To restore white canvas sneakers like Vans or Converse back to their bright white hue, follow these steps:
- Untie and remove the shoelaces.
- Use a soft brush to remove loose dirt, including along the rubber edge and tongue.
- Mix a few drops of dish soap, like Dawn, into a cup of warm water.
- Dip a cloth or soft brush into the soapy water and gently go over both shoes.
- Clean rubber soles and sides with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.
- Wet another cloth with plain water and wipe the shoes to rinse.
- Stuff the sneakers with white paper towels to absorb moisture and maintain the shape.
- 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:
- Untie and remove the shoelaces.
- Use a soft brush to brush off loose dust and dirt.
- Mix a few drops of dishwashing liquid, like Dawn, into a cup of warm water.
- Dip a cloth or soft brush into the soapy water and gently go over the entire shoe.
- Clean rubber soles and sides with a Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.
- Wet a cloth with plain water and wipe the shoes to rinse them.
- Stuff the sneakers with white paper towels to absorb moisture and maintain the shape.
- 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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