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Converse shoes often get dirty and scratched, but they are also very easy to clean. Using your hands to clean each part of the shoe will help remove stains and scratches. If you need to clean the whole pair of shoes, you can put the shoes in the washing machine. With stubborn stains and scratches, you can try a few tips to clean your shoes quickly.
Steps
Clean every stain
Mix cleaning solution. Since Converse shoes are made of canvas, washing powder will be very effective for cleaning stains and minor scratches. Dissolve 1/4 cup of laundry detergent with 2 cups of warm water in a bowl. If your shoe is full of mud, you need to add a cleaning solution to clean the remaining shoe. Besides washing powder, you can also use the following detergents: [1] X Research Source
- Dishwashing liquid
- Shampoo
- Shower gel
- Glass washing water
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Prepare a bowl of warm water. This will be the “flush” bowl that you use to clean your towels after applying the cleaning solution.
Dip a towel in the soapy solution and proceed to clean the shoes. Clean each section, using a towel to wipe away dirt and scratches. Apply soap to the burlap so that it absorbs evenly. Rinse the towel occasionally with clean water, then dip it in soapy water and continue wiping. [2] X Research Source
- If necessary, remove the laces and possibly use a towel to clean the laces.
- You can also use this method to clean the inside of your shoes.
Scrub the rubber and sole of the shoe. Stains will be easily cleaned when scrubbed with a cloth dipped in soap. For hard spots, use an old toothbrush to clean up the dirt.
- Rub the sole and the rubber underneath the canvas.
- Focus on the upper part of the shoe, which is often scratched.
- Quick wiping with a wet cloth is also a way if the rubber part is not very dirty.
Wipe the shoes with a clean wet cloth. Use a towel to clean the dirt or soap left on the shoes after scrubbing. Check the shoes again to see if you are satisfied with the cleaning of the shoes with this method. If stubborn stains and scratches persist, try another method.
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Dry the shoes. You can stuff newspaper or other hard material to keep the shape of the shoe. Place shoes in a cool place to dry them quickly. Shoelaces will dry separately as they take a long time to dry completely. You can then lace up your shoes and put them on.
- To make your shoes dry faster, you can leave them to dry in the sun. However, you still have to be careful if your shoes are dark in color as the sun can fade the color.
- You can also use the dryer on a low setting to help the shoes dry faster.
Use a washing machine
Remove shoelaces and insoles. This method is suitable for cleaning the entire shoe, inside and out. Shoes will be cleaner when you remove the shoelaces and insoles to wash them separately.
Pre-treat with a stain remover. If your shoes have grass, food, or grease on them, they will be cleaned up if you pre-treat them with a stain remover. A stain remover can be used for clothing. Apply to the stain and let it sit for the required time before washing the shoe.
- If your shoes are heavily colored, you should test the stain remover on an inconspicuous part of the shoe (such as the inside of the tongue) before applying it to the outside. If it fades the color, don’t use it.
- You should also brush off dirt and other things on the shoes before washing the shoes. To avoid clogging the washing machine.
Put the shoes, shoelaces and insoles in the laundry bag. You can use a dedicated laundry bag or a pillowcase that is tied tightly around the mouth. This will protect the shoes and keep the machine from slamming during washing.
Wash shoes on a gentle cycle. Use warm water to help remove dirt and stains from your shoes. You can use cold water if you are worried about the shoes fading. Do not use hot water, no matter how dirty your shoes are because the heat will melt the glue causing the shoes to peel off faster than usual.
- Use the same amount of detergent as you would use to wash less clothes.
- Do not wash shoes with clothes because shoes will damage fabrics, especially delicate fabrics.
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Dry the shoes. Limit drying of shoes with a dryer even at low heat. The heat will damage the shoes because the glue in the shoes will melt. Instead, stuff the shoe with newspaper or hard material and let it dry in a cool place. Put the insoles on and lace the shoes when they are completely dry.
Tips for cleaning stains and scratches
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Use a magic eraser sponge to clean the stain. Magic eraser sponge is a product that effectively removes grass, food, oil and other stains. You can also use it to clean scratches on the rubber part of your shoes. Use a magic eraser sponge if cleaning the stain doesn’t work. [3] X Research Sources
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Use baking soda and hydrogen peroxide. This mixture is a strong natural cleanser. It is effective for cleaning white shoes. If your shoes are colored, test under the tongue before applying on the entire shoe as it may cause the shoe to fade. Here’s how to clean shoes with baking soda and hydrogen peroxide:
- Mix the flour mixture of 1 tablespoon baking soda, 1/2 tablespoon hydrogen peroxide, and 1/2 tablespoon warm water.
- Use an old toothbrush to take a little of the powder mixture and rub it on the dirty area.
- Let the powder on the shoes dry for about 20 minutes.
- Then rinse with water. Repeat this if needed.
Use rubbing alcohol. Rubbing alcohol is also effective for cleaning ink stains and minor scratches. Dip a cotton ball in rubbing alcohol and dab it on the stain. Continue using a cotton ball to gently rub the dirty area. When you see the stain fade and absorb into the cotton pad, continue wiping until the stain is clean.
- If you want to remove nail polish, use nail polish remover.
- If you want to clean the paint, use a paint thinner.
- You can use toothpaste to clean the scratch.
Shoe eraser. This way is exclusive to white Converse shoes; Don’t try if you don’t want to lose the existing color of the shoes! If your shoes are white, bleach carefully to remove stubborn stains. Do it in a well-ventilated room, wearing old clothes that you don’t have to worry about if you accidentally get bleach.
- Mix one part bleach to 5 parts water.
- Use an old toothbrush to scrub the stain with bleach.
- Then wash with clean water. Repeat until the stain is cleaned.
Advice
- Do not reuse a toothbrush that has cleaned your shoes to brush your teeth.
- Use a toothbrush to clean shoelaces.
- Use toothpaste to clean the rubber part, it will look like new but don’t let it get on the fabric or it will stain.
- You can wash your shoelaces, but be careful if they’re not the type that came with the shoe.
- Avoid washing shoes in the washing machine because the rubber part can come off.
- Try using nail polish remover to clean your shoes.
- You can bleach the rubber part, but limit bleaching the fabric to avoid yellowing it.
- Avoid using products with a lot of bleach as this can damage the shoes.
Warning
- Do not soak Converse shoes for too long in water as the shoe glue may come off. Only clean each shoe with clean water.
- Choose a cleaning solution and never mix cleaning solutions together as they can create a chemical reaction.
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Converse shoes often get dirty and scratched, but they are also very easy to clean. Using your hands to clean each part of the shoe will help remove stains and scratches. If you need to clean the whole pair of shoes, you can put the shoes in the washing machine. With stubborn stains and scratches, you can try a few tips to clean your shoes quickly.
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