We’ve all been there: you’re out for a walk in your pristine white faux leather or synthetic sneakers, and out of nowhere, the sky darkens, leaving you in the middle of a downpour and slippery mud. Well, don’t worry! Here’s a guide to cleaning white shoes.
Clarification: The methods below cannot be applied to natural leather.
How to clean sneakers?
White sneakers complement most outfits and can be worn for almost any occasion. It’s always helpful to know how to clean muddy shoes, and how to clean white shoes in particular, especially when the weather is so unpredictable!
Luckily, muddy synthetic leather or faux leather sneakers can be easily cleaned, as can pristine white shoes. Follow these tips if you don’t know how to clean white leather sneakers.
How to remove stains from white shoes?
Some people put shoes in the washing machine, unaware that the high temperatures can cause them to shrink and become misshapen. Below, we show you how to clean shoe soles, how to clean the inside of shoes, and how to remove stains from white shoes in the easiest and safest way:
- Absorb wet stains from shoes with a clean cloth or paper towel.
- Apply Cif cream to the stains using a clean, damp sponge. Cif’s cleaning power works on the entire surface of your shoes, including the leather upper, rubber sole, and laces. Its formula with microparticles removes tough dirt without damaging surfaces.
- Gently clean the stains by making circular motions on the shoes.
- When you’re finished, use a damp cloth to remove any remaining product and let them dry completely before putting them on.
- Don’t forget to wash the laces: when doing so, place the laces inside a sock and wash them normally to prevent them from getting tangled inside your washing machine.
Want to know our most important tip for cleaning muddy shoes? Remove the stain as soon as possible to help prevent damage and permanent stains.
Everything looks better when it’s clean, so your shoes can shine with Cif. Bye-bye dirt, hello beautiful shoes!
Clarification: Before using the product, read the instructions for use and warnings. Always test on a small, inconspicuous area before use.