA
• PU ( Polyurethane)

Example of wedge sole work boots

1. Avenger FSI

• Slip on work boots
• Waterproof
• Composite toe

Read my full review

See In-Store

2. Thorogood

• 6″ Lace-up
• Leather lining
• Steel toe cap

Read my full review

See In-Store

3. Timberland PRO

• 6. Lace-up
• Fabric lining
• Soft toe box

See In-Store

4. Georgia

• 10″ Pull-On Boots
• Waterproof
• Soft toe cap

See In-Store

5. KEEN

• 6″ Lace-up
• Waterproof
• Alloy toe cap

See In-Store

Pros and cons of wedged sole work boots

The pros as clear:

• Better shock absorption leaving you with less fatigued legs and feet
• More contact with the ground which will put less stress on your knees and back
• Great for hard concrete surfaces
• Good looking boots
• Track less dirt due to their low profile lugs

As with everything in life, there are some cons too for the wedge soles and these are:

• They provide less traction so you can slip and fall easier wearing these boots, especially outdoors
• The wedge soles are not as tough as regular rubber-heeled sole work boots. This means they’ll wear out faster than other soles. You might have to resole them or buy a new pair.

Last notes on wedge sole work boots

All in all, wedge sole boots are meant to be more comfortable in some environments. Many people think a boot is a boot but you’d be wrong to think like this.

I know many people that use to work outdoors a lot, but later on, they made the transition to work mostly indoors.

And they would wear the same pair of work boots indoors not knowing that those boots will make their heels, knees, or back hurt.

So get yourself a pair of wedge sole work boots if you work indoors and even outdoors but mostly on hard, dry surfaces. You’ll thank me later!

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Victor Adrian – Editor And Webmaster

Construction Professional, driver, crane operator, cleaner, head chef … these are just some of the jobs I did in the past. Working in all these different environments taught me that having good footwear to protect your feet from different dangers at work IS PARAMOUNT for any worker! On this website, I aim to share all my knowledge and personal experience in dealing with different footwear and foot care issues, and hopefully, you can get something out of it. Enjoy!

Jessica Flynn – Writer And Researcher

Love technology, going to the beach, taking care of my body, and writing (amongst other things). You’ll see my face around here a little bit since I’m responsible for part of the research and writing of some of the articles you’re reading on BestForMyFeet.com. I hope you’ll find our content helpful and enjoyable! See you around, thanks for reading!

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3% Versus 6% Hydrogen Peroxide Against Athlete’s Foot Infection (What’s Best?)

In my last video and blog post, I tested the 3% hydrogen peroxide solution to try and get rid of my Athlete foot infection.

Since I didn’t get the results I was hoping for I thought that the 3% hydrogen peroxide wasn’t strong enough to deal with my Athlete’s foot fungus.

So I decided to step it up and try something a bit stronger to see if that works best.

Now before you read further into my own experience using hydrogen peroxide as a home remedy against Athlete’s foot let me remind you that I did this test at my own risk and I’m perfectly fine with that. If you’re not sure or if you don’t know the risks, then it’s best to talk to your podiatrist first.

I don’t want to keep you here for 5 hours only to tell you that hydrogen peroxide didn’t kill the Athlete’s foot fungus on my feet. So there you have it. Neither 3% nor 6% hydrogen peroxide solution worked to get rid of my Athlete’s foot infection.

So based on this test, I have to say that our podiatrist Dr. Bruce Springer PMD, one of the experts from our collaborator’s panel, was right about this when he said:

Podiatrist Note

Some people think hydrogen peroxide can be beneficial for many purposes, however, it is not effective against fungus.

Dr. Bruce Pinker – Podiatrist & Foot Surgeon

Are there any differences between the two?

Yes, the 3% and 6% hydrogen peroxide solutions are two different products intended for different things. Whatever you do, do not swell any of these solutions!

3% hydrogen peroxide (10 volumes)

The 3% hydrogen peroxide is also known as food-grade hydrogen peroxide or household hydrogen peroxide.

