We are asked a thousand and one different questions about what we do. Here are a few common ones.

I SAW A PAIR OF SHOES ON YOUR WEBSITE, CAN I HAVE THEM IN ANOTHER COLOR?

No, now the shoes/boots are non-manual production. You can come into our shop to check the swatches we have available.

DO YOU DO REPAIRS?

We only do repairs to shoes that we have made ourselves. You can have repair service if your shoes/boots is still in warranty period.

HOW LONG IS THE HEATING TIME?

The HMSPACES shoes can heat on two temperatures.

If the shoes heats on 45°C (113°F), the estimated heating time is 10 hours.

If the shoes heats on 60°C (140°F), the estimated heating time is 8 hours.

WHAT POWER SOURCE IS REQUIRED? DOES AC 240V WORK?

The shoes comes with a power adapter which accepts AC 100 ~ 240V power source, you can directly plug it to your home electric system.

CAN SHOES BE WASHED?

Yes. The circuit and batteries in shoes are waterproof design, you can wash the shoes via hand wish or machine wash.

WHAT LEATHER DO YOU USE?

Depending on the application we use:

Kid – for fine ladies shoes.

Calf – all of our linings are generally made from calf, some of our uppers are made from calf also.

WHAT IS THE BATTERY TYPE?

The battery we use on shoes is Lithium battery.

A few things to consider when choosing the size of your shoes. We put together a description of all of our sizes.

– Use the “how do i measure my size” to determine what to look for when deciding on the type of shoe that will suit you, or to take measurements from scratch.

– The size chart will help you convert from cm or american sizes etc.

We recommend reading through this to help determine which shoe size and style would be best suited to your foot shape.

finally the last four sections are considerations when determining how you are going to wear your shoes, these are all factors when determining the best fit for you.

HOW DO I MEASURE MY SIZE? – SUMMARY

There are a few critical measurements that need to be considered when deciding the type of last that will suit you.

Measurements: (a ruler and flexible tape will be required to take accurate measurements)

– Short heel (or around your heel and ankle), Instep and ball measurements as well as the length of your foot from the back of your heel to the end of your longest toe. (see diagram below) the method required to take these measurements is outlined in the step by step guide below.

footwear measurement area chart

Other considerations are:

– Toe box depth and width – if you have wide or splayed toes then a rounder toe will suit you (read about our lasts in the FAQ section ‘our lasts’ below)

– Pitch (this is the difference between the height of the shoe at the heel and the ball of the foot) – a consideration for people who have issues with pressure on their forefoot, the higher the heel the more pressure there.

– Width at ball – Each last will fit slightly differently here, the measurements you take will indicate how your foot matches up with our lasts.

– Height of arch/instep – A higher arch/instep will be better accommodated by a shoe with more adjustment over that area.

HOW DO I MEASURE MY SIZE? – STEP 1 – MEASURING LENGTH

Firstly: Place a ruler against a nice flat wall with the ‘0’ at the point where the wall intersects the floor. (see below)

footwear measurement area chart

Secondly: Place one foot at a time on the ruler with your heel against the wall. Place the longest part of your foot over the ruler measurement (this may not be you big toe).

  • Look straight down onto the ruler and note the measurement. Be sure to look down so you are seeing the measurements at right angle to the ruler, if your toes are up slightly off the ruler then the angle at which the measurement is viewed can change the measurement you record.
  • Also it is important that you are evenly bearing your wait on both feet, in a nicely rested and neutral position, dont put all of your wait on the one foot.

Repeat this for the other foot, note that they may be slightly different lengths (this is quite common).

footwear measurement area chart

HOW DO I MEASURE MY SIZE? – STEP 2 – MEASURING SHORT HEEL

You will need a flexible tape (a dress makers tape, these are readily available from any supermarket, haberdashery store or even Ikea). wrap the tape around the back of your heel at the bottom to the front of your ankle at the top and record the measurement where the tape overlaps. it is important that the tape is neither too lose nor tight, you want it to be taught but not tight.

