How to wash sneakers in a washing machine?

Today, textile sports shoes are experiencing another “boom”. It is worn by people of all ages and gender. Sneakers are no longer just sports shoes, because they are combined with any style of clothing - both with jeans, dresses and skirts, and even with a classic suit. However, such shoes quickly become dirty, and it is impossible to clean them with a sponge or cloth, and then the question arises in my head: how to wash the sneakers in the washing machine so that they become not only clean, but also retain their presentation.

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Can the sneakers be machine washable?

All original sneakers are made of high quality canvas, which not only repels dust, but also is durable. You can wear them for years, but like any shoe, products like care.

Rules for the care of rag models:

• After a walk in nature, always wash the sole of your shoes.
• Do not allow stains to soak into the tissue; remove them in time.
• Wash laces and insoles regularly.
• Provide a suitable place for keeping shoes in the offseason. To help you are invited to familiarize yourself with rules and interesting ideas for storing shoes. 

But no matter how carefully you relate to textile shoes, still with time, washing the sneaker is simply necessary. Rag sneakers are perfectly erased and not only by hand. Wash sneakers in the washing machine is very simple, but you should consider some nuances.

Important! Cheap low-quality models may not survive automatic washing, because in the manufacture of such shoes low-quality glue or poor material could be used. Having bought cheap shoes, you can lose it when washing in the car, so it is better to play it safe and wash your sneakers by hand.If you like to wear such shoes and you are not averse to experimenting with them with different looks, styles, colors, we offer you to familiarize yourself with interesting review of the best sneaker manufacturers.

There are some more restrictions for washing shoes in the car:

• Do not wash shoes with defects. If something comes off on the sneakers, then the machine wash will finish them off completely.
• Do not wash shoes with jewelry. If on sneakers there are a lot of rhinestones, reflective strips, various stripes, then all this can fly off during washing.

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How to wash sneakers?

To clean textile shoes, it is necessary to carry out three stages:

• Preparatory.
• Wash sneakers manually or in a car.
• Drying shoes.

Let's consider in more detail all stages.

Preparatory stage

The preparatory phase includes the following steps:

1. Fully unzip the bots and pull out the laces so that they do not get dirty from rust. If the laces are very dirty or have rusty stains from metal ends, do not wash them, but rather get new ones.
2. Remove the insoles so that they do not warp during washing.
3. Clean the soles of the shoes from dirt and dust with a sponge.
4. If the sole has a complex pattern, then remove the pebbles and gravel with an old toothbrush and toothpick. Clean the sole in a separate basin so that the sink does not clog from pebbles and dirt.
5. Remove dried dirt with a stream of warm water.
6. Wipe dust off the top of the shoe

Important! The more carefully you prepare your sneakers for washing, the easier and more effective it will be.

How to wash sneakers manually?

Without prior preparation, heavily soiled shoes are very difficult to wash.So spend a few minutes of your time preparing shoes so that after washing, the sneakers will delight you with your appearance.

Hand wash small:

1. Laundry insoles and laces.
2. If the insoles are very dirty, then use a brush.

The hand wash process consists of the following steps:

1. In a container with warm water, thoroughly mix the detergent or liquid detergent.
2. Soak the bots in soapy water for a while.
3. If the water gets too dirty replace it.
4. Use a soft brush and soapy solution to clean the surface of the shoe from the inside and outside.
5. Rinse off the foam with a sponge.
6. Rinse the product several times. Rinse water should not be soapy.

Important! A few more useful tips will help you wash your sneakers quickly and efficiently:

• If you wash white sneakers, add to the water with detergent bleach.
• For colored fabric shoes add “Vanish” - it will help to better remove pollution.
• When washing by hand, it is better to use liquid detergents that do not leave white streaks. If you encounter such a problem, use our methods to remove yellow stains on sneakers after washing.

In what mode to wash sneakers in the washing machine?

Bots can be machine washed - this is even a better option than manually:

• firstly, time saving;
• secondly, the correct washing mode will not allow the shoe to lose shape and color.

In addition, soaking, as with hand washing, can be avoided.

To wash the sneakers in the washing machine, follow these steps:

1. To prevent the sneakers from rattling during washing, add a small mat or several towels to the drum.
2. Choose a delicate non-spin wash. The temperature should be 30-40 degrees, for color sneakers - 30 degrees, to avoid color changes.
3. Pour ordinary powder - a little so that after washing there are no white stains. Use powder for colored laundry to wash colored shoes, for white laundry - for white sneakers. For white caps, a little chlorine-free bleach can be added.
4. Rinse should be thorough.
5. Do not spin the shoes in the machine, as an unbalanced drum can beat the bearings.

Important! In addition to the main washing parameters, it is necessary to take into account some tips that will help prevent damage to cars and shoes:

• Be sure to purchase special bag for washing shoes.  
• Do not wash a lot of shoes at the same time. As a last resort, put two pairs of sneakers in the machine for one wash.
• If you washer-dryerthen disable this function, as high temperatures can permanently ruin your shoes.
• Do not wash shoes in the car more often 2-3 times a month, do not abuse this method of cleaning, because even the most durable items can not withstand such loads.

Drying

The last stage is drying shoes. To get started, select a well-ventilated area. It can be an open terrace or balcony in warm weather.

Important! The drying area must have good ventilation. To shoe dry faster in the cold season, use special drying equipment for shoes. Such devices moderately warm and accelerate drying.

Recommendations for drying shoes:

1. First, hang the bots with the heel down for an hour to allow the bulk of the water to glass.
2. Then wipe the shoe with a towel
3. To prevent the shoe from warping during drying, push white paper or paper towels inside. Change the wet paper to dry from time to time.
4. Hang the shoes by the laces in a well-blown place on the street or on the balcony, but not in the sun, so that the bots do not fade.

Important! Do not dry sneakers on a radiator and heaters, as they can deform and lose their shape.

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How to whiten white sneakers?

To whiten sneakers which have turned gray from dust and dirt, use the following recipes:

1. Prepare a special paste - mix baking soda and vinegar in a ratio of 2: 3. Stir components until foamy. Sneakers soak in cold water. Apply a paste on the entire surface of the shoe with an old toothbrush. Then rinse the shoes off the mixture and wash.

Important! To prepare the mixture, use plastic dishes, since an unexpected reaction can occur in the metal.

2. Use modern preparations for whitening and stain removal: magic eraser, stein stick. Follow the instructions for the use of funds, and there will be no trace of spots.
3. Tooth powder or whitening paste will also help refresh the surface of the shoe. Apply the product on an old toothbrush and rub the sneaker over the surface. Use a damp sponge or cloth to remove any remaining toothpaste.

Important! In conclusion, we also offer a few more articles about sneakers that may interest you:

• How to paint sneakers in a different color and make patterns?
• How to decorate sneakers?
• A few ways to tie laces on sneakers in an original way.

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If you follow our tips and tricks for shoe care, then sneakers will delight you with their practicality and stylish appearance for a very long time. But do not forget that fabric shoes are not designed for walking in puddles in the rain, otherwise - no washing, bleaches and folk remedies will save sneakers from dirty spots. Have a nice trip and experience!