How to Clean White Sneakers

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To restore white canvas sneakers like Vans or Converse back to their bright white hue, follow these steps:

  1. Untie and remove the shoelaces.
  2. Use a soft brush to remove loose dirt, including along the rubber edge and tongue.
  3. Mix a few drops of dish soap, like Dawn, into a cup of warm water.
  4. Dip a cloth or soft brush into the soapy water and gently go over both shoes.
  5. Clean rubber soles and sides with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.
  6. Wet another cloth with plain water and wipe the shoes to rinse.
  7. Stuff the sneakers with white paper towels to absorb moisture and maintain the shape.
  8. Let the shoes dry at room temperature.

For tough stains on white canvas shoes: Dip a brush in hydrogen peroxide and scrub. Wipe with a clean, wet cloth and air dry.

How to Clean White Leather Sneakers


For leather shoes — like white Adidas or Nike sneakers — follow a similar method:

  1. Untie and remove the shoelaces.
  2. Use a soft brush to brush off loose dust and dirt.
  3. Mix a few drops of dishwashing liquid, like Dawn, into a cup of warm water.
  4. Dip a cloth or soft brush into the soapy water and gently go over the entire shoe.
  5. Clean rubber soles and sides with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.
  6. Wet a cloth with plain water and wipe the shoes to rinse them.
  7. Stuff the sneakers with white paper towels to absorb moisture and maintain the shape.
  8. After they dry at room temperature, apply a leather conditioner, like GH Seal star Furniture Clinic Leather Protection Cream to help keep the shoes soft and supple. wet cloth and air dry.

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