Read the summary page if you are unsure of where this measurement should be taken and see below image for a reference.

footwear measurement area chart

HOW DO I MEASURE MY SIZE? – STEP 3 – MEASURING INSTEP

Take the flexible tape forward and wrap it around the high part of your arch/instep. This should be held at the same tension to the previous step.
Read the summary page if you are unsure of where this measurement should be taken and see below image for a reference.

footwear measurement area chart

HOW DO I MEASURE MY SIZE? – STEP 4 – MEASURING BALL

The final measurement is of the ball (joint) of your foot. This measurement is done across the widest point of your foot and should be on a slight angle (further forward on the big toe side than the little). It should be taken at the widest point of your first big toe joint and the widest point of your little toe joint.

Read the summary page if you are unsure of where this measurement should be taken and see below image for a reference.

footwear measurement area chart

WHAT SORT OF SOCKS WILL YOU BE WEARING WITH THEM?

The thickness of your sock can vary the fitting of your shoes up to a half size. If you are trying them on with a business sock but intend to wear a padded sock or explorer style sock with them then you may need to increase the size by a half size.

WHAT ARE YOU USING THEM FOR?

The larger the fitting of the shoe at the toes or the forefoot generally the more comfortable the shoe, however this will affect the aesthetics of the shoe.

When considering a bike shoe for instance you want them to be firmer fitting and shorter in the toe box as they will be more efficient at transferring power. Where as if you are looking for a shoe for business then an elongated toe wont effect the performance of the shoe.

Because all heated shoes are special usage, it is important to make your choice carefully.

WHAT IS YOUR RETURN POLICY?

Right of withdrawal

If you are not satisfied with the Products you received or have simply changed your mind about purchasing them after we have e-mailed you your Order Confirmation, you can return them within 30 (thirty) calendar days of delivery of the Products and get a refund,

This is a right of withdrawal that you can exercise without penalty and without giving any reason.

Please note that while the Products remain in your possession you are responsible for keeping them safe, secure and in good condition.

In case of returns for change of mind (right of withdrawal), you will be fully reimbursed apart from shipping costs for express delivery, if you had chosen this shipping method.

Legal guarantee for faulty goods

In addition to the above, we recognize the statutory 1-year (or the longer period that may be set forth by your local law) guarantee for product faults. A product is “faulty” if received damaged or where a manufacturing or material fault occurs within 1 years (or the longer period that may be set forth by your local law) from the purchase. Please note that Products damaged due to wear and tear are not considered faulty.

I ORDERED THE WRONG SIZE!

Make sure to closely follow our comprehensive fitting guide and check the dimensions of what you are ordering when deciding what size to order.

You may return the products to us, due to we have some warehouses in some counties, so you can contact us to get the return address. Please note that you have to pay the return cost like postcode fees.

You need to provide the tracking number to us once you ship out the package, we will refund you within 3 -5 business days. Please note that we only refund the product value, the shipping cost is consumable, so it’s not included.

Look at our return policy above for more information.

CANCELLATION OF ORDER

Cancellation of orders can be made within 12 hours of order confirmation online. Once this time has passed most likely we will have started work on your new shoes so unfortunately we won’t be able to refund your purchase.

With our custom made footwear we require a 50% deposit before work is commenced, this is non-refundable.

Here are some FAQ / Suggestions if you have special fitting requirements.

I HAVE A LARGE OR VERY WIDE FOOT, WILL YOUR SHOES WORK FOR ME?

Because we offer standard sizes only, so please have a look at the standard sizes in our online shop and take note of the sizing chart to see if they will fit your feet. We currently can NOT tailor make a pair of shoes to suit your exact specifications.

I HAVE A BUNION

Each pair of shoes has fur inside and has a wide toe cap. But we still strongly recommend you to get in touch with us before you purchase the shoes. It is important that the style of shoe that is worn doesn’t have seams or stitching across the bunion. We would be happy to discuss any options with you.

