White shoes look great when they're brand new, but they may develop a less appealing shade after a lot of use.There are a variety of methods you can use to get them nice and clean again.
Step 1: The shoelaces need to be removed.
It's easier to clean your sneakers if you expose as much of the white canvas as possible.If you let shoelaces soak in a bucket or basin of soapy water, they may never be as bright as they used to be.Replacing old shoelaces with new ones is an alternative.
Step 2: The shoes are wet.
Put your shoes in the cold water.You can either rinse them under a running faucet or dunk them into a large bucket of water.Cold water will prevent the stains from setting in and ruining the white canvas.You can spread out a sheet of wax paper or plastic over your counter or floor to work on the process, or you can work over the sink.The process can get messy and the cleaning solution can affect the floor, so you want to avoid letting any excess drips off.
Step 3: The paste should be made with baking soda and vinegar.
A thin paste can be created by combining baking soda and white vinegar in a glass or plastic bowl.Don't use a metal bowl or spoon.The metal can react negatively.Depending on what you have on hand, you can use washing powder instead of baking soda or liquid laundry detergent.The mixture will still work even though it won't be as effective when made.The paste should have two parts baking soda and three parts vinegar.Red wine vinegar can stain, so do not use it.Only use enough of each to make a paste-like consistency.
Step 4: Remove the paste from the shoes.
A toothbrush or nail brush can be put into the homemade cleanser.The same brush is used to scrub the surface of the shoes all over.When done, rinse again under cool water.If you check on your progress, you can avoid getting baking soda or vinegar in your washing machine.
Step 5: Put your shoes in the washing machine.
Place your shoes in the washing machine with detergent.Use cold water to run the machine.Do not use bleach or detergent with it.If you want to prevent your shoes from banging around inside the washing machine, wrap them in a mesh or fabric laundry bag.
Step 6: Let the shoes dry.
The shoes have to be dry.To speed the process up, place your shoes in a warm, sunny location to dry.The light of the sun can cause a mild bleaching effect, which can help dry the shoes faster.Don't use a dryer.The shoes will lose their shape when they are machine dried.
Step 7: It's a good idea to use plain soap and water.
Squeak marks can be scrubbed with a sponge soaked in soapy water.A liquid dish detergent with no added fragrances or chemicals can be used.When bubbles form on the surface, mix a few drops into a cup of warm water.Use circular motions to rub the shoe with your sponge.
Step 8: Try it with WD-40.
If you want to remove the marks with a sponge or rag, spray a little WD-40 directly on them.WD-40 is often used to remove dirt from a range of surfaces.Only use it on the rubber part of the shoe.The oil-based product can leave stains on canvas.
Step 9: Remove nail polish.
Put a cotton ball or cotton pad in acetone nail polish remover and scrub the marks with it.To get rid of it, rub the mark with the nail polish remover.The mark should fade very quickly.It's best to use an acetone-based nail polish removal.
Step 10: Put a little bleach on it.
Add a small amount of bleach to the water.If you want to remove the marks from the toothbrush, Dunk it into the bleach mixture.There is a whitener called bleach, but it is also a harsh chemical.You should only use as much as you need to avoid damaging your shoes.You should only use it on the rubber portion of the shoe.
Step 11: Whitening toothpaste can be used to scrub out scuffs.
You can apply the toothpaste directly to the mark and scrub it with a toothbrush.It's better to have a toothpaste with baking soda in it.Baking soda can be used as a cleanser and as an abrasive to remove stains.If you can't find a baking soda toothpaste, there's another one that has a whitening agent.
Step 12: Use lemon.
If you want to apply the cut side of the lemon to the marks on your shoe, you have to cut a lemon in half.To remove the mark, scrub vigorously.Lemon juice can be used as an alternative to bleach.After 15 to 20 minutes, rinse the lemon juice off with plain water.If you don't have lemons, you can use lemon juice and a toothbrush or rag to clean the spot.
Step 13: It's a good idea to apply petroleum jelly.
It's a good idea to rub petroleum jelly on the mark.After five minutes, wipe it away with a damp rag.It is possible to lift away the debris with the help of petroleum jelly.If possible, keep the rubber portion of the shoe and avoid the canvas part.Light stains can be caused by the oil in petroleum jelly.
Step 14: Rub the scuffs with alcohol.
The rubbing alcohol should be applied with a cotton ball or cotton pad.When done, clean any remaining alcohol off with a damp rag.Rubbing alcohol is a very strong household substance that can remove stubborn debris.
Step 15: The shoelaces need to be removed.
It's easier to clean your sneakers if you expose as much of the white canvas as possible.If you let shoelaces soak in a bucket or basin of soapy water, they may never be as bright as they used to be.Replacing your old shoelaces with new ones is an alternative.
Step 16: The shoes should be moist.
Put your shoes in cold water.You can either rinse them under a running faucet or dunk them into a large bucket of water.Making the shoe damp ensures that there will be enough moist air throughout the entire cleaning process.
Step 17: You can use a magic eraser.
Use a magic eraser to gently scrub the canvas shoes from toe to heel, getting as much of the material as possible.If one spot of the sponge gets dirty, turn it to another part.If you prefer to keep chemicals out of your home, or if you have pets or young kids, magic erasers are an excellent option.There is an eraser with a melamine polymer.It feels flexible and soft to the touch, but it is actually an effective abrasive foam.The dirt is removed with force when you use the eraser.
Step 18: Let the air dry.
To dry the shoes, place them in a warm, sunny location.It helps to heighten the effect by speeding the process up.The light of the sun has a mild bleaching effect, which can help dry the shoes faster.Do not use a dryer.The shoes will lose their shape if they are machine dried.
Step 19: The shoelaces should be removed.
It is easier to clean your sneakers if you expose as much of the white canvas as possible.You can clean shoelaces by soaking them in a bucket or basin of soapy water, but know that they may never be as bright as they used to be.Replacing your old shoelaces with new ones is an alternative.
Step 20: A stain stick can be used to clean a dirtied spot.
You can use a spot cleaning stain stick.Follow the instructions on the label when using the stain stick cleaner.Unless the label specifically calls for it, no pre-moistening is required when using a stain stick.To find out how much water to use, follow the instructions on the label.You will usually rub the moistened tip of the stain stick over the stains on your shoes using a circular motion.The cleanser should be extended just outside the edge of the stain to prevent it from spreading.
Step 21: Put your shoes in the washing machine.
Place your shoes in the washing machine with detergent.The machine can be run on a full cycle.Do not use chlorine bleach.If you want to prevent your shoes from banging around in the washing machine, wrap them in a mesh or fabric laundry bag before throwing them into the machine.
Step 22: Let the shoes dry.
The shoes must be dry.To speed the process up, place your shoes in a warm, sunny, and dry place.The light of the sun can cause a mild bleaching effect, which can help dry the shoes faster.Do not use a dryer.The shoes will lose their shape when they are machine dried.