Looking After Your Hunter Wellies

The Hunter Boot company has mastered the design of rubber wellingtons for more than a century.  New fabrics go through rigorous processes of testing to ensure the Welly will perform at the highiest levels and prove incredibly durable.  Durability is an important issue to consider, since most Hunter Wellington boots will be worked hard by their wearer and it is essential that they will last. 

Hunter boots come with a 12month warranty against manufacturing faults, so remember to give your Wellies some TLC!

Firstly, only store your Hunter Wellies in a cool, dry, dark place. Avoid storage near sources of artificial heat or direct sunlight. Heat and sunlight can damage the life span of rubber causing the material to dry and crack. Do not store damp, folded or creased this too can cause cracking if not a tear in your Wellingtons.

Cleaning your Wellingtons just wipe with damp cloth only using lukewarm soapy water, never use solvents! Dry with a soft cloth. Using the Hunter UV Tech Cleaner will help preserve their flexibility and colour. If you own a set of the Balmoral Sovereigns make sure the teeth on the zipper are kept clean and free from dirt.

In hot or humid weather, white marks may appear on your boots; this is not a defect but a release of a protective was known as "blooming". Every Hunter Wellington boot is made from 100% natural ingredients and small amounts of wax are included in the rubber compound during vulcanization process used to create wellies. When Wellies are exposed to certain environmental factor this wax can "bloom" to the surface and appear as white or blue marks.

If this does happen, wipe your wellingtons with a warm damp cloth and use the Hunter UV Tech. This is the most effective method of removing such marks.

There is a greater risk of slipping with increased sole wear. Exposures to solvents, oils and animal fats can also swell the rubber and increase of slipping. Hunter boots also contain natural rubber latex which, which some people may be allergic too.

Following these simple steps will help prolong the life of your Hunter Wellies.