I HAVE ONE FOOT LARGER THAN THE OTHER

Not a problem at all! Even our standard sized shoes are able to be ordered in split sizes, but please contact us first so that we can prepare the shoes for you.

I WEAR ORTHOTICS

We don’t recommend you to try those heated shoes. Because the shoes heats with the insole, the orthotics will prevent the heating function.

Buying a pair of heated shoes is an investment. Further to this a pair of heated shoes can last upwards of 5 years depending on your use and how you look after them. It depends on the care and maintenance applied to it during its life. Here are a few pointers for different applications for how to get the most out of your new heated shoes or leather product.

WHAT ARE THE BASICS OF CARING FOR MY NEW HEATED SHOES?

  • Always look after your heel and make sure you have the top piece repaired before you wear into the leather stacked portion. Depending on how you wear your shoes, this may be every 6 months.
  • Regularly condition your shoes with a good quality leather conditioner/cream. If you wear your shoes approximately three days a week this should be every 2-3 weeks. This keeps the leather supple and prevents it from drying out and cracking. This is especially important if we have used vegetable-tanned leather for your shoes. It can also help weather-proof your shoes. The most important areas to be aware of are at the toe of the shoe and towards your metatarsals where the most pressure will be during wear but overall conditioning is beneficial.
  • If your shoes ever become wet, let them dry out naturally and completely (usually between 48-72 hours unless completely drenched). Only once they are completely dry should you then recondition them to make sure you are not trapping moisture inside the shoe and creating a mould-issue. Or you can plug in the shoes to charge, the electric circuit will heat on 60°C to dry the shoes.
  • If the shoes is infrequently used, we advise you to re-charge the shoes and make it heating till the battery dead, then recharge it again to keep the battery being activated.
  • If you find that you sweat regularly or have a hot foot you might consider putting a sweat absorbing powder in your shoes after wear.

I’VE WORN THROUGH THE SOLES OF MY SHOES, WHAT DO I DO?

Firstly don’t worry, we should be able to repair them. Simply stop wearing them; Use the controller to check if the heated circuit was damaged or not.

Keep them out of wet weather and bring them in or take some pictures and send them to us so we can run you through the options for repair. In future however it is best to keep an eye on the soles of your shoes and have them repaired before it gets to the hole stage.

WHAT IF I HAVE SWEATY FEET?

If you happen to suffer from a hot foot whilst wearing shoes, firstly don’t worry, the shoes has a self-drying function to dry the inside of shoes when the shoes is plugged in.

You should also alternate your shoes each day to allow each one to dry out completely and potentially use a powder after wear to absorb the moisture inside the shoe to maintain them as best as possible.

All products are priced in United States Dollars and exchange rates applicable at the time of payment will apply to purchases made with a different currency.

EXCHANGE RATES

Exchange rates vary but there are a number of online conversion tools available. Google will give you a rough idea by typing your query  on Google search.

We will process the payment in USD$ so the exchange rate will be determined by your bank provider at the time of this transaction.

GOODS AND TAX

Each products sold on HMSPACES.COM doesn’t contain tax. No tax included in the listed prices.

You may need to pay the import tariff if the item is locked at your country custom.

WHAT PAYMENT METHODS DO YOU OFFER?

Payment can be made on our website with Paypal and Credit card. We also accept cheque, cash and direct transfer, contact us to organise this as a payment method and payment will need to clear before the order can be confirmed.

Check the FAQ relevant to the shipping. Our shipping policy is this: Keep it simple.

HOW MUCH ARE SHIPPING COSTS?

The best way to work out postage is to select the item you’re after in the appropriate quantity and ‘add it to the cart’. Then enter your shipping details (country and postcode) and it will automatically calculate the postage amount for you.

DO YOU SHIP PRODUCTS INTERNATIONALLY?

