Before every outing Quick Rub over with ,Lundhags own Wax or Grangers..always does me ...After outing Make sure you clean Proper !,Laces off...open Gusset clean out and round Clips Soapy water round rubber & soles .I fill mine with Paper to keep shape, stops them creasing at Eyelets Dont Force Dry them .Radiators fine ..at a short distance..many years service if looked after,just like the Wife