Shoe Goo is a specialized type of rubber cement that contains a cleaning/degreasing solvent and an abrasion-resistant synthetic rubber. Shoe Goo Adhesive can rebuild worn soles on work and tennis shoes, coat frayed shoelace ends to keep them intact. Apply protective coating to running shoes to prevent premature wear, reattach loosened leather and fabric. >>Although Shoe Goo can be used on rubber, wood, glass, concrete and metal, it is most commonly used as a pliable adhesive for separated shoe components, as a filler on worn shoe soles, and as a sealer to repair waterproof fabrics and footwear.