As you may imply from those names, food grade H2O2 and household H2O2, the 3% hydrogen peroxide is a safe product to use at home. Of course, as with any chemical, you have to know what you’re doing and be careful when using it.

I’ve used it to try and get rid of Athlete’s foot but you can use it for sanitizing your kitchen countertop, the fridge, tables, desks, and other surfaces.

I also use it to sanitize the shower plate, especially now that I’m having Athlete’s foot.

As you might know, Athlete’s foot is contagious, so I don’t want to pass it on to everybody in my household.

That’s why using 3% hydrogen peroxide to sanitize the shower plate and other parts of the bathroom. It’s a good habit because it’s going to avoid the spread of this fungus to the other members of the family.

6% hydrogen peroxide (20 volumes)

The 6% hydrogen peroxide solution is also known as a hair bleaching hydrogen solution. That’s what my wife used to bleach her hair on a few occasions.

It’s a stronger solution than the 3% hydrogen peroxide solution therefore you will need to be a bit careful when you’re using it as it may cause some burns and irritation to the skin just like it happened with me here.

This happened to me only when I used the 6% hydrogen peroxide solution but not when I used the 3% hydrogen peroxide. I mean, it makes sense, after all, it’s a stronger solution.

So if you want to avoid this happening to your skin I strongly recommend you to use some gloves when you’re handling the 6% hydrogen peroxide.

On the first day, I didn’t use gloves since I wasn’t aware of this but after that, I’ve used gloves every time I wanted to use 6% hydrogen peroxide on my feet.

So the main difference to keep in mind between the 3% and the 6% hydrogen peroxide is that it’s the 6% H2O2 is a stronger solution so you need to be more careful when you’re using it.

How I’ve used 6% hydrogen peroxide to try and kill the Athlete’s foot fungus?

Just as I did with the 3% solution, I’ve used a container in which I’ve put my feet in. So you’ll need a bucket or a container of some kind in order to do this.

Step 1: Test

My first step was to test the hydrogen peroxide on a small part of my feet. After all, I never used this product before and I don’t know how it will react.

So before I went ahead and did a full hydrogen peroxide foot soak I simply spray a tiny bit of the solution on my toes and waited for a few minutes.

At this point in time, I wasn’t aware my hands will become all white from using the 6% hydrogen peroxide without gloves.

It was fine to spray it on my feet since the skin is already damaged. There’s a lot of dead skin on my feet but on my healthy skin as in my hands, I should’ve used a pair of gloves.

Not a big problem though. If this happens to you, remain calm and go straight to the toilet and wash your hands with lukewarm water and soap for a few minutes.

It won’t go away straight away so don’t panic. It will go away by the next day. If it doesn’t go away you should talk to your doctor.

Step 2: Apply

When I was testing the hydrogen peroxide, I was looking for rashes, itchiness, and skin irritation.

After about 7 minutes I couldn’t see any problems or side effects that are commonly known so I decided that it is safe to use and that now I can do a full hydrogen peroxide foot soak.

I poured as much 6% hydrogen peroxide as to cover my toes completely.

How long did I keep my feet soaked?

On the first day, I kept my feet soaked for about 20 minutes. I thought that was enough and also I could not see any bubbles around my toes which made me think the hydrogen peroxide stopped working.

The next few days I did one more hydrogen peroxide foot soak and then I stopped and change the way I was applying the solution to my feet.

I think that spraying the hydrogen peroxide is more productive than having a foot soak.

That’s simply because I can see the product reacting when getting in touch with my skin. I can see a ton of bubbles whereas soaking my feet in hydrogen peroxide seems to be less effective.

So the first couple of days I soaked my feet in the solution for about 20 minutes and after that, for the next 5 days, I sprayed the solution instead.

Just to be clear I didn’t spray once and call it a day. I spray the solution and waited for the bubble and the fuzziness to fade away and then I sprayed it again. About 5 to 7 times to be more specific.

