care instructions

pediped™ footwear is designed to be comfortable and stylish and is made of the highest quality materials. Parents can feel confident that pediped™ footwear are great for their child’s developing feet. Both pediped Originals™ and pediped Flex™ are recognized by the American Podiatric Medical Association for promoting healthy foot development.

Below are suggested care instructions for your pediped™ footwear. Please keep in mind these are mere suggestions, each child will wear pediped™ shoes differently and in different situations calling for a parents judgment for the most appropriate care and protection for the shoes. In rare instances it may best to consult a professional dry cleaner. 

Top Grain Leather: The highest quality eco‐leather

To clean - Simply wipe clean with mild soap and water. Baby wipes of any kind will also work. Polishing will help prolong the life and eliminate unwanted marks.

To protect – Polishing will help prolong their life and may remove unwanted marks, such as scuffs and scrapes.

Nubuck: The highest quality eco‐leather that has been shaved to be smoother than suede.

To clean ‐ Due to the soft, velvety nature of nubuck, marks or color transfers may occur.   Fortunately, if marks or color transfers do occur, they are easily removed with a suede or nubuck eraser.  Simply rub the eraser back and forth over the discolored area until the marks disappear.  Suede or nubuck erasers are available at  shoe stores, mass merchandisers and pharmacies.  They are also available online at  http://www.kiwicare.com/US/Products/SuedeNubuck (“Suede and Nubuck Care Kit”).

To protect – Spray your NEW shoes with a non‐toxic waterproof protectant. This simple spray‐on process will extend the life of your shoes and make it easier to clean.

Fabric: Variety of textiles in many different patterns & colors.

To clean ‐ Rub gently with a damp cloth and mild soap, then allow to air dry.

To protect – Spray your NEW shoes with a non‐toxic waterproof protectant. This simple spray‐on process will extend the life of your shoes and make it easier to clean later.