We certainly do. Depending on the size and quantity of the items in your cart international shipping will be calculated on checkout.

We take no responsibility for import taxes that may apply on entry into your country.

In general, we will declare the value of your items in a low price ($30 per each good) to avoid the import tariff, but this action is not 100% feasible. In case the items are snap-checked by your country custom, you need to pay the taxes(It will be not expensive due to it’s calculated on the low declare value).

If you are unsure about this please check with your local customs office before placing your order. Generally speaking though all our items are generally very easy to ship.

HOW LONG CAN I GET MY SHOES AFTER I PLACE AN ORDER ON YOUR WEBSITE?

In general, we need to 1 day to handle up the preparation work for your order, and the shipping time may take about 5 – 7 business days. The specific time will be shorter or longer depending on your shipping address.

The delivery time may be extended 3 – 5 business day if you order the shoes in busy season or holidays.

CAN I ORDER EXPRESS OR FASTER SHIPPING?

Sure! Leave a note when you place an order and we’ll get in touch. Or better yet, email/phone us first and we’ll chat about the different shipping options and their costs.

If you need your purchase by a certain date then check with us first to make sure we can do that.

CAN I TRACK MY ORDER?

We will supply you with a tracking number via the email address you provide for you to track the delivery once the courier picks up your package.

WHAT SERVICE DO YOU USE TO SHIP YOUR PRODUCTS?

We use DHL express for primary delivery company and sometimes UPS, FEDEX, SINGAPORE POST and CHINA POST if you have a need.

WHAT IF SOMETHING HAPPENS TO MY ORDER IN TRANSIT?

All of our parcels are registered with the agent express company called 4PX. We need to talk with them and would have to make an investigation into the claim and see what can be done.

CAN MY ORDER BE DELIVERED 365 DAYS A YEAR?

By limited by the delivery company, we would have to be closed each year holidays like Spring Festival. If you have a query about delivery/dispatch times of a specific order, please contact us to check on its status and likely delivery time.

You will keep in mind to follow the next points during wearing your heated shoes.

This heating shoes’ batteries, electronic systems and heating chips are waterproof and insulation protection, it can adapt to the humid environment, but don’t soak shoes in water for a long time to prevent deformation of shoes and comfort deteriorates.
Don’t use the heating shoes during charging process.
Beware of metal thorn when using the shoes, or it will damage the electronic systems.
If possible, when the shoes is lay idle, please charge and discharge the shoes once time per a month to keep the batteries activated.
Don’t disassemble the shoes to avoid damaging the shoes.
Don’t take off the insole because it has electrical wires connected to the heel. Strongly take off it will break the electrical circuit.
Please ensure there is no any obstruction between the remote controller and shoes when controlling shoes with the controller. Or the controller will be out of action.

Learn more about how to troubleshooting the problem during using the shoes.

Problems in the charging process.


Indicator light is unlit.

Probable cause #1: The plug was loose.
Solution: Check if the power plug and magnetic plug was loose or not, replug them for several times.

Probable cause #2: The charge cable/battery had problem.
Solution: Contact us to get warranty service.

Indicator light is not blinking.

Probable cause #1: The system was not activated.
Solution: Plug the power source and keep the controller nearby the indicator of shoe, and then activate the system by one-clicking the remote controller.

Probable cause #2: The batteries get a full charge, no need charging.
Solution: The indicator light will switch to constant red, use up the battery and retry again.

Problems over the period of use.


The light is unlit after one-clicking the controller.

Probable cause #1: There is obstacle between controller and shoes.
Solution: Remove the obstacle and use the controller closer to indicator light.

Probable cause #2: The controller’s battery died.
Solution: Purchase a new button battery from retail store and replace the old one.

Not heating at all.

Probable cause #1: The battery died or low power.
Solution: Plug the power source to charge it immediately.

Probable cause #2: The battery or circuit had problem.
Solution: Contact us to get warranty service.

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