Say goodbye to stainsthese three cleaning methods will restore your white leather sneakers in no time.
This guide shows you how to clean white leather shoes to keep them looking fresh.
(You’ll also avoid having to buynew white sneakersas often.)
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Trust us, your well-worn white leather will look brand new before you know it.
The frequency also depends on how often you wear them and if any stains get on them.
Apply every few weeks, if necessary.
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(Check product labels and instructions.)
Here’s how to use one on leather shoes.
You’ll be amazed at how much dirt this removes.
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Moisture can be damaging to leather, so verify to dry the shoes thoroughly with a towel.
Here’s how to do it.
Feel free to add more water or baking soda to form a thicker paste.
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Wipe off the paste with a damp cloth.
Dry your white leather sneakers thoroughly since moisture can damage leather.
If the stains are still there, repeat the process.
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White soap is best so that dyes from the soap don’t rub off on your white shoes.
Using a gentle scrubbing motion, apply the soap to the upper part of the shoe to remove stains.
When finished scrubbing, wipe away excess soap and residue with a damp cloth.
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Dry the shoes with a clean towel.
Step 1: Soak in Soapy Water
Fill a small bowl with warm, soapy water.
Add shoelaces to the bowl and let them soak for 10 minutes.
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Step 2: Scrub
Scrub the shoelacesclean with a small brush.
Pay special attention to dirt and set-in stains.
Step 3: Hang to Dry
Hang shoelaces to dry before relacing your shoes.
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you’re able to hang them on a doorknob, stair railing, or hanger.
Read the ingredients and instructions carefully before applying to be sure it doesn’t damage the leather.
The tea leaves in the bag will absorb moisture, helping to remove odors.
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Wipe off the baking soda with a clean cloth before wearing them.
Let shoes rest in a well-ventilated area for about 15 minutes.
Remove the vinegar with a damp cloth and allow the shoes to completely air-dry before wearing.
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Here’s how to clean more stubborn grass and blood stains if the above methods don’t work.
Take a soft bristle brush and gently scrub.
Allow it to sit for 10 to 15 minutes before rinsing the shoe with clean water.
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If the stain remains, try the method again.
Blood
There are several ways toremove blood stainsfrom white leather shoes.
Pat dry with a clean cloth.
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you’re free to also try a 1:1 ratio of vinegar and water.
A leather conditioner will help blend shallow cracks and make them less noticeable.
For deeper cracks, find a leather repair filler in white.
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A scrubbing paste with baking soda and toothpaste can whiten leather shoes that have started to yellow.
Alternatively, there are specialized whitening leather cleaners and leather recoloring balms that come in white.
No, you should never put white leather shoes or sneakers in the washing machine.
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If you or someone in your household accidentally washed your shoes, don’t panic.
Remove them (no dryer!
), and stuff them with paper towels to fill out their shape.
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Let them air dry with no direct sunlight, and apply a leather conditioner once dry.
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