What to do if dirt has ingrained itself into leather shoes: mix three simple remedies

08.04.2023 16:16

Leather is an excellent material for shoes because it is durable and comfortable.

In addition, leather boots and shoes are easy to clean.

However, problems do not arise only if the dirt has not become embedded in the skin.

But if the unpleasant phenomenon does make itself known, then the shoes stop shining. And using a damp cloth or shoe cream will not give any result.

On dark shoes, ingrained dirt is not so noticeable. But if the material is light, then the problem needs to be solved immediately.

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How to save shoes

The following tools will come to the rescue, which can almost always be found in the apartment:

  • baking soda;
  • washing powder;
  • toothpaste.

The result of mixing these three components will be a mass that can easily cope with even ingrained dirt.

You need to apply the prepared paste to the leather shoes and thoroughly wipe the surface with an unnecessary toothbrush. The remains of the product should be washed off.

The result of the procedure will pleasantly surprise the owner: the shoes will become not just clean, but shiny.

Author: Kurchev Anton Deputy Editor-in-Chief