In conclusion, which H2O2 solution works for Athlete’s Foot Fungus?

As you’ve seen from my experience, none. I still have the Athlete’s fungus on my feet, especially in between the toes. It’s not as itchy as it use to be and the feet don’t stink as they use to be either. Nevertheless, the fungus is still present.

So in both cases, using 3% and 6% hydrogen peroxide on my feet helped clean my feet on a deeper level compared to simply having a shower but it didn’t work against Athlete’s foot.

I don’t know if the products were not good enough (as some people might suggest) or this product really isn’t good for Athlete’s foot.

The next step for me in this fight against Athlete’s foot infection is to try some creams and see if that work better.

Will keep you posted. Please let me know if you have any questions. Also, remember that this is MY OWN experience and I knew what I was doing. If you want to try this but you’re not sure, have a chat with your doctor first.

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Victor Adrian – Editor And Webmaster

Construction Professional, driver, crane operator, cleaner, head chef … these are just some of the jobs I did in the past. Working in all these different environments taught me that having good footwear to protect your feet from different dangers at work IS PARAMOUNT for any worker! On this website, I aim to share all my knowledge and personal experience in dealing with different footwear and foot care issues, and hopefully, you can get something out of it. Enjoy!

Jessica Flynn – Writer And Researcher

Love technology, going to the beach, taking care of my body, and writing (amongst other things). You’ll see my face around here a little bit since I’m responsible for part of the research and writing of some of the articles you’re reading on BestForMyFeet.com. I hope you’ll find our content helpful and enjoyable! See you around, thanks for reading!

Podiatrists from our experts’ panel

Dr. Bruce Pinker – Podiatrist & Foot Surgeon

I am a board-certified podiatrist and foot surgeon based in New York. When not treating patients I enjoy exercising regularly by cycling 30-40 miles/week and lifting weights, writing music and playing the piano/synthesizer, and spending quality time with my family.  My approach to medicine includes offering many different treatment options to my patients so they can choose the one that is best for them. I enjoy helping out the guys here at BestForMyFeet.com answering questions related to foot problems. If you have concerns with your feet, feel free to schedule a consultation with me at ProgressiveFootCareNY.com and I will be happy to address your concerns.

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Why Moc Toe Work Boots? (What’s The Point Of A Moc Toe?)

If you’re new to work boots I’m sure you have a lot of questions that need to be answered. And since you’re here, you probably look at some moc toe work boots and want to know what’s the deal with these types of work boots.

Well, in a nutshell, there is no functional difference between a moc toe and a round-toe work boot or any other toe cap style for that matter. It’s simply a different style of work boot.

What’s the point of a moc toe in a work boot?

The point of a moc toe in a pair of work boots it’s more of a design characteristic rather then considering it a functional feature. For example let’s say you have to decide between a pair of soft toe box work boots versus a pair of composite toe box work boots.

The difference between these two is that the composite toe cap will prevent damage to your feet if something heavy fall or roll over your toes whereas the soft to cap won’t. So one can be used on dangerous work environments while the other can’t.

When it comes to choosing a work boot with a moc toe vs a round toe cap work boot for example … it will no make no difference which one you’ll choose.

It’s more of a personal choice that has to do with one’s preference.

Is a moc toe better than other toe box styles?

Not really. As I said above, choosing a moc toe style boot vs a square toe boot or any other toe cap style available in work boots mostly depends on your own style and preference.

Are moc toe work boots in style?

Well, you probably already know how fashion and style work. It changes all the time. So what might be trendy this year, might not be trendy the next year.

Also, the moc toe it’s something regional. Depending on where you’re from you might see a lot of people in your day-to-day wearing moc toe work boots or totally the opposite.

Personally, I like how the moc toe work boots look both in a construction environment and in an office setup as well when you wear them with a pair of jeans or chinos.

They look very stylish in my opinion.

Examples of moc toe work boots

1. Thorogood

• Soft toe & Safety toe
• Wedge sole
• Goodyear welt

See In-Store

2. Red Wing

• Soft toe cap
• Wedge sole
• Norwegian welt

See In-Store

3. KEEN

• Composite toe
• Wedge sole
• Goodyear welt

See In-Store

4. Irish Setter

• Steel toe cap
• Wedge sole
• Goodyear welt

See In-Store

5. Timberland PRO

• Soft toe cap
• Wedge sole
• Goodyear welted

See In-Store

6. Golden Fox

• Soft toe cap
• Wedge sole
• Goodyear welted

See In-Store

7. Wolverine

• Soft toe cap
• Wedge sole
• Goodyear welted

See In-Store

8. Carhartt

• Steel toe cap
• Wedge sole
• Goodyear welted

See In-Store

9. RockRooster

• Soft & Safety toe cap
• Wedge sole
• Goodyear welted

See In-Store

Last notes on why moc toe work boots

Some people love moc toe work boots and some dislike this style of boots.

Also, keep in mind that the moc toe is simply a design, a style of boot, and not a feature.

Personally, I’ve had a few pairs of moc toe work boots over the years, and depending on what type of pants I’m wearing them with, they will look great on me or they’ll make me look like a clown.

Some people I’ve talked to told me they’ve never seen someone wearing moc toe work boots at their workplace. So wearing moc toe work boots might be a regional thing too.

I’m based in London, UK and I was the only dude (out of almost 200 people working on my site) with a pair of moc toe work boots. That’s the case with many parts of the US as well.

All in all, if you’re after a new pair of work boots and you’re not sure if you should go for a moc toe work boot or not, I’d say go for it. There’s no reason why you shouldn’t get a pair of these boots unless you don’t like this style of boots.

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Victor Adrian – Editor And Webmaster

Construction Professional, driver, crane operator, cleaner, head chef … these are just some of the jobs I did in the past. Working in all these different environments taught me that having good footwear to protect your feet from different dangers at work IS PARAMOUNT for any worker! On this website, I aim to share all my knowledge and personal experience in dealing with different footwear and foot care issues, and hopefully, you can get something out of it. Enjoy!

Jessica Flynn – Writer And Researcher

Love technology, going to the beach, taking care of my body, and writing (amongst other things). You’ll see my face around here a little bit since I’m responsible for part of the research and writing of some of the articles you’re reading on BestForMyFeet.com. I hope you’ll find our content helpful and enjoyable! See you around, thanks for reading!

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Are Wool Socks Good To Wear With Work Boots? (My Experience)

Yes, a good quality pair of wool socks will make a huge difference when you’re working 10-12 hours in your work boots.

Below we’ll talk more about when and why is good to wear wool socks with work boots so keep reading to find out more.

First of all, are wool socks itchy, or not?

For many, many years I thought wool socks are itchy and uncomfortable. Back where I’m from, a cold little corner in Eastern Europe, we used to knit a lot of wool clothing items ourselves.

First, that saved us some money, and also our moms would keep us busy inside the house where it was nice and warm, especially in wintertime. But if there’s something from those days that remained vivid in my memory till today is how itchy the socks, the jerseys, or the beanies use to be.

Little did I know that the wool socks you find today on the market are not itchy at all. At least the ones I bought on Amazon, were super nice, and soft, and didn’t make me itchy or irritated my skin at all.

Fair enough, these socks are not 100% wool. My Danish Endurance wool socks are made with

• 30% Merino wool
• 36% Nylon
• 33% Acrylic
• 1% Elastane

The reason Merino wool socks for example are not irritating your skin is that the wool used to make these socks is of high quality. Virgin wool for example is thick and comes with dense fibers which is what creates the itchiness when it comes in contact with our kin.

Merino wool on the other hand has thinner and softer fibers than other types of wool which is what makes it gentle and comfortable. So if you want wool socks for your work boots, make sure you buy Merino wool socks, NOT JUST ANY WOOL SOCKS!

