Tips for choosing a UV dryer for shoes

Situations occur all year round when the shoes of an adult or a child can get wet enough, not only from the outside, but also from the inside. Such a nuisance can occur due to bad weather or due to increased sweating of the feet. The moisture that appears inside the shoes not only creates an unpleasant odor, but is also dangerous because in such a favorable environment, spores of mold, bacteria and fungus that affect the skin and nails multiply rapidly.

You can solve this problem if you regularly use an ultraviolet shoe dryer. This device does not take up much space in your home, it is quite easy to use and can dry and disinfect wet shoes in just a few hours, spending a minimum of electricity. The use of this state-of-the-art device has been approved by specialist dermatologists.

An electric shoe dryer with UV light has many advantages. Drying can be carried out not only for the purpose protection of shoe material from moisture, but also as antifungal prophylaxis. The ultraviolet electric dryer will help protect the feet from fungus during a long hike, after playing sports, the device is used for disinfecting shoes, which you often use for gardening and so on.

The use of an ultraviolet dryer allows extend the life of the shoe... When wet, it deforms, loses its original appearance and is more susceptible to mechanical damage and rupture.

Dryers are in the shape of a shoe last, therefore, when using them, the footwear not only dries quickly, but also takes on its original appearance.A pair of drying pads is connected to each other using a long electrical cord, which is plugged into an electrical outlet.

Inside the body of the pad-dryer there is a small element that heats up under the action of an electric current. In addition, the design also includes a lamp that emits a spectrum of ultraviolet rays. On the body of the dryers there are technological holesthrough which streams of heat and ultraviolet rays enter the external environment - that is, dry shoes.

It is enough just to put a drying shoe into each shoe or shoe, plug the device into an outlet and leave the appliance inside the shoe for several hours. The length of the drying process depends on how wet the shoe is and also on the size of the shoe. On average, the whole process takes 4-10 hours.

Currently, a device for drying shoes with ultraviolet light is produced universal, that is, having the ability to be used for shoes of different sizes. This modified version is most popular with buyers. In addition to universal devices, there are also specialized models.

This type of dryer is designed for drying children's shoes. The device is made from environmentally friendly polymer materials of various colors. It, like the device for drying adult shoes, has an antifungal effect. Baby UV dryers are suitable for toddler shoes from size 22.

For the use of a UV dryer, it is not always possible to power it from the mains. In this case, the release of wireless devices that operate on finger batteries is provided. This model is produced under the name "Xenelight". It is indispensable for those who like to travel or play sports in nature. Inside the device, as well as in its wired counterparts, there is also a lamp with an ultraviolet spectrum of radiation, which creates an antifungal effect.

Another option that can work without connecting to an electrical outlet - here it will be replaced by a special plug that connects to the car cigarette lighter. The UV dryer can be used for boots, shoes, sneakers or boots - it is convenient to use in road conditions during a long car trip. An automobile-type dryer is capable of removing dampness and unpleasant odors from shoes. The power of the device is enough even to tidy up large rubber boots.

An ultraviolet dryer is a convenient and practical thing that many would like to have in their household. To choose such a device, you need to take into account some important nuances.

1. Study the opinion of those people who have already purchased similar devices and have experience in using them. Which manufacturers are the most reliable and what experts say about their products.
2. If you need a universal dryer that all members of your family can use, then the best solution would be to buy a set of brand dryers Timson, called "Family 3 in 1" - it includes 2 dryers of different sizes for drying the shoes of adult family members and one dryer for children's shoes.
3. If you most often need to tidy up wet sports shoes, which is the most convenient option would be model "Opposite" from the manufacturer Timson... The last dryer is designed for sports shoes from size 37.
4. It is convenient to use for drying children's shoes special miniature models for children, which will not unnecessarily stretch and deform it when drying.

Such confidence can only be provided by products from reliable manufacturers.

Today, the Timson brand is the leader among other similar manufacturers. For several decades, the company has won its reputation among the consumer and can rightfully consider itself an industry leader. Timson UV dryers for shoes are produced in Russia. The product of this manufacturer has a modern design, reliable construction and a lot of positive ratings from consumers. The device is designed for 10 hours of continuous operation, after which it requires a short break. The Timson brand is recognized as the best among the manufacturers of similar household goods. This manufacturer produces several options for drying shoes, the highest among which were taken by the following.

