Many of us still struggle with keeping white sneakers pristine. Here’s 9 hacks to keep your them looking good as new, ready for streetsnaps!
By now, most of us have at least one pair of white sneakers in our repertoire. Not only are they insanely comfy and easy to style, white sneakers are also super stylish. However, it’s no mean feat to keep them looking box-fresh. Just how do people manage to keep their sneakers pristine? Well, it’s not magic, but there’s a bit of hard work involved. Click through the gallery to get our 9 favourite hacks to keep white sneakers looking fresh and fly!
USE NAIL POLISH ON SMALL SCUFFS
If you get small scratches and smudges on your sneakers, try covering them with white nail polish.
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USE A MAGIC ERASER TO SPOT CLEAN STAINS
Got a bit of a stain on your shoes? Just dip a magic eraser (melamine sponge) in vinegar and rub the stain gently to remove it.
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ONLY HAND-WASH YOUR SNEAKERS
You know what’s terrible for white sneakers? Machine-washing them. If you want your sneakers to last forever, stick to hand-treating them.
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ALWAYS DILUTE BLEACH IF YOU’RE USING IT
If you have to use bleach on your white sneakers, make sure to dilute it. Mix one part bleach and five parts water. Any stronger than that and you’ll risk turning your sneakers yellow.
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CLEAN WITH A TOOTHBRUSH
For dirt spots in hard to reach areas, try using an old toothbrush soaked in warm water and gentle soap to scrub stains away.
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HAND-WASH SHOELACES
It can be tempting to toss shoelaces into the washing machine, but it’s best to hand-wash the in warm water and gentle soap, then let it air-dry.
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STUFF SNEAKERS WITH PAPER TOWELS
To speed up the process of drying, try stuffing your sneakers with paper towels after washing. never use newspaper as the ink on the sheets can transfer to your shoes.
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USE BABY SHAMPOO ON OIL STAINS
If you happen to get oil stains on your shoes, you can gently scrub it out by using a bit of baby shampoo, warm water, and a toothbrush.
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STORE SNEAKERS IN A COOL, DARK PLACE
When not wearing your sneakers, store them in a cool, dark place to protect them from heat and UV damage.
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