Benefits of wearing wool socks with work boots

I’ve asked around what people think about wool socks and here are just a few of the benefits of wearing wools socks with your work boots:

1. It keeps your feet warm on the cold days

Of course, this is not a surprise, right? As a kid, I use to go out and play hockey on the frozen river in my town and guess what I was wearing on my feet?! Exactly! Wool socks and winter boots.

Now that I’m older I’m doing the same but I’ve swapped hockey with work. I know, it was a bad move but hey, life!

So if you work in cold temperatures, you might want to get a pair of insulated work boots for winter but if you don’t have the budget, you can go for a good pair of wool socks. They’ll keep your feet warm!

2. Keep exterior moisture away from your feet

I don’t know what industry you’re working in, but in my industry (construction) I get my boots wet almost every day. Whether that’s because it’s raining or we’re working with wet concrete or using the jet wash…my boots get wet. By the way here’s how I waterproof my work boots if you want to learn how to do that too.

Anyway, even though the majority of work boots I buy are waterproof, the moisture is there. The boots will stay wet and humid on the outside the whole day.

And even though water doesn’t get into my boots, moisture will. And that’s when a pair of good wool socks come in handy because it helps keep the exterior moisture away from my feet.

3. Keep sweat away from your feet

I sweat quite a bit in my work boots. I don’t know if that’s your case as well but if you’re like me and you’re in your work boots 10-12 hours a day…you will sweat no matter what.

Sweating is a problem because it creates humidity inside the boots and then the next thing you know your work boots will stink of cat piss. Yeah, you know what I’m talking about.

Not only that but then if you’re not careful, bacteria and fungus build up in your boots and that’s how you developed Athlete’s foot.

A good quality pair of wool socks will help absorb the moisture from your sweat and wick it away leaving you with dry, healthy feet. Also wool takes longer than nylon and other materials to become stinky.

I’ve had some cheap synthetic socks I’ve used for years and they would get stinky before my first break. That’s how bad pure synthetic socks are.

4. Extra comfort

They really feel comfortable. Maybe it’s the design of the socks I buy which seem to be quite high in quality. They come with extra cushioning in the heel area and also under the forefoot.

Also, they don’t move up and down your feet with each step you take. That’s so annoying. I’ve had socks that I had to pull up every 10 steps. They were sliding down all the time. Not with wool socks. At least not in my experience.

Are they good to wear all year round?

Yes, just as I said above, wool socks can be used with work boots in winter as well as in summer.

I know it sounds counter-intuitive but trust me on this one. Your wool socks will keep your feet warm in the cold season and will keep them fresh on hot summer days.

Talking about hot weather… in addition to the wool socks, it’s a good idea to get a pair of summer work boots too if the budget allows it. This should keep your feet fresh and stink-free.

Last notes on wearing wools socks with work boots

I’ve always heard people talking about wool socks in forums in my industry but I never thought I should buy some for myself because I thought they were itchy therefore really uncomfortable.

That’s until I decided to buy a few pairs in order to test them out and share my experience with you here. Now I only buy wool socks to wear with my safety work boots.

So don’t be like me and avoid buying them for years. Go ahead and buy some Merino wool socks and you won’t regret it. I can’t recommend them enough for work.

Please share with me your experience or opinion of wearing wool socks in the comments section below!

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Victor Adrian – Editor And Webmaster

Construction Professional, driver, crane operator, cleaner, head chef … these are just some of the jobs I did in the past. Working in all these different environments taught me that having good footwear to protect your feet from different dangers at work IS PARAMOUNT for any worker! On this website, I aim to share all my knowledge and personal experience in dealing with different footwear and foot care issues, and hopefully, you can get something out of it. Enjoy!

Jessica Flynn – Writer And Researcher

Love technology, going to the beach, taking care of my body, and writing (amongst other things). You’ll see my face around here a little bit since I’m responsible for part of the research and writing of some of the articles you’re reading on BestForMyFeet.com. I hope you’ll find our content helpful and enjoyable! See you around, thanks for reading!

