Shoe Materials
Toe Puff, Counter & Insole Board
Toe puff and counter materials decide how a shoe keeps its shape. We source thermoplastic and solvent-activated sheets in a range of thicknesses and stiffness levels.
Models we supply
FL-MAT-BRD-EV
Nonwoven Fibre Insole Board with EVA
Nonwoven fibre board bonded to EVA foam, 2–6 mm, waterproof and hard-wearing.
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FL-MAT-BRD-LM
Insole Board Laminated with EVA & PU Lining
Three-layer insole material (fibre board, EVA and PU/PVC lining) ready to cut, 1–4 mm.
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FL-MAT-TPF-CS
Chemical Sheet for Toe Puffs & Back Counters
Solvent-activated polyester chemical sheet, 0.4–2.0 mm, for firm toe puffs and back counters.
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FL-MAT-TPF-HM
Hot-Melt “Ping Pong” Sheet for Toe Puffs & Counters
Translucent hot-melt polyester sheet, 1.0 mm, 36″ wide, activated by heat to shape toes and heels.
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FL-MAT-TPF-TP
Low-Temperature TPU Toe Puff & Counter Sheet, 0.3 mm
Thin TPU hot-melt stiffener that activates at low temperature, a cleaner alternative to solvent glues.
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FL-MAT-TPF-NW
Nonwoven Toe Puff & Counter Sheet, Custom Shapes
Nonwoven toe puff and counter sheets, supplied in sheets or pre-cut shapes, in custom colours.
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Don’t see the exact model or specification? Our network covers far more than we list online. Send the details and we will find a verified manufacturer.
- Thermoplastic toe puff
- Hot-melt counter sheets
- Non-woven reinforcement
- Insole board (cellulose / fibre)
- TPU film and overlays
Before you request a quote
What to specify for materials
- Thickness (mm), width of roll or hide size, and finish or grain.
- Color standard (Pantone reference or physical swatch) and acceptable tolerance.
- Performance tests your brand requires: rub fastness, flex, tear, peel, hydrolysis.
- Compliance: REACH, CA Prop 65 or customer restricted-substance lists.
- Order quantity per color, so we can find mills whose minimums fit.
More materials
- Genuine LeatherCow, goat, sheep and nubuck for uppers and linings.
- Synthetic Leather & MicrofiberPU, PVC and microfiber in hundreds of finishes.
- Mesh, Knit & TextilesSports mesh, engineered knit and canvas.
- Foams: EVA & PUEVA sheets, PU foam and lamination foams.
- Resins & CompoundsEVA, PVC and colour masterbatch granules.
- PU Sole SystemsTwo-component PU systems for soles, insoles and slippers.
- Shoe Adhesives & PrimersPU cement, hardeners, primers and rubber glues.
- TPU ResinsTPU pellets for moulding, film and adhesives.
- Polyols & PU ResinsPolyester polyols and PU laminating resins.
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