Q&A for How to Make Shoes Less Slippery

Take them to a cobbler or a shoe repair professional. They'll be able to make custom changes to your shoes so they fit more comfortably and grip better.

There are these products called "anti-slip sole stickers" that you just attach to the bottom of your shoes. They're pretty effective!

There are many good solutions in this article that can apply to Converse shoes. You could also buy a set of those stick on rubber decals for your bathtub (used to make it safer) and place them on the soles.

Is it a leather or a rubber sole? Bleach might harm such soles. Try using a steel brush to take off the shine on both leather or rubber. The article has many useful ideas.

Yes. You can put designs or dots on the bottom of your shoes to make them less slippery. However, the hot glue may come off over time, so you may need to re-apply it every few weeks/months.

Yes, if used sparingly. Use dots instead of lines or solid coverage.

Stick a non-stick product on the bottom of the heel.

Yes, you can. I run a lot and got new running shoes. I tried a few of these things and they worked very well.

Yes! This works very well. You may have to replace it after a while, though

Yes. Probably the best thing to use is anti-slip tape, like Gator Grip tape. If you want different colors, try some grip tape meant for swimming pools.

(1) Scuffing up the soles with sandpaper can help to create more traction. Use a rough grit sandpaper and rub it on the soles until you achieve the desired amount of grip. Don't overdo it, as you still want to be able to swivel. (2) Lightly spray the soles of your shoes with hairspray before you dance. This can provide extra stickiness. However, it will wear off over time and will need to be reapplied regularly. (3) There are specially made traction pads that can be applied to the soles of dance shoes.

Use products specifically designed to add grip to shoes for slippery surfaces. One is Shoe Grip Ice & Snow Non-Skid Adhesive Spray. This is a spray-on traction adhesive that coats shoes with protection for icy surfaces without damaging rugs or flooring. DIY methods for slip-proofing boots are also possible, including scuffing the soles, using traction spray, adding a salt-and-rubber-glue mixture, spraying soles with hairspray, or adhering sand to the soles. Effectiveness may vary based on your boots, the method used, and weather conditions.