• Family option 3 in 1 - the set consists of 3 pieces of dryers: the large one has dimensions of 172x75x52 mm, the middle one is 142x72x43 mm and the children's one is 115x62x30 mm. Thus, each member of a family of 3 will have their own shoe dryer. These devices work simultaneously all together from one outlet - they dry and sterilize 3 pairs of shoes at once using ultraviolet radiation. According to consumer reviews, the device has a rather short cord and it is not possible to separately use 1 pair of dryers. The cost of such a set ranges from 2700 to 2900 rubles.

• Children's option - UV dryer has dimensions 105x55x15 mm and is suitable for children's shoes starting from size 22. The body has different colors and is made of ecological material. The dryer dries children's shoes well in a few hours. The cost of such a device ranges from 800 to 1200 rubles. According to the assessment of the level of demand, the model takes the 2nd position after the family variant.

• Sports option - it is suitable for adults who regularly play sports and have a foot size of 37 or more. The parameters of the ultraviolet dryer are 140x70x40 mm. The shoe dryer has a specific configuration that is ideal for sports shoes. With this device, you can quickly dry not only sports shoes, but also everyday ones. The ultraviolet lamp allows you to qualitatively deodorize the inner surface of the shoe, eliminating the musty odor and fungal spores. If the shoe size is quite large, then in some cases the drying may be uneven, and to avoid this, the dryer needs to be moved from time to time inside the shoe. The cost of such a device ranges from 1200 to 1500 rubles. Despite the high cost, this model is in demand.

• Car option - the dryer has dimensions of 166x70x48 mm and is suitable for shoes with a size of 37 and more. The dryer can also be used to dry tall boots or boots. The device is powered by a car cigarette lighter. The ultraviolet lamp reliably disinfects the inner surface of the shoe, eliminating mold and mildew spores. The cost can range from 1000 to 1200 rubles.

Another brand of ultraviolet dryers is Xenelight. From this manufacturer, you can purchase a wireless-type device that operates on finger-type batteries. The device has not only an ultraviolet lamp, but also a patented moisture-absorbing composition, with the help of which the drying process of shoes is accelerated.

Externally, the structure looks like oblong lamps, enclosed inside the case with technological holes for the release of heat and ultraviolet rays. The value of this model lies in the fact that real medical lamps with an ultraviolet spectrum are used inside its body, and not LEDs. The degree of disinfection of such a device is higher than that of its counterparts. The model is considered exclusive and its cost from the point of view of buyers is unjustifiably overstated, averaging 2100-2300 rubles, and it is quite difficult to find it in retail chains.

Since the ultraviolet shoe dryer is an electrical appliance, before using it it is important to carefully examine the shoes and make sure that there are no metal objects, water or snow inside them. Before starting the drying process, you need to place a drying shoe in each shoe, and only then insert the plug of the device into an electrical outlet.

The cycle of high-quality drying is on average at least 6-8 hoursand if your shoes are very wet, it can take up to 10 hours to tidy them up. The electrical appliance should not work for more than 10 hours - if your shoes still need drying, then remove the pads from them and let the electrical appliance stand for about 0.5-1 hour in the off state, after which the drying cycle can be continued again.

It is strongly not recommended to place a shoe dryer in liquids or disassemble while it is energized. It is best to store the electrical appliance in a cardboard box, which is supplied by the manufacturer in the form of packaging. The device should not be left unattended for a long time and should not be allowed to be played by children.

The opinion of doctors who are specialists in the field of dermatology is that they unanimously consider the ultraviolet dryer for shoes to be a useful device that should be adopted in every familywhere they take care of their health. Currently, a disease called mycosis is a very common occurrence, and in order to prevent it, you need to ensure that fungi, bacteria and mold do not grow in your shoes.

Most effective in this matter, special lamps with ultraviolet radiation, which can penetrate to a depth of at least 0.65-0.66 mm. In order for the destruction of the fungus to be guaranteed, the lamp life inside the shoe should be 4-6 hours. Such devices should be in every family. It is recommended to use them regularly, and not from time to time. Ideally, each family member should have their own UV dryer.

According to reviews of buyers who have purchased an ultraviolet shoe dryer and have been using it for a long time, the device fully justifies its cost. After drying, shoes last much longer, retaining their original appearance and properties. Thanks to the device, it is possible to eliminate unpleasant odors, as well as to reduce the frequency of skin and nail diseases. The device is used as a prophylactic agent, as well as to prevent recurrence of mycosis after recovery.

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