{"id":6986,"date":"2021-02-16T16:40:06","date_gmt":"2021-02-17T00:40:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/helpshoe.com\/?p=6986"},"modified":"2024-01-03T14:32:34","modified_gmt":"2024-01-03T22:32:34","slug":"replacement-shoelace-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/helpshoe.com\/replacement-shoelace-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"Shoelace Aglet\/Tip Repair and Replacement [5 Methods in 5 Easy Steps]"},"content":{"rendered":"

(This article talks about using a lighter to help with some steps for shoelace aglet replacement. Always use safety procedures around lighters. The mention of the use of lighters is intended for adults only.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

I have had several shoelace tips break and fray. You end up with one nice-looking lace end and one that looks like an eyesore. There are several solutions I have tried and non of them have made the lace tips look perfect again. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

To replace or repair your shoelace tips you need to have new aglets (shoelace tips) or materials to make the shoelace end repairs. There are several ways to get them either looking new again or at least functions. You can use items at your home or shop for new aglets to replace your damaged shoelace tips.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are 5 common methods to repair your shoelace aglets:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Use glue and thread to create a stiff aglet-like shoelace end.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Use scotch tape to wrap your shoelace end.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Use glue to stiffen the end of the shoelace.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Use wax to stiffen the end of the shoelace<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Use a knot for style and to prevent the shoelace end from slipping through the eyelet.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    When I repaired my pair of shoelaces, I used clear tape to roll around the end of the shoelace. Then I cut off and extra material at the end. I was happy with the results because it almost looked normal again and it could go through the shoe eyelets easily.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Getting New Aglets \/ Shoelace Tips<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n
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    The plastic or metal ends of shoelaces are called aglets. “Aglets were originally made of metal, glass, or stone,[4]<\/a><\/sup> and many were very ornamental. Wealthy people in the Roman era would have their aglets made out of precious metals such as brass or silver.” (wikipedia.org<\/a>)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    If you have lost the plastic end of your shoelace you may want to replace it with a new one. Sometimes my shoelace tip starts to break apart and get damaged. My shoes look good but not my shoelace ends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    One of the easiest ways to get your shoe looking nice again is to replace the plastic tip or aglet on the end of the shoelace. There are various products you can use to replace them, but my personal favorite is heat shrink tubing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Almost all my shoes have clear aglets (shoelace tips). If I need to replace the clear tip I can use heat shrink tubing to get them looking nice again. You can find tubing that will fit most standard-size shoelaces and if you need various colors you might be able to find those as well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    General Steps to Replace Aglets \/ Shoelace Tips<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n
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    1. Remove the old aglet<\/strong>. They may be difficult to remove because they are usually attached to the shoelace fibers. A pair of needle-nose plyers or tweezers might help.\n