Key Features Info - Footwear
Below you will notice these icons across our range of footwear product pages, the help guide below gives you a idea on what each feature means on our footwear range.
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What is a 3 in 1 fitting system? The Sandpiper 3 in 1 fitting system is found in many of our Sandpiper extra wide shoes and boots. Footwear with the 3 in 1 fitting system feature two removable insoles, giving three fitting options for each foot. Wear with both insoles for maximum cushioning, remove the mid-insole to give extra room or remove both insoles for use with your own orthotics or for bandaged feet. When you first receive your new Sandpiper 3 in 1 footwear we would recommend you remove both of the removable insoles before trying them on. If your footwear is too wide after your initial try, replace the topmost insole and then the mid-insole testing the fit each time until the correct fit is reached. Once the fit is correct on one foot, do the same procedure with your other foot. Many people have two feet of slightly different sizes so do not assume both must be the same. Replacement 3 in 1 insole sets are available to purchase from sandpipershoes.com |
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What is a 2 in 1 or dual fitting system? The Sandpiper 2 in 1 fitting system is found in many of our Sandpiper extra wide slippers and lightweight shoes. Footwear with the 2 in 1 fitting system feature one removable insole, giving two fitting options for each foot. When you first receive your new Sandpiper 2 in 1 footwear we would recommend you remove the removable insole before trying them on. If your footwear is too wide after your initial try, replace the insole and test the fit again. Once the fit is correct on one foot, do the same procedure with your other foot. Many people have two feet of slightly different sizes so do not assume both must be the same. |
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What is the Elastane stretch feature? Certain shoes and slippers have the Elastane stretch feature. Styles with this feature have the entire seam-free forepart of the shoe or slipper made from super stretchy elastane allowing the to stretch both upwards and outwards. This makes them accommodating for extreme bunions or hammertoes, whilst being excellent for diabetics. |
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What is touch fastening? Velcro touch fastening straps offer almost infinite adjustment possibilities across their range. Look out for styles with extra long touch fastening straps for additional adjustment for those with swollen feet and ankles. |
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What is a lace-up fastening? A lace-up fastening is the traditional method of fastening shoes using shoe laces. Lace-up shoes offer precise adjustment across the top of the foot and can be loosened or tightened as necessary if you feet change shape throughout the day. |
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What is a removable, washable insole? Many of our wide and extra wide ladies shoes and sandals include a removable, washable insole for hygiene. The anatomical insole can be removed and washed at a maximum of 30 degrees Celcius to keep your footwear looking and smelling fresh. Please allow insole to dry naturally. Replacement washable insoles for our Ultra Wide Ladies 6E sandals range are available to purchase. |
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What is Sandpiper Sanitisation? Sandpiper sanitisation is found on the lining of many of our slippers. It is unique sanitised protection against micro-organisms that prevents bacterial and fungal growth. Built-in antimicrobial protection Microbes are an everyday problem - bacteria, mould, fungi and yeasts are found everywhere in nature. They flourish wherever moisture and suitable temperatures prevail. Textiles are constantly exposed to the influence of microbes and can show signs of mould, unpleasant odour, mildew, discolouration, material destruction and loss of functional properties. Sanitisation The multiplication of microbes may be significantly reduced by means of an antimicrobial treatment to the material. The impregnation of the material with a combination of different environmentally friendly agents will prevent microbes from absorbing nutrients from their surroundings and effectively inhibits the multiplication of bacteria and fungi. |
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The soles of my shoes need to be especially adapted. Which styles can I choose? The following Sandpiper extra wide 4E-6E styles have soles that are suitable for adaptation by your local orthotics or podiatry department:
The following Suave by Sandpiper wide EE fitting styles have soles that are suitable for adaptation by your local orthotics or podiatry department:
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