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Does Costco Sell Work Boots? (Online or In-store?)

Although Costco is one of the biggest wholesale stores in the world (at the time I’m writing this blog post) Costco does not sell work boots in-store or online. At least not safety work boots anyway.

I’ve seen some people buying boots at Costco though. For example, John here, from The Pro Cut, bought a pair of Khombu boots and he used those boots for this day job cutting grass (amongst other things).

These Khombu boots that he bought are more like hiking boots really but if you don’t need a safety toe cap like a steel toe cap or a composite toe cap for your job, then these might do the trick.

You will find other types of boots as well such as winter boots, and Wellington boots, but based on what I know from talking to people who shop a lot at Costco, you will not find real work boots with safety and comfort features selling at Costco.

Another store that doesn’t sell work boots is Menards. I just thought I should mention this to save you some time.

If you want to buy cheap work boots you can find many choices either on Amazon or go to your local hardware store

Also, if you’re not in a rush to buy a pair of work boots, keep an eye on this Facebook page (Costco Deals Online) as they share Costco deals that you can find on the online store.

So you might be able to get something nice and cheap every now and then like these Caterpillar work boots they were selling a while ago.

I hope this helps. Let me know in the comments below if you did find work boots are your local Costco store. It might be location-dependent.

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Victor Adrian – Editor And Webmaster

Construction Professional, driver, crane operator, cleaner, head chef … these are just some of the jobs I did in the past. Working in all these different environments taught me that having good footwear to protect your feet from different dangers at work IS PARAMOUNT for any worker! On this website, I aim to share all my knowledge and personal experience in dealing with different footwear and foot care issues, and hopefully, you can get something out of it. Enjoy!

Jessica Flynn – Writer And Researcher

Love technology, going to the beach, taking care of my body, and writing (amongst other things). You’ll see my face around here a little bit since I’m responsible for part of the research and writing of some of the articles you’re reading on BestForMyFeet.com. I hope you’ll find our content helpful and enjoyable! See you around, thanks for reading!

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What are Wellington boots? (And what they’re used for?)

Have you ever wondered what Wellington boots are and what they’re used for? Well, today we’re gonna try to enlighten you.

At BestForMyFeet.com we’re very lucky to have writers from all nationalities. I happen to be from the UK.

Here in rainy Britain, these are Wellington boots. We call them wellies. After reaching out, many US citizens have come back to me with a wide range of variations of what they call them.

• Rain boots
• Dairy boots
• Muck boots, or just mucks
• Rubber boots, or just rubbers
• Mudding boots
• Pig boots in the Midwest
• Galoshes
• Waders
• High top boots

And a lady from Minnesota made me chuckle by telling me they also call them wellies because they like to pretend they’re British.

These are always made of rubber, and very occasionally have fabric down the sides.

In the US, however, this kind of style is more known as Wellington boots. Here in the UK, we call them rigger boots or just riggers.

They generally have a purely leather upper, but sometimes rubber, and also a combination of both. And they’ll likely be insulated.

So basically Wellington boots are lace-less boots that can be used for work, for DIYing, or simply going out with your dog in the park. These boots are made of rubber and leather and they’re mostly used when the weather conditions are not the best as in rainy, snowy, muddy, etc.

What are they used for?

The main objective of both styles of these boots is to keep water, chemicals, and dirt out and away from your feet.

As you probably know, the weather in the UK can be very dreary. We get a lot of rain. Almost 38” a year, which averages to 133 days of rain and snow.

Thank goodness for the good old Duke of Wellington, who made wellies popular way back in the day. They were named the Wellington boot in 1917.

He didn’t invent them though. No, late in the 18th century, British army officers wore tall, soft boots called Hessians, that were made from calfskin.

It was around this time of popularisation that farmers adopted the rubber style welly boot.

Before, they could only work outside for a certain amount of time because of the wet and cold, which over time wasn’t healthy for the feet.

