The festival season is coming to an end. All that remains are great memories and mud-splattered, dirty shoes. But don't panic: with these Tips and tricks, your sneakers will be thoroughly clean again.
Wash shoes in the washing machine
Before you put your shoes in the washing machine, first remove all dirt from them and take out any parts that could come loose.
- In case of heavy soiling: Remove as much dirt as possible BEFORE Laundry. Use a soft brush or a damp cloth for this.
- Unpack the shoe: Remove shoelaces, insoles, and loose parts such as appliqués
You hand over the shoes and the shoelaces into a wash bag or an old pillowcase. Now it's time for Laundry.
- The best shoes Wash together with bed linenThis protects the washing machine from shoes tumbling around inside.
- Give a bluu Laundry Detergent Sheets into the machine.
- Select one gentle spin cycle.
- Position maximum 30 degrees and a Delicate or easy-care program a.
After Laundry, the shoes need to dry as quickly as possible, otherwise there is a risk of mold growth.
- Stuff the shoes with newspaper and place them in a well-ventilated area. The newspaper not only speeds up drying, but also restores the shoes to their proper shape.
- Never put the shoes in the dryer or on the heater.
How to wash your shoes by hand
Even when washing your shoes and sneakers by hand, you should first remove heavy dirt such as mud and grime. For example, you can use a toothbrush and a soft, damp cloth.
Wash shoes with bluu
Make a mild soapy solution. This works great with the bluu Laundry Detergent Sheets! Tear off a small piece of the Laundry Detergent Sheets and dissolve it in lukewarm water.
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Dip the brush or your cloth in and gently wipe the shoes clean.
This way, you can not only wash off outdoor mud or dirt from hiking trips, but also remove salt streaks left behind during winter use.
Machine-washable shoes
- Synthetic shoes, such as athletic shoes and sneakers
- Fabric shoes, such as canvas or espadrilles
- slippers
Shoes that should not be put in the washing machine
- Shoes with appliqués or embellishments
- Leather shoes
There are of course exceptions. If you are unsure whether your shoes are safe to wash, visit the manufacturer's website. You will often find general care tips posted there.
Waterproofing shoes: Yes or no?
Waterproofing is worth it: The protects Keep away from water and rain and Prevents dirt from penetrating deep into the fabric.
There are special waterproofing sprays formulated for every material and every shoe color.
Wax creams are also a great (and more eco-friendly) way to protect shoes, especially leather shoes.
When the sneaker smells bad
Especially during summer, we sweat more heavily, and our sneakers start to develop an unpleasant odor.
This is what you can do about it.
With baking powder or baking soda
Baking powder and baking soda are an effective solution: both trap moisture and absorb the unpleasant odors from your sneakers.
- Sprinkle one tablespoon of baking powder or baking soda inside your shoe
- Leave it to work overnight, preferably for 24 hours
- Suck out the powder
With coffee
If you have a coffee machine at home, you can use the coffee grounds.
Let it dry thoroughly, then spread it directly inside the shoe. You can also lay down some household paper first and spread the product onto that instead.
The strong coffee smell masks other odors. and the stench has already dissipated after just a few hours.
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