White sneakers have been all the rage for several seasons now. However, they don’t keep their shine for very long and can quickly look dirty. Whether they’re fabric or leather sneakers, discover all our tips for cleaning white sneakers properly!
A clean white sneaker
Summary hide
1 Can you wash white sneakers in the washing machine?
2 How to clean white canvas and fabric sneakers by hand?
2.1 Clean white fabric sneakers with baking soda and dishwashing liquid
2.2 Clean white fabric sneakers with Marseille soap, lemon juice and white vinegar
2.3 Cleaning white fabric sneakers with white vinegar
2.4 Cleaning white fabric sneakers with toothpaste
3 How to clean white leather sneakers by hand?
3.1 Cleaning white leather sneakers with soapy water
3.2 Cleaning stains on white leather sneakers with nail polish remover
3.3 Whiten white leather sneakers with shoe polish or makeup remover
Can you wash white sneakers in the washing machine?
It all depends on the type of shoe! White fabric sneakers that are sewn and not glued can be washed in the washing machine . For the rest, it is better to wash them by hand.
As for white leather sneakers, it is strongly advised not to machine wash them.
Generally speaking, it is best to avoid washing sneakers in the washing machine to avoid damaging them and the washing machine. If you still want to take the risk, take precautions:
Remove the laces, wash them by hand or place them in a protective net;
Remove the insole;
Place each sneaker in a protective bag to avoid damaging the machine drum;
Add soft items such as bath towels to cushion the shocks in the drum;
Choose a short program without spinning and at a low temperature (30°C maximum);
Air dry the sneakers out of direct sunlight and stuff them with newspaper to keep their shape.
How to clean white canvas and fabric sneakers by hand?
To clean white canvas sneakers by hand , there are several solutions available to you:
Clean white fabric sneakers with baking soda and dishwashing liquid
Fill a basin with hot water into which you can pour the equivalent of 3 tablespoons of dishwashing liquid and 3 tablespoons of baking soda. Immerse the white canvas sneakers in it and leave to act for a few minutes.
Using a brush, scrub the sneakers using circular motions. Rinse with clean water. Air dry the sneakers away from sunlight and stuff them with newspaper to keep their shape.
Clean white fabric sneakers with Marseille soap, lemon juice and white vinegar
Marseille soap is perfect for cleaning white canvas sneakers. To do this, fill a basin with hot water, add Marseille soap, the juice of a lemon and a glass of white vinegar . These household products are natural , effective and easy to obtain.
Soak the sneakers, leave for a few minutes and scrub with a brush. Rinse with clean water, air dry the sneakers away from sunlight and stuff them with newspaper to keep their shape.
How to clean white fabric sneakers with white vinegar
To clean white fabric sneakers with white vinegar , the process is the same. Fill a basin with hot water, add a glass of white vinegar, immerse the sneakers and let it sit for a few minutes.
Take a brush and scrub the sneakers using circular motions. Rinse with clean water and air dry the sneakers, away from the sun, having previously filled them with newspaper to keep their shape.
How to clean white fabric sneakers with toothpaste
Surprisingly, you can use toothpaste to clean white canvas sneakers by hand . Be sure to choose white toothpaste, not colored toothpaste. Toothpaste can be used for many different tasks , so be sure to always have a supply, especially if you have yellowed plastic to whiten .
To do this, simply dampen the sneakers, place a dab of toothpaste on the stains and rub with a brush (or a toothbrush) using circular motions.
Let stand for a few minutes and remove the excess with a clean cloth. Rinse with clean water, air dry away from sunlight, having previously filled them with newspaper to keep their shape.
How to clean white leather sneakers by hand?
Clean white sneakers
Do you have white leather sneakers ? To avoid damaging this fragile material, hand cleaning is essential.
How to clean white leather sneakers with soapy water
To start, you can use a damp cloth soaked in soapy water to wipe over the entire surface of the shoes. Use a soft brush and make circular movements to clean the sneakers. Rinse and air dry.
How to clean stains on white leather sneakers with nail polish remover
A simple wash with soapy water is not enough to remove stains from your white leather sneakers ? In this case, you can use a formidable product: nail polish remover.
Soak a cotton cloth in nail polish remover and rub until the stains disappear. Rinse with clean water using a cloth and let air dry, away from sunlight. You can put newspaper in the bottom of the shoes to keep them in shape.
Whiten white leather sneakers with shoe polish or makeup remover
To whiten white leather sneakers , polishes will be your best allies. Not only do they clean the surface of the leather, but they also restore shine to the leather . Note that you can replace the polish with makeup remover milk.
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