Wearing wellies meant they could stay out working longer. This carried through to the present day. They are still farmers’ staple footwear, not only for the waterproof qualities, but for the durability, and deep sole lugs for good grip.

With this in mind, there are many occupations that use the welly boot. Pouring concrete for example is one of them.

Concrete pouring

As you can see from the pictures, to pour a slab you have to walk in the concrete to spread it and get the levels right.

This needs footwear that won’t allow any liquid in. But there are other requirements. The boots need to be chemical resistant, so as to not corrode due to the chemicals in the cement.

They need to be easily washable, which is why the Neoprene is useful. Steel inner soles are recommended. Let’s use the slab concreting as an example.

The slabs will mostly have steel reinforcing in them, which when cut, can often have sharp ends. Also, these steels are tied with steel wire that can also have sharp ends. You don’t want these penetrating the outsoles and damaging your feet.

Now, the US-style Wellington work boots, or rigger boots as they’re called in the UK, are more of an all-around boot. This makes them more expensive than the rubber welly boot.

They are more comfortable, more flexible, and usually have more safety features. There are different styles of these.

Used on oil rigs and for firefighting

These were originally designed for people working on off-shore oil rigs. Hence the name ‘riggers’. This is partly because they’re unlaced and quite lose fitting, so can easily be put on or taken off in an emergency.

On the rigs, the same as with firefighters, while resting they might get an alarm call, so they would have to get their kit on very quickly. The boots would need to be easy to put on to rush out.

In the same breath, they work where they could fall into deep waters. Heavy laced boots would be a burden, weighing the workers down, and risking drowning. Hence, why they’d need to whip them off quickly.

The other reason they are used on the rigs is that they are hard-wearing, which is why people also like to use them on construction sites. However, some sites might prohibit them.

Although most of these work boots have all the protective requirements, like toe protection, waterproofing, electrical hazard resistance, oil-and-chemical resistance, etc, they’re not tight fitting, which means they don’t offer great ankle support.

I’ve turned my ankle over a couple of times wearing these. It’s not pleasant.

These are good boots to use in winter conditions because of the waterproofing, and they usually have insulation to keep your feet warm. The waterproof membrane along with the loose open top allows for breathability so that the feet don’t get too hot.

I’ve mentioned that these are worn by people like oil riggers and firefighters, who need to get them on and off quickly, but they’re useful for other purposes as well.

Excavations and utility workers

They’re good for utility workers that work in trenches with the main utilities: water, high voltage cables, and gas pipes.

The trenches sometimes fill with water, especially with burst water mains, which means feet need to be kept dry.

They also need to be protected from electrical charges, so electrical hazard resistance meeting ASTM standards is imperative.

Last notes on this introduction to Wellington boots

There are two different types of Wellington boots depending on where you’re from:

1. The mostly taller ones that are made purely of rubber
2. The lower ones that are sometimes insulated, and are designed more for all-round purposes.

People who need to respond to emergencies quickly use them because they’re quick and easy to get on and off.

Other people are using them because they keep their feet dry when working with wet concrete, doing gardening or landscaping, etc.

Generally for winter wear, because they can be bigger and heavier than standard boots, and likely to have insulation.

Construction workers sometimes use them because they’re durable but on some construction sites, these boots are not considered safe to wear because they don’t provide any ankle support.

Therefore you might not be allowed to work on a particular site wearing a pair of Wellington boots. But these boots are generally good for:

• Rapid response workers
• People who need to keep their feet dry
• Generally better for colder seasons
• Good for construction and utility workers
• Excellent for farmers

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Hey, Jimmy here. I’m one of the researchers and writers here at BestForMyFeet.com.  I’ve been wearing work boots all my life working as a forklift driver, landscaper, groundworker, and now as a tower crane operator so I know a few things about footwear and footcare in general. I’m also working on my first novel. So writing IS my passion. When I’m not writing I love to spend time with my wife, two children, and furball.

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