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Steel Blue boots have two main toe cap options – our Steel Toe Cap or Composite Toe Cap.
Steel Cap boots are mandatory on many worksites. For environments with nail guns and power saws, our Steel Cap boots are more suitable.
Our non-metal Composite Toe Cap boots are airport-friendly, allowing FIFO workers to easily pass in and out of security environments.
Both are very similar in strength. The Steel Toe Caps and Composite Toe Caps used by Steel Blue pass Australian/New Zealand, European and American Safety Standards.
Steel Cap boots provide more cut resistance, but don’t recover as well as Composite Cap boots after impact or compression.
All Steel Blue boots are Anti-Static, unless they contain an ‘EH Series’ label, which stands for ‘Electrical Hazard’.
Another way you can tell if your work boots are Anti-Static is by looking for an A, O1, O2, O3, S1, S2 or S3 symbol on the license label inside the boot.
The Electrical Resistant properties have been developed to stay in place throughout the life of the work boots. However, it’s important to continually check the resistance as it can deteriorate with sole wear, water or metal contamination which can lower the Electrical Resistance, taking it outside of the required range and allowing charges to more easily pass through the soling.
The type of boot you need depends on the work you do. You can find more information on the difference between Anti-Static and Electrical Hazard work boots here.
All Steel Blue boots with either a Steel Toe Cap or Composite Toe Cap are independently certified to these three major international safety standards:
✓ Australian & New Zealand Safety Footwear Standard AS/NZS 2210.3
✓ American Safety Footwear Certification ASTM F2413
✓ International and European Safety Footwear Certification CE EN ISO 20345
We have two Outsole options – our Thermoplastic Urethane (TPU) Outsole and Nitrile Outsole.
You can find more information on the sole best suited for your job requirements here.
A Nitrile Outsole is better for welders because it guards against short-term hot contact with welders’ slag – up to 60 seconds.
Composite Cap boot styles such as the Adelaide and Torquay are lighter than our Steel Cap boot options, including the Argyle and Argyle Zip.
All of our work boots with a Penetration Resistant component can be found here.
Yes, we still manufacture in Australia – we’re a WA born and bred brand. Our work boots are produced in both Australia and our dedicated factory in Indonesia.
Thanks to the Baltico® and other premium linings used in our work boots, there is no difference in heat between colours in a controlled environment. This special lining is designed to wick moisture away from your foot so it stays cool and dry.
Our Chemical Resistant (TECtuff® Boots), have been tested and are compliant with the ISO Standard 13832-2. The boots are tested based on exposure to Sodium Hydroxide 30% and Sulphuric Acid 90%. If you require information about how our Chemical Resistant boots perform with other chemicals, please submit an enquiry below.
Steel Blue is a premium safety footwear manufacturer and wholesaler.
As a wholesaler, we sell our work boots direct to authorised Steel Blue Distributors, including PPE and work wear stores.
To find an authorised Steel Blue Distributor, click here.
You can check your boot size on a Steel Blue foot-measuring device by visiting a local distributor. We always recommend trying on work boots before purchasing.
All Steel Blue boots are based on the Australian (AUS) sizing system. You can find your size using the conversion chart.
We offer a Women’s Work Boot range that has been specially developed for the dimensions of female feet to maximise comfort.
If you would like to purchase our work boots in men’s sizing, women will generally be two sizes smaller than their usual size. For example, a woman who wears an Australian size 7 shoe will fit into an Australian size 5 Men’s Work Boot.
However, we always recommend trying on your work boots before purchasing.
We recommend that you check your laces and boot fit before every shift. Lacing your work boots to the top of the boot provides more support to help reduce strain injury and avoid common issues such as blisters.
Click here to see our Lacing Guide for a range of solutions for wide feet, those with a high or shallow instep or a narrow heel.
Examine your work boots for external damage prior to and after each use. In the case of cracks, breaks in the leather, exposed Toe Caps, sole wear or other similar damage, we recommend that you replace your work boots.
To provide additional protection of the premium leather, you can treat your new work boots with a Leather Waterproofing Agent.
To clean Nubuck or Suede Leather, brush off loose dirt using a soft bristle brush after use.
It’s better to wear your boots regularly. Please don’t store your work boots in dark or humid conditions. If they are stored this way for long periods, the sole compound can deteriorate.
When you are not wearing your Steel Blue boots, don’t store them in dark or humid conditions:
To ensure your Steel Blue boots stay in premium condition, keep them clean, wash and thoroughly dry your feet, and change your socks daily.
The premium leather has been specifically selected to match the boot style, although to further protect the leather you can:
All Steel Blue boots use a direct injection process to attach the soles. If the sole has somehow become detached, we recommend replacing your work boots.
If you store your Steel Blue boots in dark or humid conditions for long periods, the sole compound can deteriorate, which is known as hydrolysis. That’s why we recommend wearing your work boots regularly.
For tips on how to store your boots, visit the Boot Care section of the FAQ’s.
Applying Dubbin or Boot Polish will extend the life of the premium leather and keep your work boots looking newer for longer.
Dubbin and Boot Polish also help repel water and keep the leather from drying out in warmer conditions.
It’s important to ensure that your work boots are fit-for-purpose and that you adhere to the instructions provided in the packing of your Steel Blue boots.
To dry wet work boots:
When purchasing your next pair of Steel Blue boots, try a style that features a Bump Cap or Scuff Cap.
Our Bump Caps and Scuff Caps are designed to protect the leather on the toe, stopping premature wear and allowing you to keep your work boots in top condition.
You can browse our Bump Cap and Scuff Cap ranges here.
We only use premium manufacturing technology to ensure your Steel Blue boots are built to last.
If you do have a manufacturing issue with your work boots, and they’ve been correctly fitted and maintained, our 6-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty means you can receive a refund or replacement pair of Steel Blue boots.
All you need to do is ensure that your claim is within 6 months of the date you bought your boots and that you have a copy of your receipt.
Our 6-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty applies to defects in the material and construction of the work boots, providing they were sold in the manufacturer’s condition.
The 6-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty will not apply to work boots that have been misused, or used in a manner contrary to the purpose or suitability of the work boots.
Forms of misuse may include, but are not limited to, cuts, heat or burns, exposure to chemicals, exposure to lime, excessive water or force, if the work boots are not designed or suitable for that purpose.
The work boots may be considered not suitable for purpose, and the 6-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty may not apply, where the work boots were incorrectly fitted or subject to excessive wear and tear.
See our full 6 Month Manufacturer’s Warranty Terms & Conditions here.
Take your boots and your receipt back to the place of purchase for assessing. Provided they meet the warranty conditions, you can exchange your work boots or be given a refund.
The store will then return the work boots to the Steel Blue Quality Assurance Department, so we can assess them and continue to manufacture quality Steel Blue boots.
We’re so confident in the quality and comfort of our work boots, we offer a 30-Day, money back Comfort Guarantee.
If you’re not happy with the comfort of your Steel Blue boots within 30 days of purchase, you’ll receive a full refund or a replacement pair to the same value (providing they’ve been correctly fitted).
Simply take a copy of your receipt to the same retailer you bought your Steel Blue boots from so you can receive an exchange to the same value or refund.
Just take a copy of your receipt to the same retailer you bought your Steel Blue boots from so you can receive an exchange to the same value or refund.
Yes, it’s important to keep your receipt as a proof of purchase if you wish to retain the 6-Month Manufacturer’s Warranty and 30-Day Comfort Guarantee.
While some stores keep your records on file, not all of them do, so please keep a copy of your receipt.
