Washing sneakers in a car

Sneakers are one of the most popular types of shoes. Often we carry them not only to the gym, but also for daily walks, where they are faced with the problem of dust and dirt. The question arises: how to wash sneakers in a washing machine? The cleaning method is not suitable for ordinary shoes; washing in a basin is not only inconvenient, but also ineffective. There is only one way out - washing the sneakers in the car. How to act so that everything goes right?

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Types of sports shoes

First of all, it should be noted that sneakers are different. There are many types of this stunning shoe:

• The upper part may be made of fabric, leather or artificial leather.
• The lower one is most often rubber, but it also happens to be foamy.
• Perhaps the general thing is that practically all types have fabric inside.

Important! It should be very neat and careful, because if you wash the sports shoes incorrectly, it may well come loose. And if there are metal parts, they will probably leave traces of rust, which can no longer be removed. This is not the last item on the list of possible dangers.

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What shoes cannot be washed?

• Sports shoes with a lot of scenery. Most likely, all these decorative elements will fall off after the first wash.
• Cheap sneakers. Most of them are not of good quality. After washing, it will only get worse.
• Sports shoes made of genuine leather do not like water, so it is also undesirable to wash it. Although, if you are confident in the quality of the material and the sizing or firmware of the products, then go ahead! Many do this, and no negative consequences are observed.

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Some features:

• If sports shoes are leather, it is best to wipe it with a regular rag dipped in soapy water. Believe me, for this type of sneakers - this is more than enough if done regularly.
• Washing shoes from combined materials is necessary in delicate conditions with a temperature of no more than 30 degrees.
• If the surface of the sneakers is water-repellent, then during washing it will most likely wear off. However, do not be afraid. Return protection will help a special tool that can be inexpensively purchased at any shoe store. To surely choose high-quality, use the information from our review “The best water-repellent impregnation for shoes”.
• Shoes made of white material can be washed with the addition of a chlorine-free stain remover. Shoes will be like new.
• Some machines have a special mode for shoes with bindings. It will help to avoid frightening sounds from hitting parts of the sneakers against the wall of the drum.
• If the shoe surface is heavily soiled, rub it with gel or add a small amount of softener to the powder compartment. It will help the spots to move away better.
• If the washing machine is working properly, then most likely the dirt will be removed after washing. But if this is not so, then rub the stains with vinegar and repeat the procedure.

Important! It often happens that not only after intense training, but even after daily wear, athletic shoes begin to stink. Moreover, this is not always an indicator that products are of poor quality. Find out why this is happening and how to quickly remove the smell of sneakers.

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General rules for washing

Can I wash Adidas sneakers in a washing machine? It all depends on the manufacturer and on the specific model. Read the tags carefully to find out.

There were many cases when firms forbade washing their products, but people rarely paid attention to this. Over time, a base of methods and tips has been developed on how to wash sneakers in a washing machine:

• First, carefully inspect your athletic shoes. Places with protruding threads and foam rubber indicate that there is a high probability that after washing the sneakers in the machine, the sole will simply fall off. So it’s better to wash it with your hands.
• Thoroughly clean the sole before loading shoes into the drum. Some stones inside the washing machine may get stuck and break it.
• Insoles and laces are washed separately. If they are white, then toothpaste is most effective.
• So that athletic shoes do not damage the drum, they must be washed in a special bag, which can be purchased at any shoe store. As an alternative, you can use a regular pillowcase. Sneakers will not dangle inside, damaging the drum.
• You can also put soft towels along with shoes in the drum.
• On what program to wash sneakers? In delicate mode with a temperature of no more than 40 degrees.
• Do not place more than two pairs of shoes in a drum at the same time.
• Do not use spin. It is completely ineffective. All he does is break the suspension system.

Important! All these rules are simple, and with the help of home appliances you can regularly tidy your shoes. But then again, if it is of good quality. Perhaps you will find useful information on how to choose this:

• Rating manufacturers sneakers.
• How to choose sneakers for fitness?

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Drying

What is necessary for proper drying?

• Take out your sneakers after washing.
• Fill them with clean paper, without a picture. It is undesirable to use the newspaper - the text from it can be printed on the fabric, leaving spots.
• The best temperature for drying is room temperature. Leave them in this condition for several days. You can not resort to the help of electrical appliances, as well as drying sneakers in the scorching sun.

Important! Sometimes new shoes or already worn-out shoes begin to slip, thereby creating inconvenience. You can solve this problem without buying a new pair. Click on the link where we have collected the most effective ways, how to make sneakers not slip.

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That's all. As you can see, everything is quite easy and simple - just make a little effort. We figured out the question of how to properly wash the sneakers in the washing machine, which mode to choose, etc. Follow all the tips, recommendations, and you are guaranteed to achieve the desired result.