White sneakers … We love them because they combine wonderfully with everything, they never go out of style, they are comfortable and stylish … Come on, they are a perfect complement to any fashionista's wardrobe. Its only downside? They get dirty in a pee and sometimes cleaning them up can seem like an impossible mission. But don't worry, because we have taken advantage of this quarantine to investigate and we bring you the best tricks to clean white sneakers and make them look new.
First of all, keep in mind that most white sneakers can be washed in the washing machine, best of all, even the laces will be clean with a simple washing in the washing machine. Of course, you should use temperatures not higher than 30 degrees and avoid using the dryer because it could spoil your sneakers completely. And after this little tip, we started with the tricks!
Baking soda and vinegar: the perfect solution to clean your white sneakers
This formula without toxic we love. Mix half a cup of white vinegar with a quarter cup of baking soda. Wait for the foam to go down and start rubbing the mixture on the footwear with the help of a brush. To enhance the result, let it act on the shoes for about 30 minutes and rinse the sneakers with a cloth.
How to clean white sneakers with lemon
If you don't have baking soda on hand, you can use a lemon . Yes, you read that right. Cut it in half, then rub it over the surface of the shoe, especially the stains. Rub the stains with a toothbrush, rinse the shoes, and you're done.
Sarah Tracey's trick
Thanks to Sarah Tracey from Texas and her tweet we discovered a while ago a homemade trick that works wonders to make Converse like new. To do this, mix a little baking soda and laundry detergent . Rub the sneakers with a toothbrush and let them rest for a while. Then rinse them off and, according to Sarah, it's time to put them in the washing machine with talcum powder (no more soap added). This is, without a doubt, the trick to clean the white Converse that is sweeping the Internet.
Clean your white sneakers with toothpaste
It couldn't be easier: you will only need a toothpaste and a brush. It is a perfect option for leather or leather sneakers. The effect is impressive!
