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Toothpaste, baking powder etc. in check Dirty and gray? With these five tips, your white sneakers will shine like new again
White sneakers always work!
Hardly any other shoe is as versatile and popular as the classic white sneaker. Whether in everyday life, in the office or for going out – the bright white (almost) always fits. The problem with this styling classic: the cool kicks quickly get dirty. So the question arises as to which method is the best to make them shine white again. We'll show you five tips and tricks to make your sneakers look like new again. Which cleaning method works best – in the video.
Tip number 1: Thanks to the home remedy baking soda, you can get your sneakers back to their brilliant white color
As a tried and tested home remedy and a real miracle weapon for or against almost everything baking powder! So it's no wonder that it is also ideal for cleaning white sneakers.
What you need for this:
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baking powder
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Glass
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colorless dishwashing liquid
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a clean toothbrush
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Water
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Cloth
And this is how you can easily clean it in no time:
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Mix baking soda and dishwashing detergent in a 1:1 ratio in a glass and apply to the dirty areas in circular movements with the moistened brush.
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Allow the foam to work for a while.
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Then wipe with a damp cloth and let the sneakers dry in peace.
Tip number 2: Hand washing ensures safety and precision!
If you can invest more time and want to be sure that your dirty sneakers are really clean again, a cleaning set from a professional is the right choice. With brush* or create your own sponge – done!
Important: Before cleaning, the shoelaces should be removed and cleaned separately.
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The shoelaces To do this, put it in a bowl with lukewarm water and shampoo and let the whole thing take effect for a while. Rub the laces in your hands every now and then and then pull them through a microfiber cloth once to completely remove the dirt. Allow to dry and then line up again.
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Tip number 3: Put sneakers in the washing machine
If you pay attention to the following things, you can simply put your dirty sneakers in the washing machine throw. But:
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Use a special shoe washing bag!
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The washing temperature should not be too high, 30 degrees is sufficient. A time of around 30 minutes is also sufficient.
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It's best to use the gentle cycle.
Please note that high temperatures and spinning can cause adhesives to come loose, the shoe to deform or the sole to crack!
This is how sneakers should be dried
Leather and heat? Not a good combo. Leather shoes that are freshly soaked are particularly sensitive to heating. Instead of a sauna, grab a towel and then let it air dry in peace. If you want to do it right, use a shoe tree. This not only helps to maintain the shape – models made of wood also absorb moisture and unpleasant odors.
Reading tip: Clean sneakers in the washing machine – this is how it works!
In the video: How to properly clean suede sneakers – here's how to do it
Tip number 4: Miracle weapon dirt eraser
You can get dirt erasers for just a little money at the drugstore.
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Dirt eraser* – also called magic or miracle sponge – can be bought in almost every drugstore or online for little money. They remove stubborn dirt and stains on rubber soles, toes and even on smooth and artificial leather. The parts have their name for a reason: they simply erase the dirt away.
Tip number 5: Waterproofing spray protects against dirt and water
To ensure that the white sneakers are less sensitive from the start, they should be regularly impregnated before wearing them for the first time – and afterwards – to protect them from moisture and dirt. There are now even waterproofing sprays specifically for sneakers* made of leather and rubber and also protective sprays with sun protection factor, which are intended to prevent the white sneakers from yellowing.
More alternatives
The manufacturers of the popular white shoes also offer cleaning and care sets. The Sneaker Cleaning Kit from Adidas, for example, comes with the products you need for sparkling white shoes: a cleaning liquid, a brush and a microfiber cloth – a spa set for your shoes. According to the manufacturer, the kit should work with leather, textile and even synthetics – so no matter whether you rock Stan Smith, Superstar or Yeezy, the kit will make you shine.
Note: Prices are volatile and dealers sometimes adjust the recommended retail price (RRP). If the prices differ from those stated here, the dealers have changed them after the article was published.
Sneaker cleaning cloths for those who don't like cleaning
Sometimes you don't want to scrub. You want to wipe – and move on. This is exactly what cleaning cloths like those from Jason Markk are ideal for. They fit in every handbag and will spontaneously save your day if a few drops land on your shoe while eating coffee to go. On Amazon, the Quick Wipes have received 4.5 out of five stars from over 1,000 satisfied customers.
Stubborn spots? Leather soap!
When it comes to leather sneakers, it's worth picking up Leather soap. It can do more than just remove stains from sofas and car seats – it can also help the upper material of shoes get a lot of freshness back. Important: read the cleaning instructions, use water and friction as sparingly as possible and never mix different cleaning agents together.
Tip: If you want to be on the safe side, test the whole thing in an inconspicuous place in advance – for example on the inside or the sneaker tongue.
Things are different with canvas, cotton or synthetic materials. They are more forgiving of small experiments, even if dirt tends to get stuck deep here. Curd soap or Mild detergent are among the classics in the fight against stains and odors – even beyond the sneaker world.
Last but not least: Ideally, store your beloved sneakers at home in a dark closet so that they don't get a yellow tinge. (mwe/vdü)
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