If you are one of those who dresses at the feet every morning and over the years has become a authentic sneakerheadhere are some tips that could solve your life (we like to exaggerate a bit). Knowing that each shoe is a world, today we show you the definitive guide to cleaning shoes and look like new in a simple and effortless way. It does not matter if it is a model, leather, white or yellowish: there is a solution for (almost) everything.
Definitive guide to cleaning your sneakers
Before getting down to work, we must know what they are made of (fabric and others). Depending on the color of the design, we will choose one option or another, but in all cases we will leave our footwear as if we had taken it out of the box again.
After showing the step by step to leave our Converse like new or knowing all the tricks to wash white sneakers, these options could save your favorite pair of sneakers.
How to clean leather sneakers
Leather is a delicate fabric, however, there is a very simple and quick way to clean leather sneakers. First we will brush the shoes to remove all the remains of dirt that may be there. We will rub the stains with a damp cloth and neutral soap (baby towels can also be used).
We will let the sneakers dry in the open air and in the shade. To give them shine, we will use a colorless cream.
How to clean canvas sneakers
If what we want is to clean our canvas sports shoes, we will fill a bucket with warm water and make a little foam using 1 or 2 tablespoons of mild laundry detergent -in the case of using powdered detergent, we will shake it in the water until it is diluted and the bubbles appear. We will take each of the slippers and rub its exterior with a toothbrush or sponge. We will remove the laces and the insole and gently dip them into the water to remove the dirt and continue rubbing (avoiding fully submerging them).
We will rinse with clean and warm water, and we will use a towel to remove excess water. We will let them dry in a warm and dry place -it can be inside the house-, and we will prevent them from receiving too much heat
How to whiten the sole of sneakers
With only toothpaste we can whiten the yellowish sole of our shoe sole. We will apply the toothpaste to the entire sole and rub with a toothbrush soaked in water together with a damp cloth. It is convenient to repeat the process until the stains completely disappear.
Although if you prefer we can choose to combine baking soda with vinegar in a container. After waiting for the foam to have subsided, we will wet the brush with the mixture and rub the sole of the shoes. Before removing the product and rinsing with water, it is advisable to wait approximately 30 minutes for the process to take effect (the change is more visible if we let it rest in the sun, as Tiktok users show us).
How to clean sneakers by hand
You must follow the same instructions that we have shown in how to clean canvas sports shoes. It is important not to submerge the shoes in the bucket of water, and previously to have removed the laces and insoles.
How to clean sneakers in a washing machine
Sports shoes can be washed in the washing machine without damaging them, as long as we follow a few steps (and advice). First of all, we will remove the laces and tie them so that they do not get tangled up and we will put them in a bag of delicate garments (loose they could clog the drain). If possible, we will remove the insoles and wash them by hand.
Previously, we will remove the surface dirt -dirt, sand, mud, etc.-. It is advisable to put the shoes inside a cloth or mesh bag for delicate clothes and we will put a short program, in cold water and without spinning. We will dry in some airy place, (never directly in the sun).
Recommended products for cleaning sports shoes
With the furor of sports shoes and the launch of exclusive (and luxury) designs, many brands offer us special products to leave our shoes impeccable. An example is this Canzt Professional shoe cleaner kit with brush and microfiber cloth.
Canzt Professional Shoe Cleaner | Premium Shoe Cleaning Kit | shoe cleaner with brush and microfiber cloth
This colorless cleaner with a high detergent power is used to thoroughly clean all types of shoes without damaging the original texture and without altering the original colours. It is suitable for all types of smooth and synthetic leather shoes (nubuck suede, canvas, vinyl, fabric, mesh or shoes with different materials).
Sneaker Cleaner 125 ml | Suitable for All Types of Shoes | Cleaner for Leather, Synthetic Leather and Canvas Sneakers and Shoes | With Natural Ingredients and Colorless
If we prefer, adidas Originals has this cleansing foam for shoes and sneakers. It is suitable for treating all materials including leather, suede, nubuck, canvas, vinyl and nylon. Its water-based formula works fast: just shake, spray and brush.
This cleaning foam for shoes and sneakers is suitable for treating all materials, including leather, suede, nubuck, canvas, vinyl and nylon. Its water-based formula acts quickly. Just shake, spray and brush.
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