Why do leather boots crack?Updated a year ago

Leather boots are known for their resilience. When treated properly, they will last for years so what causes this strong material to crack apart?

There are two reasons why your boots begin to crack. First, dirt can be built up in the pores. Eventually, this will split them apart. Secondly, the boots could be dry. As the boot dries out, the leather contracts, causing cracking.

Taking a more in-depth look at why boots are cracking, the issue stems from the texture of leather. Running your fingers along the boots, you will notice that it isn’t a consistent texture. There are some small bumps. This is because genuine leather is made from animal skin. To breathe, animals need pores in their skin. This allows them to sweat and excrete oils. However, when this skin is converted into a boot, dirt and dust can get trapped in the porous surface. Over time, this can cause the boot to get discolored. It can also start to cause cracking. Another potential reason why your boots are cracking is that they are being stored in a low-humidity environment. As the boots dry out, they will contact. When this happens, it can start to crack. The longer it is in this environment, the worse the cracking will become.