How can I finally clean these?!

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Any suggestions how to get these back to looking like new? I have put threw machine a few times but nothing is working and I don't want to do a boil wash in case I ruin them 😐

William · Answer

I don't know if that is the color or if the color bled. I clean my sneakers with white toothpaste (not gel) and a damp tooth brush and cloth. I bought a pair of Starter sneakers at a garage sale for three bucks. I wear wide shoes. Used toothpaste on them when I got home and they look as good as new. I also use toothpaste on gold, silver jewelry and copper/brass items I sell on Ebay.

Janet Pizaro · Answer

If all else fails try Mr. Clean Magic Eraser.

Shelly McGee Pilcher · Answer

oxyclean! Find it in Walmart or any grocery store

Joanie · Answer

I have discovered Shout as a good spot cleaner. Spray on, let set and scrub clean with a small brush of some kind. It works on carpet stains WONDERFUL......try it on your shoes. Never know???

ROBIN · Answer

LIQUID DISHWASHER SOAP THAT YOU PUT IN YOUR DISHWASHER. SOAK IN HOT WATER.

Marilee H · Answer

I can't tell what these are made of, but had you thought of painting or dying them instead of cleaning?

Rudy · Answer

I am a clean freak so I think you should go to sneaker store and. I am sure you can get a wide

pair of New sneakers. If new bothers you you can wet them and wear them to shap your foot. I wish you luck for a new pair of fun and colored sneakers. Lynne.

Kdblaisdell · Answer

WhiteBrite is sold at most retailers and is amazing.

Kke7992002 · Answer

If I have something that I have tried everything to get a stain out and I am just going to throw them away any way, then I use floor wax remover. I have had it get out plenty of things. Make sure this is your last resort.

Karen Walker · Answer

If you have ever put them in the dryer then the stains are set in. Consider using a good quality fabric dye for a new look. Use a sponge brush to apply. Follow instructions carefully. Then set the color in the dryer!

Rachel · Answer

Did you spray a heavy-dutie stain remover before putting it through the wash? I also had good experience using toothpaste as @william suggested.

Shui · Answer

Take them to a shoemaker to get professionally buffed. Alternatively, they have shoe buffers outside train stations and in hotels.

Car3787789 · Answer

Can't tell what they are made of but if they are leather there are special cleaners to use which can be purchased at shoe stores. Best to try anything on a small spot first.

Lgr9562247 · Answer

Back in the 50s and 60s we just used white liquid shoe polish on our sneakers. Cheap, still available, and works well.

Cori Widen · Answer

What about shoe polish?

Miri Stoner---- · Answer

Maybe you can paint them?

Leah Deverett · Answer

Stain remover spray!

Ilan Davidovics · Answer

Detergent and a towel! It worked great for my toms.

Hillela G. · Answer

Try Whitebright!

Rachel · Answer

Great idea Hillela!

Becca · Answer

For years my sons while at school and home it is unbelieveable what they do to they tennis shoes even with leather on them .....I get a nail brush sometimes shout spray stain remover but most important its name is just what it does at any dollar general store you will find it for a dollar a large bottle 'Awesome' spray on shoe and start scrubbing with a nail brush use a damp cloth to wipe suds continue scrubbing whip and use a little at a time water to wipe off and watch what your tenny's look life after a good wash with awesome. My kids grew up and born in California and all kids there look as if they wear a new pair of tennis shoes everyday > its a style fashion thing mainly in high school try it you'll have to see for your self this liquid is exactly what its name is 'Awesome' I use it on the carpets, walls, interior in my car, it is really awesome !

Holly Hecker-Pupo · Answer

Oxyclean, and a nail brush. And scrub

Cla11645917 · Answer

My friend used to used the liquid detergent-Ivory and mix a little bleach and rub on with towel and wipe off, works great, just don't use too much bleach, try to rub a spot first to see how it works, good luck!

Inetia · Answer

Soak in a bucket of oxyclean for a few hours, then scrub with a brush while in the bucket. Repeat till clean or soak over night in the and scrub again in the morning. If not clean by morning it's time to mix another batch of oxyclean and start all over. When you're satisfied with the result rinse them very thoroughly before drying. Boot dryers are great for drying them. I use the oxyclean powder that you mix with warm water and I've cleaned many a pair this way. 99% alcohol will clean the rubber parts.

Kay Clifton · Answer

Put em in the washer

Tdr10797007 · Answer

I agree with Awesome this product saved our clothes and everything else after a house fire. You might also try soaking in straight peroxide. I've used this on many items, takes stains out and leaves the color. This is good on any washable item. Ive soaked my dogs sweaters for several days with no damage.

Teresa B · Answer

Make a paste of baking soda and peroxide. Rub on the shoes and let dry. Repeat the process if necessary.

Bernadette Staal · Answer

I guess you could also try lemon juice but based on the discolouration I have to be honest I am not sure you will get them completely white again. There used to be (and probably still is) a white shoe paint for tennis shoes.

Mikkigirl · Answer

I use Soft Scrub with bleach and scrub them with a toothbrush. Rinse and throw in washer. Air dry.

Irene · Answer

I always did mine with Wisk laundry detergent and bleach. Brush really well, rinse and repeat as necessary - then throw in the washer to be sure you get all the bleach out (it will break down the threads otherwise). Always worked for me.

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