Textile & microfibers

This term applies to the following products in the Tana
assortment :

STRETCH

Alternative material names:
Elastic, nylon, micro-fiber

Shoe material symbol:     or 
Features:

• Elastic
• Not very shiny

Properties:

• Manufactured from nylon, PVS, PU, PA, PE or a combination of these materials

Care:

• Stretch shoes attract dirt and dust fairly easily; clean them regularly to restore their original colour and appearance
• As water can penetrate these materials with ease they should be water-proofed before wearing them for the first time.

Tips:
Only use shoe care products which are specifically produced for such stretch materials. Treatment with normal or conventional products can damage the stretch  material so that it loses its elasticity or can cause stains.

TEXTILE

Alternative material names:

• Natural textile: canvas, cotton, satin
• Synthetic textile: PE, PA, cellulose, viscose

Shoe material symbol:

Features:

• Little gloss
• Woven fabric structure

Properties:

• Natural and synthetic materials

Care:

• Textile shoes also attract dust and dirt very quickly; clean them to restore their original appearance
• Water and dirt penetrate the textile very easily; it is important to water-proof new shoes before wearing

Tip:
Never wash textile shoes in the washing machine, the shoes could become damaged.