Our craftsmen have been installing toe plates on shoes since 1955. Trusted by generations of Australians and a host of designer brands, we take care of thousands of pairs of shoes each year. If you are looking for a shoe toe plates installed near you, then look no further — we service all of Australia with an easy online service.
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A team of experienced craftsmen will install toe plates on your shoes.
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Shoes toe plates are installed on the front of soles (usually wear-prone leather soles) to protect them where they otherwise tend to wear fastest. Otherwise known as ‘toe taps’, the plates are best installed on new soles immediately after purchase or a shoe resole, and can be installed in alongside rubber sole protectors.
The toe plates we use vary based on their composition and how they are installed.
Metal toe plates enhance the look of formal shoes, and they can be specially mounted to ensure they sit flush with the rest of the soles, thus making little to no noise while worn.
Rubber shoe taps are generally cheaper and quieter than metal toe plates (or at least, those that are not flush-mounted), but they lack the aesthetic appeal of metal toe plates and so are more often seen on shoes used for everyday, casual use or workwear.
We use brass Triumph toe plates made in Germany and steel Lulu toe plates made in France. We install toe plates using specially imported brass screws that do not rust or rot like steel screws so often do.
If you are looking for extra protection for a pair of new or lightly worn soles, then you might be interested in a pair of sole protectors.
Sole protectors are thin, hard-wearing rubber soles made to be installed over the main soles on shoes for significantly enhanced longevity and traction on otherwise slippery surfaces — without disturbing the original aesthetic of the shoes. These protective soles are generally recommended for shoes with main soles that are prone to wear (usually leather soles) and either brand new or not yet too heavily worn.
We also perform a variety of other specialist shoe repair services. If you do not see what you are looking for or you are not quite sure what your shoes need, learn more about our shoe repair services or select the ‘Soles’ option while completing our order form — you will then be able to describe and upload photos of your soles, which we will then review and recommend work for.
Here is some of the feedback we have received from customers whose shoes we have installed toe plates on.
First class customer experience. Shoes came back within two weeks looking like a brand new pair. Quick, responsive service via email and the advice was spot on. Would highly recommend to anyone needing first-rate work done on their boots!
Great service during COVID and the soles on my shoes look awesome. These guys are the business. Next pair coming soon for soles.
Great communication and ease of postage. Craftsmanship was exceptional on my boots.
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The leather soles on these Herring Chelsea boots were visibly worn after only one wear. To enhance both longevity and traction, we installed flush metal toe plates alongside rubber sole protectors.
These Berluti suede loafers were brand new, but the leather soles were unprotected and prone to accelerated wear and tear. We installed a pair of Triumph brass toe plates to protect the soles where they wear down the fastest.
These R.M. Williams Chincilla boots were fairly new and in great shape, but the leather soles remained prone to significant wear, particularly at the toes. We installed a pair of flush-mounted, brass Triumph toe plates.
Here is a list of recent shoe toe plate installation orders we have received from customers across Australia.
September 2024
Melbourne
Church's
Dress
Soles
New lether soles with Lulu toe plates.
September 2024
Sydney
Saint Laurent
Boots
Soles
Replace the full leather soles and either add rubber soles at the front or metal toe plates.
September 2024
Brisbane
Barker
Dress
Soles
New pair with leather soles I'd like to protect with steel toe plates.
September 2024
Melbourne
RM Williams
Boots
Soles
My rubber soles always wear quickly at the toes, so I'd like to add rubber shoe taps on this new pair.
September 2024
Sydney
John Lobb
Dress
Soles
I'm wanting to add protective soles with brass plates at the toes.
September 2024
Adelaide
Alden
Dress
Soles
The leather on the soles has been damaged. I'd like a full resole with leather soles and metallic toe taps.
It's all very quick and easy — promise!
The cost of installing a pair of toe plates on shoes varies depending on the type of plates involved and the method of installation. Installing rubber shoe taps can cost as little as $49, compared with up to $99 for steel or brass toe plates. Meanwhile, opting to install metal toe plates flush with rest of the soles, rather than over the top, adds $30 to the total cost.
Simply complete our order form to get a free diagnosis/quote based on your particular requirements.
The time it takes to complete a toe plate installation varies depending on the particular work required and the workload in the workshop when the shoes are received.
We are generally able to complete basic toe plate installations within 2-5 business days of receiving shoes at the workshop. This extends to 2-3 weeks for specialist toe plate installations.
If you will be using our free shipping service (rather than dropping off and picking up your shoes at the workshop), then you should also factor in shipping time via Australia Post. This varies depending on your location, but generally takes no more than a few business days if you're in a metropolitan area and otherwise up to 5 business days (if you're in a regional or remote area).
Once you submit your online order form, you'll be given a token that allows you to track everything online, throughout the process of getting your shoes soles repaired.
And whenever your shoes are in transit (whether on their way to our workshop via Australia Post or on the way back to you via courier), you'll have a parcel tracking number and receive real-time shipping notifications by email.
Yes, you can drop off and pick up your shoes at our workshop in Martin Place, Sydney provided that:
