How to Wash Sneakers: Rules People Don't Know or Forget

26.05.2023 14:04

The easiest way to tidy up your summer sports shoes is to throw them in the washing machine drum and trust the results to your household appliances.

There is no dispute - the choice is right. But in order for the result not to diverge from the expectations, you need to know 7 important rules, without which the shoes can be ruined.

1. Before washing, be sure to remove the laces and insoles from the sneakers.

2. Wash your sneakers in a washing machine on a delicate cycle at a temperature no higher than 30 degrees.

3. Do not use bleach or harsh detergents that may damage the material of the sneakers.

Sneakers
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4. If the sneakers are heavily soiled, you can use a stain remover to remove the stains.

5. After washing, do not wring out the water from the sneakers, just let it drain.

6. After washing, air dry your sneakers or use a special drying machine.

7. After drying, apply a protective shoe spray to maintain the appearance and extend the life of your shoes.

Personal experience suggests that you can do without washing if you clean and dry your shoes in the fresh air in a timely manner or with the help of folk tricks.

Author: Igor Zur Internet resource editor