Have you heard that shoe repairing is a “dying industry”? I can’t count the number of times that I have heard that expression directed at the shoe repair industry. Most disturbing of all is that those comments are heard most from Shoe Repairers! In fact, the shoe repair trade did experience a decline. In the 80’s we experienced the rise of a throw-away culture. Many shoe repairers refused to attempt repairs on poor quality or modern manufacturing techniques creating the myth that shoes using a modern construction couldn’t be repaired. In fact, 90% of shoes can be repaired.
Despite recession the truth is that most individuals enjoy a much higher standard of living and are not prepared to settle for cheap poor quality products including shoes. Further, contrary to the throw-away culture of the 80’s and early 90’s, people are much more aware of their environmental and ethical conscience and in times of recession much more likely to avoid waste. That’s why our experience is that shoe repair is and should continue to be a growing trade, especially when combined with complimentary services.
Keyishoes is one of the few shoe repair businesses in Cumbria that recycles your unwanted shoes and actively promotes shoe repair as having a robust environmental and ethical message.
We are based in Homebase Car Park, Parkhouse Road, Kingstown, Carlisle, Cumbria, adjacent to PC Word, just up the road from ASDA and convenient to the superstores; Morrison’s and Aldi. We are unique in offering a mobile collection and delivery service to businesses in the Carlisle district. Get in touch if you would like to discuss what we can do for you or your colleagues / employees.
Key cutting
We can cut, clone or program the majority of home, office, caravan and car keys. This includes:
Keys for most makes of car including those with transponder microchip technology
Household keys duplicated including Cylinder and Mortice
Security Keys
All keys are cut using the latest precision technology. If you have no car keys, we can normally arrange to have your keys cut to code. Discounts are available for multiples of three or more of the same duplicate key or for bulk orders.
Shoe repair
We can repair most types of shoes from stilettos to loafers. You can trust Keyishoes to make them look as good as new with our shoe repair service.
We aim to inject a new lease of life into your shoes during our repair service.
Shoe Recycle
Many shoes are disposed of that could have been recycled. If you wish to dispose of a pair of shoes why not recycle them? We offer a recycling service for all unwanted shoes. The shoes are transported to third world countries were they can be repaired and reused, providing employment for tradesman and a source of affordable footwear. Further, this service contributes to the Variety Club; a charity for sick, disabled and disadvantaged children in the UK.
Other Services
We also offer all of the following services:
Dry Cleaning
Clothes Alterations & Repair
Watch Battery replacement and straps
Professional blade sharpening for knives, scissors, tools and garden implements
Key cutting
& Enviro friendly shoe repair
Welcome to Keyishoes
Have you heard that shoe repairing is a “dying industry”? I can’t count the number of times that I have heard that expression directed at the shoe repair industry. Most disturbing of all is that those comments are heard most from Shoe Repairers! In fact, the shoe repair trade did experience a decline. In the 80’s we experienced the rise of a throw-away culture. Many shoe repairers refused to attempt repairs on poor quality or modern manufacturing techniques creating the myth that shoes using a modern construction couldn’t be repaired. In fact, 90% of shoes can be repaired.
Despite recession the truth is that most individuals enjoy a much higher standard of living and are not prepared to settle for cheap poor quality products including shoes. Further, contrary to the throw-away culture of the 80’s and early 90’s, people are much more aware of their environmental and ethical conscience and in times of recession much more likely to avoid waste. That’s why our experience is that shoe repair is and should continue to be a growing trade, especially when combined with complimentary services.
Keyishoes is one of the few shoe repair businesses in Cumbria that recycles your unwanted shoes and actively promotes shoe repair as having a robust environmental and ethical message.
We are based in Homebase Car Park, Parkhouse Road, Kingstown, Carlisle, Cumbria, adjacent to PC Word, just up the road from ASDA and convenient to the superstores; Morrison’s and Aldi. We are unique in offering a mobile collection and delivery service to businesses in the Carlisle district. Get in touch if you would like to discuss what we can do for you or your colleagues / employees.
Key cutting
We can cut, clone or program the majority of home, office, caravan and car keys. This includes:
All keys are cut using the latest precision technology. If you have no car keys, we can normally arrange to have your keys cut to code. Discounts are available for multiples of three or more of the same duplicate key or for bulk orders.
Shoe repair
We can repair most types of shoes from stilettos to loafers. You can trust Keyishoes to make them look as good as new with our shoe repair service.
We aim to inject a new lease of life into your shoes during our repair service.
Shoe Recycle
Many shoes are disposed of that could have been recycled. If you wish to dispose of a pair of shoes why not recycle them? We offer a recycling service for all unwanted shoes. The shoes are transported to third world countries were they can be repaired and reused, providing employment for tradesman and a source of affordable footwear. Further, this service contributes to the Variety Club; a charity for sick, disabled and disadvantaged children in the UK.
Other Services
We also offer all of the following services: