White sneakers are beautiful, but there’s a little problem: cleaning them!
There’s nothing worse than buying a nice pair of white sneakers and, after wearing them once or twice, feeling like they’re aged, yellowed, and often end up forgotten in the closet.
I bring good news! There are 5 tricks to clean white sneakers and make them look new again! Check them out.
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How to clean white sneakers: what you need to know
For each pair of white sneakers, there is a specific cleaning procedure due to the material they are made of, such as leather, canvas, or even plastic.
Before starting the cleaning, check the material of your white sneakers and if they have colored details like embroidery or patterns, including the rubber parts of the shoes. If the answer is yes, be extra careful when using bleach-based products.
Another point to consider is the level of dirt on your sneakers. In some cases, it will be necessary to repeat the process. To wash your white sneakers, choose sunny days as they will dry faster, and the sun is a great ally to make them whiter. However, remember to check the label of your shoes before exposing them to the sun.
First step to clean your sneakers and make them white
Before starting any cleaning process, remove the laces and use a soft brush to remove dirt from the sole.
Now, discover 5 tricks to complete the cleaning of your white sneakers!
White sneakers in the washing machine
Place the sneakers and laces separately inside a mesh bag and put them in the washing machine.
Set the washing machine to a gentle cycle and low water level.
Use half the amount of laundry detergent used for a normal wash.
Air dry them.
Cleaning with baking soda
In a container, mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda, 1/2 tablespoon of water, and 1/2 tablespoon of hydrogen peroxide to create a smooth paste.
Using a toothbrush, gently apply the mixture to remove loose dirt from the entire sneaker.
Apply a new layer of the mixture.
Place the laces in the container with the remaining paste.
Let the sneakers and laces dry in the sun for 3 to 4 hours, or until the paste is dry and crumbly.
Remove excess paste with the toothbrush.
Using a multipurpose cleaner
Apply the product all over the sneakers.
Scrub the sneakers using a toothbrush.
Remove excess product with a clean, soft cloth.
With a damp toothbrush, scrub the sneakers until they appear white again.
Handwashing with bleach
Do not use this solution on colored sneakers.
Wear gloves when washing.
In a container, mix 4 parts water to 1 part bleach.
Dip a toothbrush into the solution and scrub the dirty parts of the sneakers.
Rinse the toothbrush and, with it damp, scrub the stains until they disappear.
Cleaning white leather sneakers with toothpaste
Use a cloth to remove dust and easy stains.
Apply toothpaste to the sneakers, including any rubber parts, using a toothbrush and scrub.
Remove the toothpaste with a damp cloth.
Now that you know how to clean your white sneakers, wear them without fear!
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